IZ Express
Our weekly email newsletter, IZ Express, has been in production since 1997 and currently has more than 53,000 subscribers. Each week, it provides up-to-date information about:
  • New CDC vaccine recommendations
  • FDA vaccine approvals
  • Newly released Vaccine Information Statements
  • New immunization resources
  • Current events
  • Notable journal articles
  • Ask the Experts special editions
  • And more …
Results (1793)

Issue 1143: September 23, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: If the top of a single dose vial of diluent or vaccine is popped off and not used, is there a …read more
Top Stories
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CDC publishes ACIP recommendations for use of PCV13 and PPSV23 vaccines in adults age 65 and older
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CDC reports on influenza vaccination coverage of healthcare personnel during 2013–14 influenza season
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CDC reports on influenza vaccination coverage of pregnant women during 2013–14 influenza season
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CDC publishes data on influenza vaccination of healthcare personnel in acute care hospitals
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CDC posts final 2013–14 influenza vaccination coverage estimates
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NFID releases summary of September 18 news conference on influenza and pneumococcal disease
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CDC publishes "Summary of Notifiable Diseases—United States, 2012"
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Reminder: October 15 is deadline to apply to host the 2016 National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions
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Study about the etiologies of seizures around the time of vaccination published in Pediatrics
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IAC Spotlight! Visit IAC's collection of practical and clinically relevant journal articles on vaccination
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; one previously honored institution qualifies for a second year
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PBS's NOVA "Vaccines—Calling the Shots" is now available for viewing online
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts thirteen additional translations of the 2014–15 influenza VISs
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Error corrected in recently released Arabic translations of IIV and LAIV influenza VISs
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC details its global influenza work in new annual report
Featured Resources
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Texas Children's Hospital develops compelling video to promote influenza vaccination
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CDC releases updated toolkit for businesses to help promote influenza vaccination
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help you vaccinate your patients
Conferences and Meetings
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Agenda for October ACIP meeting available; follow the meeting online if you are unable to attend

Issue 1142: September 16, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Our 23-year-old patient has been accepted to a physician assistant program that …read more
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an advisory to provide awareness of enterovirus D68 as a possible cause of acute unexplained respiratory illness, and to provide guidance to state health departments and healthcare providers
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CDC reports on a measles outbreak in an unvaccinated family and a potentially associated international traveler in Florida
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Last call! Regular registration rate for National Immunization Conference extended until September 22
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IAC Spotlight! Sixteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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NFID news conference on influenza and pneumococcal disease scheduled for September 18
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CDC releases HPV vaccination data from 2011 NIS-Teen: nearly half of females age 13–17 years had not received their recommended first dose of HPV vaccine in 2011
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Share your influenza prevention activities and ideas on CDC's influenza partner website
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Help CDC by completing a survey about National Immunization Awareness Month
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To help answer potential questions generated by September 11 Dr. Oz Show, access collected resources for healthcare professionals on the safety of thimerosal in vaccines
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Administering Vaccines to Adults: Dose, Route, Site, and Needle Size" and "Administering Vaccines: Dose, Route, Site, and Needle Size"
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"Declination of Influenza Vaccination" now available in Spanish
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts sixteen new translations of the 2014–15 influenza VISs
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC's 2012 Viral Hepatitis Surveillance Report is now available
Featured Resources
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HealthMap Vaccine Finder lets the public find provider locations that administer adult vaccinations; now is a good time for providers to list their vaccination services on HealthMap
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CDC launches the second phase of the "Know Hepatitis B" campaign
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to aid healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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August issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes an assessment of varicella surveillance and outbreak control practices
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CDC reports on measles outbreak in a Micronesian community in King County, Washington
Education and Training
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Hep B United to present a webinar on hepatitis B for healthcare professionals on September 30

Issue 1141: September 9, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Can someone with hepatitis C receive zoster vaccine? The prescribing information indicates…read more
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New! Spanish-language translations of the 2014–15 influenza vaccine Vaccine Information Statements now available
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CDC publishes report on expired live attenuated influenza vaccine being administered
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Reminder: PBS's NOVA program to air documentary on vaccines on September 10
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IAC Spotlight! Visit "What's New at IAC" to find just-released handouts and translations of Vaccine Information Statements
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PKIDs launches Value of Vaccination movement
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates six influenza staff resources, including screening checklists, sample standing orders, a guide for patients with egg allergy, and an algorithm for determining the number of vaccine doses needed by children
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IAC's parent handout "Measles, mumps, and rubella are serious diseases...make sure your child is protected!" now available in Russian
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO issues roadmap for international response to the Ebola outbreak in Africa
Featured Resources
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ACOG releases HPV vaccination toolkit for physicians who provide healthcare to women
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Michigan Department of Community Health releases updated toolkit of influenza vaccination resources for colleges and universities
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes article about fatal meningococcal disease in a laboratory worker
Conferences and Meetings
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Minnesota Department of Health immunization conference to be held October 27–28

Issue 1140: September 2, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: My office recently changed HPV vaccine brands from Gardasil to Cervarix. We have…read more
Top Stories
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ACIP publishes compendium of recommendations for the use of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines
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CDC publishes report on 2013 national, state, and local vaccination coverage among children age 19–35 months
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IAC Spotlight! Access IAC's collection of PowerPoint presentations from IAC, CDC, and other trusted sources
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CDC releases statement regarding its 2004 Pediatrics study on MMR vaccination and autism
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; seven previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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Reminder: PBS's NOVA program to air documentary on vaccines on September 10
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates two popular influenza staff resources: "Influenza Vaccine Products for the 2014–2015 Influenza Season" and "Declination of Influenza Vaccination"
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IAC updates its handout for parents titled "Keep your kids safe—get them vaccinated every fall or winter!"
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IAC updates its staff education materials: "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)" and "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)"
Official Releases and Announcements
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases and Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists release Call to Action on HPV vaccination
Featured Resources
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New CDC resources help educate adults with chronic health conditions about vaccination
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on assessment of rabies exposure risk among U.S. Air Force basic trainees
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CDC publishes information about the risks of polio outbreaks in polio-free countries

Issue 1139: August 26, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We have a patient with a severe allergy to vancomycin who wants to… read more
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CDC publishes update on the recommendations for the use of zoster vaccine
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FDA approves use of a needle-free injection system for use with Afluria and issues updated communication to healthcare professionals on use of jet injectors for inactivated influenza vaccine
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New York Times features editorial by Dr. Paul Offit about HPV vaccination discussions with parents of preteens
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CDC reports on vaccine-associated paralytic poliomyelitis in an immigrant child
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IAC Spotlight! Ten more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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CDC publishes information on the closure of the varicella-zoster virus-containing vaccines pregnancy registry
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Reminder: Vaccine Education Center's Current Issues in Vaccines webinar scheduled for September 10
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' September 16 conference call featuring Dorit Reiss: What Can the Law Do About Immunization Rates?
IAC Web Sections
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IAC updates its Combination Vaccines "Ask the Experts" web section
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles
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Important findings from two studies on HPV vaccination published online in Pediatrics on August 18
Education and Training
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CDC adds HPV module to its "You Call the Shots" training course
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Reminder: Clinical Vaccinology course to be held in Houston on November 7–9

