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.
AAP Flu Toolkit
Flu season is well underway and it’s not too late to recommend getting a flu vaccine. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has developed a Flu Toolkit for providers. The toolkit includes graphics, videos, sample social media posts and sample email, Healthy Children articles and other resources to providers to share with families and patients.
CDC Publishes 2022-2023 Influenza Season Recommendations
August 26, 2022 – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Published, “Prevention and Control of Seasonal Influenza with Vaccines: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — United States, 2022–23 Influenza Season.”
Click here for influenza season resources for healthcare professionals.
