Trends in Meningococcal B Vaccine Uptake Among 16- and 17-Year-Old Adolescents in the United States: An Analysis of the National Immunization Survey-Teen, 2018-2023.

Key Points

• This analysis aims to assess the trends in meningococcal B vaccine uptake among 16- and 17-year-old adolescents in the US from 2018 to 2023.
• Utilized data from the National Immunization Survey-Teen (NIS-Teen) for the years 2018-2023
• Focused on 16- and 17-year-old adolescents across the United States
• Analyzed changes in vaccination rates over the specified years.
• Vaccination rates among 16- and 17-year-olds show a gradual increase from 2018 to 2023
• Specific percentage change in uptake rates is noted, with significant growth year-over-year
• Public health initiatives linked to increased awareness and vaccination rates are discussed.