Issue 1138: August 19, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Would you include obstructive sleep apnea as chronic pulmonary… read more
Top Stories
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CDC publishes 2014–15 influenza vaccination recommendations in MMWR
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New! CDC issues VISs for the 2014–15 influenza vaccines—stay tuned for translations
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ACIP votes to recommend a dose of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) in addition to pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) for all adults age 65 years and older
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IAC corrects table in its new handout: "DTaP, Tdap, and Td Catch-up Vaccination Recommendations by Prior Vaccine History and Age"
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IAC Spotlight! Use IAC’s new series of educational handouts about recommended vaccines for children and adults
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Idaho and California experience significant pertussis outbreaks
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Vaccinations for Adults…You're never too old to get immunized!"
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IAC updates "Vaccines with Diluents: How to Use Them"
Featured Resources
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CDC offers new hepatitis B PSAs directed toward Asian Pacific Islanders
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!

Issue 1137: August 12, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A 16-year-old has a written record of receiving two doses of DTaP at 2 and 5… read more
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Africa a public health emergency
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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IAC Spotlight! Seven more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Training modules on how to assess the need for adult immunization now available on Medscape
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Applications now open to host the 2016 National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions; deadline is October 1
IAC Handouts
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New! "Zoster Vaccine: CDC Answers Your Questions" features commonly asked Q&As
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New! IAC develops "catch-up" guidance table for DTaP, Tdap, and Td vaccination in patients who have fallen behind schedule
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IAC updates "When Do Children and Teens Need Vaccinations?"
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IAC updates "Do I Need Any Vaccines Today?," a screening questionnaire for adult immunization
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IAC redesigns "All kids need hepatitis B shots!"
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IAC updates translations of the one-page version of "After the Shots ... What to do if your child has discomfort"
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO publishes health requirements for travelers to Saudi Arabia for the 2014 Hajj and Umra seasons in Weekly Epidemiological Record (WER)
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WHO publishes information about cholera in WER
Featured Resources
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Every Child By Two's "Daily Clips" has a new look—subscribe today
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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MMWR reports on receipt of recommended clinical preventive services by adults and includes vaccination
Conferences and Meetings
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Immunize Georgia Conference scheduled for September 11

Issue 1136: August 5, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: What are the CDC guidelines regarding use of multiple dose vaccine vials?… read more
Top Stories
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It's National Immunization Awareness Month; learn about many new resources
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IAC enrolls the 101st birthing institution into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; comprehensive slide set now available
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CDC reports on an outbreak of pertussis in a school and religious community in Florida
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Agenda for August ACIP meeting available; follow the meeting online
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Reminder: Registration open for the 2014 National Immunization Conference
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Merck discontinues production of Comvax vaccine (Hib-HepB)
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IAC Spotlight! Immunization resources for your clinic or medical setting from IAC, CDC, and other trusted sources
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Invisible Threat documentary available for online viewing; Los Angeles Times features article about the film's production
IAC Web Sections
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IAC updates its Hepatitis B "Ask the Experts" web section
Official Releases and Announcements
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AAP releases updated recommendations on the use of meningococcal vaccines
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WHO publishes guidance on the choice of pertussis vaccines
Featured Resources
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HealthMap Vaccine Finder lets the public find provider locations that administer adult vaccinations; now is a good time for providers to list their vaccination services on HealthMap
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Minnesota Department of Health develops new video for healthcare professionals on HPV vaccine communication
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Viral Hepatitis Prevention Board updates its website
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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July issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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Public Health Reports details contributions of HHS toward global immunization
Education and Training
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VICNetwork webinar about influenza scheduled for August 13
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Public Health Vaccinology course set for September 3–4 in Atlanta
Conferences and Meetings
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Archived video broadcast of the June 2014 ACIP meeting now available

Issue 1135: July 29, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We have a 10-year-old getting renal dialysis. The nephrologist will be starting her on… read more
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CDC reports on adolescent vaccination coverage rates in 2013
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CDC publishes information on HPV vaccination coverage among adolescents and postlicensure safety monitoring
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IAC Spotlight! Nine more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Celebrate World Hepatitis Day with national leaders via live streaming
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CDC publishes article about World Hepatitis Day—July 28, 2014
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Clarification of statement about MMR vaccine recommendations for international travel
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Don’t Be Guilty of These Preventable Errors in Vaccine Storage and Handling!"
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IAC redesigns one-page version of "After the Shots ... What to do if your child has discomfort"
Featured Resources
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IAC's website offers links to books on immunization for both adults and children
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes article about WHO Global Rotavirus Surveillance Network
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CDC reports on progress toward prevention of transfusion-transmitted HBV and HCV infection in sub-Saharan Africa
Conferences and Meetings
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October 20–22 Nevada Health Conference includes CDC's Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases course

Issue 1134: July 24, 2014

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IAC Express Special Edition - Ask the Experts: Issue 1134
July 24, 2014
Hepatitis B Vaccine
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Q: In December 2013, CDC released a new document titled CDC Guidance for Evaluating Health-Care Personnel for Hepatitis B Virus Protection and for Administering Postexposure Management. Does the content of this document update ACIP recommendations on healthcare personnel vaccination and hepatitis B?
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Q: Does CDC now recommend routine pre-exposure anti-HBs testing of all healthcare personnel who were previously vaccinated?
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Q: If an employee receives both HBIG and hepatitis B vaccine after a needlestick from a patient who is HBsAg positive, how long should one wait to check the employee's response to the vaccine?
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Q: At our facility we do routine pre-employment anti-HBs testing regardless of whether the employee has documentation of a hepatitis B vaccination series and consider those who are anti-HBs positive to be immune. Is this the recommended strategy?
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Q: Does CDC still recommend routine anti-HBs testing of HCP who are at risk for occupational blood or body fluid exposure following the hepatitis B vaccination series?
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Q: Is there now a recommendation for a routine booster dose of hepatitis B vaccine?
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Q: Does CDC now recommend restarting the hepatitis B vaccine series in the event the series is interrupted?

