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References:

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2. Lok. A. S. F., Hepatitis B virus: Overview of management. UpToDate. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/hepatitis-b-virus-overview-of-management

3. CDC ACIP Presentation: https://www.cdc.gov/acip/downloads/slides-2025-09-18-19/03-su-mmrv-508.pdf

4. ACIP Recommendation Statement: https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/acip-recommends-chickenpox-vaccine-for-toddlers.html

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6. OpenEvidence Conversation: https://www.openevidence.com/ask/4dde6fd5-1bca-4a86-a6f3-3a335f0334a1

7. AAP Recommended Vaccine Schedule for Children & Adolescents: https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/15585/AAP-Immunization-Schedule

8. Vaccine History (Hep B Foundation): https://www.hepb.org/prevention-and-diagnosis/vaccination/history-of-hepatitis-b-vaccine/

9. Vaccine History (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5125a3.htm