The resource packet has been updated. Click here to access the updated resource packet.
National Infant Immunization Week is April 24-30, 2023
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is an annual observance highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that children stay on track with their well-child appointments and routine vaccinations. On-time vaccination is critical to provide protection against potentially life-threatening diseases. Click here for sample key messages that you can use to encourage parents to stay up to date on their child’s vaccinations #ivax2protect #NIIW
Two New Pediatric Vaccine Products are Available for Order by Providers Enrolled to Receive MDPH Vaccines
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.