Issue 1133: July 22, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Can you please guide me in finding storage containers and bins for vaccines?… read more
Top Stories
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Reminder: July issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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Special August 13 ACIP meeting via webinar and phone on adult pneumococcal vaccination
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PBS's NOVA program to air documentary on vaccines in September
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IAC Spotlight! Vaccineinformation.org Video Library offers extensive and searchable collection of more than 125 videos about vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of immunization
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IAC enrolls four more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; four previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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CDC NetConference on current topics of interest scheduled for July 30
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CDC Twitter chat on vaccinating preteens and teens scheduled for July 28
IAC Handouts
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IAC develops two new handouts for patients: "Hepatitis A Vaccine: Reasons to Consider Vaccination" and "Foodborne Hepatitis A Outbreaks in the U.S. Are Well-documented; Vaccine Provides Lifetime Protection"
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IAC updates patient handout: "Hepatitis A Is a Serious Liver Disease"
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New translation: "HPV: A Parent's Guide to Preteen and Teen HPV Vaccination" now available in Spanish
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IAC updates Spanish translation of "Questions Frequently Asked about Hepatitis B"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts multiple updated translations of the VISs for rabies, Japanese encephalitis, typhoid, and yellow fever vaccines
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New German Tdap VIS and updated German Td VIS translations now available
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC discontinues distribution of free print copies of MMWR Weekly; free electronic copies and paid subscriptions remain available
Featured Resources
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Voices for Vaccines creates new handouts to help vaccine advocates make their case
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IAC's sturdy laminated version of the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule is still available for purchase—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles
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The Joint Commission releases report on preventing infection from the misuse of vials
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Dr. Peter Hotez's article provides information on the history and future of vaccine diplomacy
Education and Training
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Registration deadline for October 29–30 ACIP meeting is October 6 for non-U.S. citizens and October 13 for citizens
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Archived slide sets from the June ACIP meeting now available

Issue 1132: July 15, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We have an adult who was diagnosed with polio as a child with some residual effects. This… read more
Top Stories
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The Immunization Action Coalition is relocating!
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Reminder: July issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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Measles count continues to rise in Washington state
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CDC publishes interim guidance for polio vaccination and travel
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Ideas to help you celebrate National Immunization Awareness Month in August
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Dr. L.J Tan, IAC's chief strategy officer, moderates Medscape video on improving adult immunization rates
IAC Handouts
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IAC offers several immunization schedules designed for patients across the age span
Featured Resources
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San Diego partnership creates new immunization handout for pregnant women and their prenatal care providers
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!

Issue 1131: July 10, 2014

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IAC Express Special Edition - Ask the Experts: Issue 1131
July 10, 2014
MMR Vaccine
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Q: Many people age 60 years and older do not have records indicating what type of measles vaccine they received as children in the early 1960s. What measles vaccine was most frequently given in that time period? That guidance would assist many older people who would prefer not to be revaccinated.
Varicella Vaccine
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Q: Does ACIP recommend giving varicella vaccine to infants before age 1 year if they are traveling internationally?
Tdap Vaccine
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Q: We see many 10-year-olds for middle school entry immunization. Is one brand of Tdap preferred for this age group?
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Q: Is it acceptable to give breastfeeding mothers Tdap vaccine?
HPV Vaccine
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Q: Can human papillomavirus (HPV) be transmitted by non-sexual transmission routes, such as clothing, undergarments, sex toys, or surfaces?
Pneumococcal Vaccine
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Q: Is pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine indicated for former smokers?
Zoster Vaccine
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Q: I know that ACIP only recommends zoster vaccine for adults age 60 years and older, although it is licensed for use in those 50 years and older. If I choose to vaccinate patients age 50–59 years, are there any criteria as to which patients in this age group might benefit most from zoster vaccination?
Vaccine Storage and Handling
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Q: How long do we need to keep our refrigerator/freezer temperature tracking logs?
General Vaccine Questions
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Q: What do we legally need to record when giving an immunization to a patient?
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Q: In updating immunizations for immigration ("green card") exams, I regularly come across intervals between catch-up vaccine doses that are shorter than ACIP recommendations—most often the last 2 doses of IPV are given less than 6 months apart, but also sometimes the 2 doses of varicella are given less than 3 months apart, and the next-to-last and last Td are given less than 6 months apart. How significant is this in terms of immunity?
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Q: Is it standard practice to revaccinate a child who is adopted from another country?

Issue 1130: July 8, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Should adult patients who are not asplenic but who have hypogammaglobulinemia receive… read more
Top Stories
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New! July issue of Vaccinate Adults is now available online
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Reminder: July issue of Needle Tips is available online
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CDC publishes interim guidance for polio vaccination and travel in an MMWR Early Release issued on July 7
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IAC Spotlight! Eight more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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New study published in Pediatrics reinforces the safety of vaccination
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Vaccine Education Center plans September 10 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' July 11 conference call featuring Shannon Des Roches Rosa
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "After the Shots... What to do if your child has discomfort"
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IAC updates "Pneumococcus: Questions and Answers"
Official Releases and Announcements
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The Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at FDA has a new location
Featured Resources
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CDC posts four new vaccine storage and handling fact sheets
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Voices for Vaccines provides parents with helpful information about measles
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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June issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Education and Training
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Archive of CDC's May 22 "Current Issues in Immunization NetConference" on measles now available online
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Reminder: ACOG in partnership with AAP to offer immunization business strategies webinar on July 30

Issue 1129: July 1, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Many travelers do not return for their second dose of hepatitis A vaccine… read more
Top Stories
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New! July issue of Needle Tips now available online
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ACIP votes to preferentially recommend live nasal spray influenza vaccine when available for healthy children age 2–8 years
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CDC updates its Vaccine Storage & Handling Toolkit
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IAC Spotlight! "Like" IAC on Facebook and "follow" IAC on Twitter!
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CDC releases two new videos to help providers double-check injection practices
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National Quality Forum's draft report on adult immunization now available for comment
Registration for National Immunization Conference is now open
Official Releases and Announcements
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World Hepatitis Day is July 28
Featured Resources
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Download CDC's MMWR app to keep up to date on immunization and other health issues
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CDC posts a new adult immunization patient intake form on its website
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Vaccine Education Center provides guidance on diagnosing measles
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Access presentations and interviews on current vaccine topics by Dr. Paul Offit, including his appearances on "The Daily Show" and "The Colbert Report" on the Vaccine Education Center website
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Vaccine Education Center publishes new fact sheet on tetanus
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Ignite! New book explores how community coalitions can get fired up for change
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Education and Training
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Slides and transcript from HHS webinar on Lyme disease persistence now available

Issue 1128: June 24, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1128
June 24, 2014
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I have a five-month-old patient who received hepatitis B vaccine at birth, at 2… read more
Top Stories
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CDC publishes ACIP's recommendations for use of MenACWY-CRM vaccine in children age 2–23 months at increased risk for meningococcal disease
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Measles outbreak spreads in Ohio; Governor Kasich signs executive order allowing pharmacists to give MMR to people 18 years and older
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Plan ahead for National Immunization Awareness Month in August with new toolkit
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IAC Spotlight! Personal testimonies on vaccine-preventable diseases; essay by author Roald Dahl about the heartbreaking loss of his 7-year-old daughter Olivia from measles
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IAC enrolls five more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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CDC's Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity webinar on the status of measles in the U.S.; free Continuing education credit available
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates nine translations of "Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Vaccines for Adults"
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IAC updates its staff education materials: "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)" and "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts 16 new VIS translations, including six for Hib, six for Td, two for typhoid, and two for Japanese encephalitis vaccines
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO publishes position paper on varicella and herpes zoster vaccines
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Education and Training
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Minutes from February 2014 ACIP meeting now available; follow June ACIP meeting via live webcast
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Presentation slides from National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions now available

