December 15, 2022 – Two new pediatric vaccine products, PRIORIX (Measles, Mumps, Rubella Vaccine) from GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals, and VAXNEUVANCE (15-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) from Merck, are available for order by providers enrolled to receive vaccines from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Immunization Division. Click here to read more.
Amoxicillin Shortages
NEW!
Amoxicillin Shortage: Antibiotic Options for Common Pediatric Conditions – AAP information
‘Beyond hellacious’: Parents frantic as supply of antibiotic used for children’s infections falls short – The Boston Globe (11/20/2022)
Guidance on Management of Pediatric Respiratory Illness Patients during times of Capacity Constraints
NEW! Click here for full DPH statement (10/31/2022)
The Department of Public Health and the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics outline steps to prevent illness and stay healthy this season.
Abbott Nutrition Recall
Click here for more information (10/17).
