To compare measles seroconversion rates (development of antibodies) at 13 months of age in HIV-infected and uninfected children on one of two immunization schedules: attenuated measles/mumps/rubella virus (M-M-R II) vaccine at 12 months versus attenuated measles vaccine (Attenuvax) at 6 months plus M-M-R II vaccine at 12 months. Recommendations for the age at vaccination should balance the need to minimize the risk of morbidity and mortality with the benefit of achieving the highest seroconversion rates. Immunizing a more intact immune system at an earlier stage of HIV infection may in turn achieve better and long-lasting measles protection. This study will help define a more effective measles vaccine regimen for children diagnosed with HIV infection and will provide greater insight into the functional status of the HIV-infected children's humoral immune system.
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Comparison of measles seroconversion rates at 13 months of age between HIV-infected children vaccinated at 12 months of age and HIV-infected children vaccinated at 6 and 12 months of age
Timeframe: Throughout study
Comparison of seroconversion rates at 13 months of age (following second vaccination) of HIV-uninfected children with HIV-infected children.
Timeframe: Throughout study
Comparison of seroconversion rates at 13 months of age (following single vaccination) of HIV-uninfected children with HIV-infected children following vaccination at 12 months of age
Timeframe: Throughout study