Issue 1127: June 17, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1127
June 17, 2014
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Is there any harm in giving an extra dose of MMR to a child of age seven years whose record is lost... read more
Top Stories
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California experiencing a pertussis epidemic; 800 new cases reported in the last two weeks
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IAC Spotlight! Seven more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Study shows rotavirus vaccines are reducing diarrhea-associated hospitalizations in the U.S.
IAC Handouts
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IAC releases new handout: "Pre-exposure Management for Healthcare Personnel with a Documented Hepatitis B Vaccine Series Who Have Not Had Post-vaccination Serologic Testing"
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IAC updates "Human Papillomavirus (HPV): Questions and Answers" and "Hepatitis A: Questions and Answers"
Vaccine Information Statements
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CDC releases updated VIS for adenovirus vaccine
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on progress toward measles elimination in the Eastern Mediterranean region
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CDC announces recommendation related to use of immunization information systems

Issue 1126: June 10, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1126
June 10, 2014
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: For the purpose of vaccine spacing, what constitutes a month: 28 days (4 weeks), 30 days… read more
Top Stories
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Remembering Dr. Ciro de Quadros, global public health immunization giant
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IAC Spotlight! IAC's "State Information" web section: We've added a new table and map covering exemptions to school and childcare immunization requirements
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CDC publishes report on measles in the U.S.; same article previously published as an MMWR Early Release in late May
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Review measles assessment, diagnosis, and patient management guidelines in light of the measles outbreaks in the U.S.
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CDC publishes report on the 2013–14 influenza season and composition of the 2014–15 influenza vaccines
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Save the date! National Immunization Conference scheduled for September 29–30 in Atlanta
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates nine translations of "Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Vaccines for Children and Teens"
Featured Resources
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Michigan's Alliance for Immunization website is redesigned to offer you easier access to its free immunization resources
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Voices for Vaccines creates new flyer to encourage vaccine advocates to join together
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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May issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Education and Training
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ACOG in partnership with AAP to offer immunization business strategies webinar on July 30

Issue 1124: June 3, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1124
June 3, 2014
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Is pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) contraindicated in pregnancy?… read more
Top Stories
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CDC releases training video on vaccine storage and handling; continuing education credit available
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Please volunteer for a telephone interview with the American Academy of Pediatrics on vaccine storage and handling
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Institute for Safe Medication Practices publishes article on reported vaccine diluent errors
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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Presentation slides from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit now available online
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U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends HBV screening for populations at high risk of infection
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IAC Spotlight! “Technically Speaking” column from IAC’s executive director covers practical topics about delivering vaccination services
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates and reformats "Questions Frequently Asked About Hepatitis B"
Featured Resources
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Voices for Vaccines offers tools to help parents and others advocate for vaccines
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CDC updates ACIP Abbreviations for Vaccines web page
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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Meeting of the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization publishes summary of April meeting
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CDC publishes update on progress toward polio elimination

Issue 1122: May 27, 2014

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May 27, 2014
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: If a woman's rubella test result shows she is "not immune" during a prenatal visit… read more
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Redesigned "Ask the Experts" web section is user friendly and now includes two new features: "Question of the Week" and "What's New"
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CDC releases free iTunes app to help healthcare providers easily access the recommended immunization schedules
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NFID releases report on addressing serogroup B meningococcal disease outbreaks on campuses
IAC Handouts
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IAC posts new Spanish translations of patient-friendly schedules for high-risk adult patients
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Two of IAC's screening questionnaires for adults are now available in Spanish: "Should You Be Vaccinated Against Hepatitis A?" and "Should You Be Vaccinated Against Hepatitis B?"
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IAC posts Spanish translation of " Protect Yourself Against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B... A Guide for Gay and Bisexual Men"
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IAC updates child and adult screening checklists for contraindications and precautions
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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New study reconfirms that it is best for children to receive the first dose of MMR or MMRV at age 12–15 months
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CDC publishes article about rabies death in Texas
Conferences and Meetings
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Agenda for June ACIP meeting available; follow the meeting online if you are unable to attend in person

Issue 1121: May 20, 2014

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May 20, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC publishes report about two cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus infection in the U.S.
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Network for Public Health Law releases report about immunization waivers
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IAC Spotlight! Access up-to-date vaccine package inserts
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CDC's May 22 NetConference to focus on measles
IAC Handouts
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"Top Ten Reasons to Protect Your Child by Vaccinating" now available in Spanish
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IAC updates Spanish translation of "Questions Parents Ask about Vaccinations for Babies"
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC study concludes influenza vaccination prevents hospitalization in older people
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April issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Nominations and Awards
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Association of Immunization Managers soliciting nominations for the Natalie J. Smith, M.D. Award
Education and Training
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Clinical Vaccinology course to be held in Houston on November 7–9

Issue 1120: May 13, 2014

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May 13, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an advisory to alert clinicians about a case of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus in Indiana
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CDC study shows LAIV being administered to people for whom it is not recommended
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IAC Spotlight! Ten more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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IAC adds new resources to its Adult Vaccination Resource Library
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Let CDC know how you celebrated National Infant Immunization Week
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' May 16 conference call featuring Karrie Delaney and introducing VFV's Parent Advocacy Toolkit
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Final reminder: National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions starts next week
IAC Handouts
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Share IAC’s user-friendly immunization schedules with patients and parents
Featured Resources
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Binational immunization schedule for Mexico and the U.S. is updated
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes announcement about Hepatitis Awareness Month and National Hepatitis Testing Day
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CDC publishes article about early identification and care of people with chronic hepatitis B infection
Education and Training
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May 15 webinar will discuss national strategies to combat viral hepatitis in the U.S.

