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Oct. 6, 2025 - Acting Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Jim O’Neill, has officially approved the recent Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) immunization recommendations for COVID-19 and Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (MMRV) vaccines.
COVID-19 Vaccine
CDC now recommends:
- Adults aged 65 years and older: Vaccination based on individual decision-making.
- Individuals aged six months to 64 years: Vaccination based on individual decision-making, with emphasis that vaccination is most favorable for those at increased risk for severe disease according to the CDC list of COVID-19 risk factors.
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine
CDC now recommends that children under four years of age receive separate MMR and Varicella vaccines. The combined measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (MMRV) vaccination is now only recommended for those children four years of age and older.
Vaccine Ordering Information
Vaccine for Children (VFC) Program
The Kansas Immunization Program (KIP) VFC order window remains open through Oct. 7, 2025. If enrolled providers need to place vaccine orders after the order window closes, please contact your Regional Immunization Nurse, or email the Vaccine Distribution Team at KDHE.vaccine@ks.gov.
Vaccine for Adults (VFA) Program
COVID-19 vaccine doses for the VFA providers will be available soon. Additional details will be provided when ordering is available.
Additional Information
We encourage families with questions to consult with their healthcare provider for guidance based on individual health needs.
As a reminder, enrolled VFC and VFA providers are required to follow ACIP recommendations in accordance with federal program guidelines.
Additional Resources:
CDC Immunization Schedule Adopts Individual-Based Decision-Making for COVID-19 and Standalone Vaccination for Chickenpox in Toddlers | CDC Newsroom
CDC Immunization Schedule Adopts Individual-Based Decision-Making for COVID-19 and Standalone Vaccination for Chickenpox in Toddlers | HHS.gov
Immunization Schedules | Vaccines & Immunizations | CDC will be updated Oct. 7, 2025
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