Issue 1119: May 6, 2014

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May 6, 2014
Top Stories
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WHO Director-General declares the international spread of wild poliovirus in 2014 a Public Health Emergency of International Concern
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Coming soon! "Question of the Week" in IAC Express
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Association of Immunization Managers releases position statement on personal belief exemptions
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IAC clarifies information in IAC Express article about age indications for Tdap products
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IAC Spotlight! Unprotected People Reports about vaccine-preventable diseases; essay by author Roald Dahl about the heartbreaking loss of his 7-year-old daughter Olivia from measles
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Resources for Hepatitis Awareness Month and Hepatitis Testing Day
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Multi-lingual Know Hepatitis B campaign launched during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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American Academy of Arts & Sciences publishes report calling for more research on parental trust in vaccines
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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New study shows that influenza B virus infections can be just as severe as influenza A virus infections
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CDC publishes information about an investigation of infectious disease risks at a nontransplant anatomical donation center in Arizona

Issue 1118: April 29, 2014

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May 6, 2014
Top Stories
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WHO Director-General declares the international spread of wild poliovirus in 2014 a Public Health Emergency of International Concern
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Coming soon! "Question of the Week" in IAC Express
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Association of Immunization Managers releases position statement on personal belief exemptions
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IAC clarifies information in IAC Express article about age indications for Tdap products
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IAC Spotlight! Unprotected People Reports about vaccine-preventable diseases; essay by author Roald Dahl about the heartbreaking loss of his 7-year-old daughter Olivia from measles
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Resources for Hepatitis Awareness Month and Hepatitis Testing Day
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Multi-lingual Know Hepatitis B campaign launched during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Featured Resources
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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American Academy of Arts & Sciences publishes report calling for more research on parental trust in vaccines
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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New study shows that influenza B virus infections can be just as severe as influenza A virus infections
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CDC publishes information about an investigation of infectious disease risks at a nontransplant anatomical donation center in Arizona

Issue 1117: April 23, 2014

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April 29, 2014
Top Stories
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It's National Infant Immunization Week! CDC celebrates by naming Childhood Immunization Champion Award winners
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Report shows 20-year U.S. immunization program spares millions of children from diseases
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CDC publishes report on measles in California in early 2014
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The National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit announces 2014 Immunization Excellence Award winners
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IAC Spotlight! IAC features more than 35 free parent handouts about infant immunization
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IAC enrolls five more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Suggestions to Improve Your Immunization Services"
Official Releases and Announcements
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American Immunization Registry Association releases white paper on pharmacies and registry reporting
Featured Resources
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AAP highlights resources available for NIIW and beyond
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PKIDs launches "Your Choice!" immunization campaign targeted at older teens and young adults
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IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes article about tracking progress toward global polio eradication
Education and Training
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Archived video broadcast of the February 2014 ACIP meeting now available
Conferences and Meetings
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Immunize Nebraska conference scheduled for June 6 in Omaha
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Reminder: National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions is less than a month away

Issue 1116: April 22, 2014

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April 22, 2014
Top Stories
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Celebrate Immunization! National Infant Immunization Week starts this Saturday
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IAC Spotlight! Unprotected People Reports about vaccine-preventable diseases; Lasker Foundation president's powerful editorial on the dangers of vaccine refusal
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Help support the launch of the Invisible Threat by contacting your legislators this week
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Immunization advocate, Seattle Mama Doc, releases book for new parents
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CDC reports on effective strategies for reducing health disparities, including disparities in vaccination rates
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Register by April 25 for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions to receive conference room rate
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates a storage and handling resource for immunization providers, "Vaccine Handling Tips"
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"Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Vaccines for Children and Teens" available in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, French, Hmong, Korean, Russian, Turkish, and Vietnamese translations
Featured Resources
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ASTHO's Immunization Resource Guide is now available online
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CDC offers Spanish-language HPV educational materials for patients, parents, and providers
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Newly available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Vaccine Education Center develops online vaccine trivia game—"Are You Up for the Challenge?"
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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March issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes article about potential zoonotic disease exposure related to a bat festival in Nigeria
Education and Training
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CDC offers continuing education opportunity on HPV vaccination

Issue 1115: April 16, 2014

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April 16, 2014
HPV Vaccines
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Q: I read that HPV vaccination rates are still low. What can we do as providers to improve these rates?
DTaP and Tdap
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Q: A 17-year-old received a dose of Tdap vaccine when she was 12 years old. She is now pregnant. Should she get another dose of Tdap vaccine?
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Q: If Kinrix (DTaP-IPV; GSK) is inadvertently given to a child age 15 through 18 months, as the fourth DTaP dose and the third IPV dose, do the DTaP and IPV doses need to be repeated?
Influenza Vaccine
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Q: May Fluzone High-Dose (sanofi) be administered to patients younger than age 65 years?
MMR and Varicella Vaccines
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Q: Would you consider a healthcare provider with 2 documented doses of MMR vaccine (Merck) to be immune even if their serology for 1 or more of the antigens comes back negative?
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Q: I have patients who claim to remember receiving MMR vaccine but have no written record, or whose parents report the patient has been vaccinated. Should I accept this as evidence of vaccination?
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Q: We have adult patients in our practice at high risk for measles, including patients going back to college or preparing for international travel, who don't remember ever receiving MMR vaccine or having had measles disease. How should we manage these patients?
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Q: I have a 45-year-old patient who is traveling to Jordan to work with Syrian refugees. She doesn't recall ever getting a second dose of MMR (she didn't go to college and never worked in healthcare). She was rubella immune when pregnant 20 years ago. Her measles titer is negative. Would you recommend a second dose of MMR vaccine?
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Q: If a 5-year-old child has never received any doses of MMR or varicella vaccine and now the parents want him to catch up with the combination vaccine MMRV (ProQuad; Merck), what is the spacing requirement between the two doses?
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Q: MMRV was mistakenly given to a 31-year-old instead of MMR. Can this be considered a valid dose?
Vaccine Storage and Handling
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Q: How long should we monitor the temperature in a new refrigerator before storing vaccines in it?

Issue 1114: April 15, 2014

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April 15, 2014
Top Stories
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Reminder: March issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults are available online
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FDA lowers age of licensure for Adacel vaccine administration from age 11 years to 10 years
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Reminder: National Infant Immunization Week is April 26–May 3
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CDC publishes article on measles outbreaks associated with children adopted from China
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IAC Spotlight! Seventeen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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CDC offers new resources for Hepatitis Awareness Month and Hepatitis Testing Day
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' conference call featuring Dr. Stanley Plotkin discussing vaccine development
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its guide to popular immunize.org destinations
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IAC revises its two medical chart record forms: "Vaccine Administration Record for Children and Teens" and "Vaccine Administration Record for Adults"
Featured Resources
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Newly available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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CDC issues response to report on antiviral effectiveness with influenza
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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New York Times publishes helpful article on understanding autism risk
Education and Training
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Archive of CDC's March 12 "Current Issues in Immunization NetConference" now available online
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Archived slide sets from the February ACIP meeting now available
Conferences and Meetings
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Sabin Vaccine Institute to sponsor 20th Anniversary Scientific Symposium on April 25

Issue 1113: April 8, 2014

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April 8, 2014
Top Stories
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Reminder: March issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults are available online
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More cases of measles identified in New York City; 25 cases confirmed since February 5
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Health advisory issued by California Department of Health: 49 measles cases in 2014
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Mumps in Ohio: more than 150 cases reported, with the majority of cases linked to the outbreak at Ohio State University
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Read Dr. Peter Hotez's blog post "Thoughts on World Autism Awareness Day"
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Newly available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC Spotlight! Reminder to use IAC’s new series of educational materials for patients and parents
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New! CDC resources on implementing the "Standards for Adult Immunization Practice"
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Something to Talk About: Voices for Vaccines' benefit event at the Mall of America on April 11; tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available
Official Releases and Announcements
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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issues new vaccination recommendations for men at risk of contracting meningitis
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Updated federal action plan to combat viral hepatitis released
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CDC announcement: April is STD Awareness Month
Featured Resources
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Society of Teachers of Family Medicine releases 2014 versions of "Shots Immunizations" mobile app and "Shots Online" for PCs
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Vaccine Education Center at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia revises two of its Q&A fact sheets
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on progress toward measles elimination in African region countries, 2011–2012
Conferences and Meetings
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2014 California Immunization Coalition Summit will be held in Sacramento, May 4–5
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Join your fellow vaccine advocates at the 11th National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions, May 21–23 in Seattle
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Registration is open for the 20th Annual Pennsylvania Immunization Conference on June 19
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Abstract deadline extended to May 16 for the 11th International Rotavirus Symposium to be held September 3–5 in New Delhi

Issue 1112: April 1, 2014

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April 1, 2014
Top Stories
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New! March issue of Vaccinate Adults is now available online
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Reminder: March issue of Needle Tips is available online
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CDC publishes travel watch for the Philippines due to measles outbreaks; U.S. clinicians should keep measles in mind when seeing patients who have traveled internationally
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New York Times publishes editorial on the seriousness of measles by Dr. Paul Offit
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New study shows influenza vaccine reduced children's risk of related intensive care admission by 74%
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WHO Southeast Asia region certified polio-free
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IAC Spotlight! "Apps for Immunization" web section on immunize.org
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Something to Talk About: Voices for Vaccines' benefit event at the Mall of America on April 11; tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available
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Newly available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
IAC Handouts
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IAC revises two of its most popular staff education materials: "Summary of Recommendations for Child/Teen Immunization" and "Summary of Recommendations for Adult Immunization"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC provides nine new translations of the Hib and Td VISs; Spanish translations are also available in rich text format
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IAC posts Nepali translation of the inactivated influenza vaccine VIS
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia posts two new fact sheets
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on invasive cancer incidence that includes information about HPV vaccination
Nominations and Awards
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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases award nominations due by May 1
Education and Training
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Vaccine Education Center posts archive of "Current Issues in Vaccines" March 19 webina
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Earn continuing education credit with CDC's broadcasts, webcasts, and self-study courses

Issue 1111: March 25, 2014

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March 25, 2014
Top Stories
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New! March issue of Needle Tips now available online
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Newly available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Please share the "Dear Colleague" letter about the importance of making a strong recommendation for HPV vaccination
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CDC releases update on meningococcal disease at Princeton and Drexel universities
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IAC Spotlight! Five more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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You're invited to Voices for Vaccines' exciting fundraising event at the Mall of America on April 11
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Reminder: Register now for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions
Featured Resources
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CDC's Standards for Adult Immunization Practice web section offers overview of standards and useful resources
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes article on WHO's new global polio vaccination recommendations
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CDC publishes report on a combined OPV/IPV vaccination campaign in Kenya

Issue 1110: March 20, 2014

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March 20, 2014
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2014 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2014 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Now's a great time to place an order for the Immunization Techniques DVD and IAC's personal patient record cards. For greater discounts, make bulk purchases!

Issue 1109: March 18, 2014

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March 18, 2014
Top Stories
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Nineteen confirmed cases in New York City measles outbreak; two cases in Connecticut
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ISMP publishes recommendations to address system-based causes of vaccine errors
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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CDC and AAP to provide a March 20 webinar-based peer education training on HPV
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VICNetwork March 20 webinar to focus on adult vaccination
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IAC Spotlight! Ask the Experts web section on measles, mumps, and rubella recently updated
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Final reminder: National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit requests nominations for its 2014 Immunization Excellence Awards; deadline is March 25
IAC Handouts
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Just released! New educational resource titled "How to Administer Intradermal, Intranasal, and Oral Vaccinations" now available
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IAC updates its popular guides to contraindications and precautions
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IAC updates its "Questions and Answers" handouts for measles, mumps, and rubella
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IAC revises its staff-education document titled "Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations"
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IAC updates its staff education materials: "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)" and "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)"
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"Hepatitis A, B, and C: Learn the Differences" provides a quick overview of viral hepatitis
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC announces new look for its "Vaccines" website
Featured Resources
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CDC Worksite Health Scorecard updated and expanded; now includes questions about vaccine-preventable diseases
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on influenza-like illness and influenza vaccination coverage among workers in the 2009–10 influenza season

Issue 1108: March 11, 2014

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March 11, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC honors IAC with its Excellence in Partnering award for leadership in providing VISs in languages other than English
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CDC temporarily removes the Multi-vaccine VIS from service until it is updated
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National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit launches new website: www.izsummitpartners.org
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CDC announces new Twitter account for immunization providers
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IAC Spotlight! Personal testimonies on vaccine-preventable diseases; Lasker Foundation President's powerful editorial on the dangers of vaccine refusal
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Vaccine Education Center plans March 19 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
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Reminder: National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit requests nominations for its 2014 Immunization Excellence Awards; deadline is March 25
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CDC publishes report on impact of Connecticut regulation that requires influenza vaccination of children in licensed child care and preschool programs
IAC Handouts
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IAC corrects text in its recently redesigned hepatitis B handout: "Give the Birth Dose... Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth Saves Lives!"
Official Releases and Announcements
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UNICEF announces that IPV will be available to low-income countries for as little as $1 a dose to help implement new WHO polio recommendations
Featured Resources
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Influenza season is not over—please keep vaccinating your patients!
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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Study finds that childhood immunizations save thousands of lives and billions of dollars in the U.S.
Education and Training
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CDC offers video on protecting people with chronic health conditions from influenza
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration deadline for June 25–26 ACIP meeting is June 2 for non-citizens and June 9 for citizens
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NACCHO annual conference scheduled for July 8–10 in Atlanta; poster submission deadline is March 16

Issue 1107: March 4, 2014

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March 4, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC publishes ACIP recommendations for prevention and control of Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) disease
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AAP News publishes commentary on HPV vaccination by Dr. Michael Brady, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases; useful AAP resources available to help providers increase HPV vaccine uptake
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Reminder: National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit requests nominations for its 2014 Immunization Excellence Awards; deadline is March 25
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CDC and South Carolina Department of Health and Environment warn of possible hepatitis A exposure at Hilton Head restaurant
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Please comment on the new USPSTF draft recommendations for hepatitis B screening by March 10; sample letters and comments available
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IAC Spotlight! Quick access to ACIP recommendations on immunize.org
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Polio-like illness reported in five California children
IAC Handouts
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IAC revises and redesigns two educational pieces about the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose: "Give the Birth Dose... Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth Saves Lives!" and "Hepatitis B Shots Are Recommended for All New Babies"
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IAC updates and redesigns two hepatitis B handouts for adults: "Every Week Hundreds of People Get Hepatitis B" and "Protect Yourself Against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B... A Guide for Gay and Bisexual Men"
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IAC updates "Questions Parents Ask About Vaccinations for Babies"
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IAC updates sample standing orders templates for administering meningococcal and varicella vaccines to children and teens
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IAC posts Hmong translation of "Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Live Attenuated Intranasal Influenza Vaccination"
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO issues updated position paper on polio vaccines
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CDC expands its injection safety efforts
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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January and February issues of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes information about two-dose varicella vaccination coverage in the U.S.
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CDC reports on emergence of wildlife rabies on island free from canine rabies for 52 years
Education and Training
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CDC updates Influenza module in its "You Call the Shots" training course
Conferences and Meetings
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Conference on Vaccine Research posts agenda; early bird registration rate ends March 17

Issue 1106: February 25, 2014

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February 25, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC holds telebriefing about seriousness of influenza this season, especially among adults age 18–64; MMWR publishes three related reports on influenza cases and deaths, seasonal influenza activity, and influenza vaccine effectiveness
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"Dear Colleague" letter from CDC and professional societies urges healthcare professionals caring for pregnant women to administer influenza vaccination and treat influenza with antivirals
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National Vaccine Advisory Committee publishes "Standards for Adult Immunization Practice"
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California Department of Public Health issues health advisory: 14 measles cases in state since beginning of 2014
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U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issues draft recommendations for HBV screening of high-risk populations; comments solicited
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CDC's March 12 NetConference to focus on the 2014 childhood and adult immunization recommendations and on adult immunization practice standards
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IAC enrolls nine more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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IAC Spotlight! "IAC's Most Popular Web Sections and Downloads" are easy to find on immunize.org home page
IAC Handouts
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IAC develops new handout for parents: "Top Ten Reasons to Protect Your Child by Vaccinating"
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Use "Skills Checklist for Immunization" to review and promote proper standards with immunization staff
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO requests nominations for current and future vacancies for its Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) on immunization
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for pneumococcal vaccine are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report of varicella-associated death of vaccinated child with leukemia
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration now open for 2014 STD Prevention Conference; early bird registration ends April 15

Issue 1105: February 18, 2014

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February 18, 2014
Top Stories
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Leading medical organizations release "Dear Colleague" letter that urges healthcare professionals to promote HPV vaccination
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President's Cancer Panel releases report on HPV vaccination
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ACOG issues "Dear Colleague" letter and algorithm to assess and treat pregnant women with influenza-like illness
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IAC's Diane Peterson coauthors new JAMA article on legislative challenges to immunization
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IAC Spotlight! Five more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its two screening checklists for contraindications to vaccines
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IAC updates provider resource "Emergency Response Worksheet"
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IAC revises standing orders templates for administering zoster and varicella vaccines to adults
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IAC updates its staff education materials "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)" and "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)"
Official Releases and Announcements
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U.S. joins 26 countries to accelerate progress against infectious disease threats
Featured Resources
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CDC updates its interactive quiz for adolescent and adult immunization
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for pneumococcal vaccine are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Conferences and Meetings
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Archived video broadcast of the October 2013 ACIP meeting now available

Issue 1104: February 11, 2014

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February 11, 2014
Top Stories
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CDC publishes details about the 2014 immunization schedules for children/teens and adults in the February 7 issue of MMWR
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IAC Spotlight! Immunization Schedules web section offers quick access to child, teen, and adult guidance for 2014
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CDC releases updated VISs for Hib and Td vaccines
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CDC publishes report on noninfluenza vaccination coverage among adults
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CDC offers website content syndication to immunization partners
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CDC publishes article about global control and regional elimination of measles
IAC Handouts
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New! IAC releases two new handouts for patients with chronic health conditions: "Vaccinations for Adults with Heart Disease" and "Vaccinations for Adults with Lung Disease"
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New! IAC develops a standing orders template for Tdap vaccination of pregnant women
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IAC updates "Meningococcal Vaccination Recommendations by Age and/or Risk Factors"
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IAC revises its standing orders templates for administering rotavirus and PPSV vaccines to children
Featured Resources
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CDC updates its interactive childhood immunization scheduler
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for pneumococcal vaccine are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Conferences and Meetings
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Program for National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions now available; early bird registration ends February 14

Issue 1103: February 4, 2014

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February 4, 2014
Top Stories
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2014 U.S. Recommended Immunization Schedules for people age 0–18 years and adults age 19 years and older are now available
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CDC publishes information about rotavirus vaccine administration errors
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CDC publishes Grand Rounds report on reducing HPV infection and related cancers
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IAC Spotlight! Eighteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its professional-education resource "Vaccines with Diluents: How to Use Them"
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IAC updates its staff education materials "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements" and "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)"
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Test your vaccination knowledge with IAC's quizzes
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IAC revises "Notification of Vaccination Letter Template"
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC publishes report on national public health preparedness
Featured Resources
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Interactive map vividly illustrates the increase in certain vaccine-preventable diseases
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
Nominations and Awards
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National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit requests nominations for its 2014 Immunization Excellence Awards; deadline is March 25
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Reminder: It's time to submit nominations for CDC's Childhood Immunization Champion Award
Education and Training
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CDC to offer Twitter chat about healthy travel on February 6
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration deadline for February 26–27 ACIP meeting is February 10 for U.S. citizens
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Early bird registration for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions ends February 14

Issue 1102: January 28, 2014

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January 28, 2014
Top Stories
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IAC enrolls six more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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CDC releases updated Japanese encephalitis VIS
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IAC Spotlight! Please refer parents and patients to www.vaccineinformation.org, IAC's website for the public
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CDC provides guidance to travelers and clinicians related to the ongoing avian influenza A (H7N9) virus outbreak in China
Featured Resources
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Use newly released brochure to encourage HPV vaccination of boys and young men
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
Nominations and Awards
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Reminder: It's time to submit nominations for CDC's Childhood Immunization Champion Award
Education and Training
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Join Voices for Vaccines on a conference call about the power of storytelling
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CDC to host February 11 webinar on National Infant Immunization Week

Issue 1101: January 21, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1101
January 21, 2014
Top Stories
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IAC's Give birth to the end of Hep B initiative helps birthing hospitals adopt and strengthen hepatitis B birth dose policies
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IAC Spotlight! Fourteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Trust for America's Health publishes report on poor influenza vaccination rates for adults age 18–64 years
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC publishes "Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2012"
Featured Resources
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Order free immunization resources from CDC
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
Education and Training
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CDC updates two modules, "Vaccine Storage and Handling" and "Vaccines for Children," in its "You Call the Shots" training course
Conferences and Meetings
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Pennsylvania Immunization Conference scheduled for June 19

Issue 1099: January 14, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1099
January 14, 2014
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Where you'll find information on upcoming immunization conferences, events, and meetings
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CDC requests nominations for Childhood Immunization Champion Awards
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First human avian influenza A (H5N1) virus infection reported in the Americas
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CDC issues travel notice related to yellow fever in Sudan
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VICNetwork January 28 webinar to focus on HPV vaccination
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Need help in responding to vaccine-hesitant parents?"
IAC Web Sections
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CDC provides updates to IAC's online Ask the Experts web section on shingles disease and zoster vaccination
Featured Resources
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CDC adds new resources to its HPV vaccination campaign, including videos
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients

Issue 1098: January 7, 2014

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IAC Express: Issue 1098
January 7, 2014
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Eight more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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IAC enrolls six more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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New York City Board of Health votes to require influenza immunization for children in daycare and preschool
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CDC looks back at 2013, and ahead to 2014 health challenges, including two related to vaccination
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New report finds the nation’s ability to prevent and control infectious diseases inadequate
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates patient handouts "Meningococcal: Questions and Answers" and "Shingles (Zoster): Questions and Answers"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Haitian-Creole translations of the Tdap and rotavirus VISs and a Portuguese translation of the Tdap VIS
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center offers free mobile app for Android phones as well as for iPhones
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on influenza activity in the U.S. from September 29 through December 7
Education and Training
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Watch HHS-sponsored webinar on preventing perinatal hepatitis B infection
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Clinical Vaccinology Course set for March 21–23 in Seattle
Conferences and Meetings
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American Public Health Association meeting scheduled for November 2014; abstract deadline spans February 10–14

Issue 1096: December 23, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1096
December 23, 2013
Top Stories
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Happy holidays from all of us at IAC!
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CDC publishes guidance for HBV protection and postexposure management of healthcare personnel
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Merck voluntarily recalls one lot of Gardasil HPV vaccine
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Voices for Vaccines to host January 14 conference call featuring Dr. Paul Offit

Issue 1094: December 17, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1094
December 17, 2013
Top Stories
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Three infectious diseases societies issue joint statement on mandatory immunization of healthcare personnel
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CDC publishes report estimating the number of influenza illnesses and hospitalizations averted by influenza vaccination during 2012–13 season
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IAC enrolls eleven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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CDC reports on progress in immunization information systems
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IAC Spotlight! Hundreds of images/photos related to vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases
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Reminder: December 19 is the date of the HHS-sponsored webinar on preventing perinatal hepatitis B infection
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Portuguese translation of the VIS for rotavirus vaccines
Featured Resources
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The Know Hepatitis B campaign promotes testing for hepatitis B among Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on influenza vaccination coverage among women who gave birth during the 2009–10 and 2010–11 influenza seasons
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CDC publishes update on progress toward polio eradication in Nigeria
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration now open for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions

Issue 1093: December 10, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1093
December 10, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Real-life stories about vaccine-preventable diseases
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Analysis of newly available data highlights the value of immunization—100 million cases of vaccine-preventable diseases averted since 1924
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Institute for Safe Medication Practices publishes first annual review of data submitted to its National Vaccine Errors Reporting Program
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CDC publishes report on influenza vaccination coverage among people with asthma
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Recently published study provides warning that measles still a threat in the U.S.
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Vaccines Work!" handout for parents
Official Releases and Announcements
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Stakeholders publish report on possible ways to increase HPV vaccination
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CDC publishes announcement about National Influenza Vaccination Week in MMWR
Featured Resources
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Stay up to date with CDC's free email subscription service
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Reminder: If you vaccinate children and teens, be sure to download AAP's revised immunization training guide and procedure manual
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Project Tycho database makes health data available to everyone
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Family Planning and Immunization Integration Working Group releases new toolkit
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available–free–from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on global progress in eliminating rubella and congenital rubella syndrome
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November issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available

Issue 1092: December 4, 2013

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IAC Express Special Edition - Ask the Experts: Issue 1092
December 4, 2013
Questions and Answers:
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Q: What are the ACIP recommendations for vaccination of preterm infants?
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Q: We plan to keep our influenza vaccine in coolers when we travel to off-site vaccination events. How can we ensure the vaccine remains within the proper temperature range?
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Q: We inadvertently administered a 0.5 mL dose of FluLaval (GSK) to a 2-year-old child before realizing that the vaccine is only licensed for use in people age 3 years and older. Do we need to repeat the dose with an age-appropriate product?
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Q: We inadvertently administered intradermal influenza vaccine (Fluzone ID, sanofi) to a patient who is not in the recommended age range of 18 through 64 years. What should we do now?
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Q: Is it acceptable to administer a dose of the quadrivalent influenza vaccine to a patient who has already received the trivalent vaccine? We’ve had a few patients request this.
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Q: Sometimes patients age 65 years and older who have received the standard-dose influenza vaccine hear about the high-dose product (Fluzone High-Dose, sanofi) and want to receive that, too. Is this okay to administer?
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Q: Would giving an older patient 2 doses of standard-dose influenza vaccine be the same as administering the high-dose product?
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Q: How soon after bone marrow transplant do we start to vaccinate our patients against influenza?
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Q: When should adolescents who received a dose of Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria, pertussis-containing vaccine; Adacel, sanofi; Boostrix, GSK) at age 11–12 years receive their next dose of Td or Tdap?
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Q: Please describe the new Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) vote recommending the use of the meningococcal vaccine Menveo in high-risk children 2 through 23 months of age.
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Q: Why is it recommended to delay meningococcal vaccination for infants with functional or anatomic asplenia until after the PCV13 (pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, Prevnar, Pfizer) series is completed?
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Q: We frequently see children (mostly from certain foreign countries) who have received 6 or more doses of polio vaccine, all administered before age 4 years. How do we handle this when assessing the child’s immunization history?
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Q: Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV, Pneumovax, Merck) is recommended for people with diabetes. Does this include gestational diabetes?

Issue 1091: December 3, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1091
December 3, 2013
Top Stories
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Reminder: November issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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CDC issues health advisory for clinicians related to meningococcal outbreaks at Princeton University and the University of California, Santa Barbara
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CDC issues two new travel health notices concerning polio outbreaks in Syria and Cameroon, and updates travel health notices about polio in Somalia, Kenya, and Ethiopia
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IAC enrolls five more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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National Influenza Vaccination Week is almost here!
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IAC Spotlight! Influenza vaccination-related handouts for patients and staff
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CDC expands its vaccine safety web content to include "Frequently Asked Questions about HPV Vaccine Safety"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts corrected Marshallese translations of influenza VISs
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IAC posts Thai translation of LAIV VIS
Featured Resources
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Spending a lot of time talking with parents about vaccines? Download CDC resources for healthcare professionals.
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Education and Training
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Illinois AAP chapter to host December 10 webinar on influenza
Conferences and Meetings
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Save the date: Conference on Vaccine Research scheduled for April 28–30, 2014
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Save the date: California Immunization Coalition Summit to be held May 4–5, 2014

Issue 1090: November 26, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1090
November 26, 2013
Top Stories
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New! November issue of Vaccinate Adults is now available online
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Reminder: November issue of Needle Tips is online
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Access information about the Princeton University meningococcal outbreak and the public health response
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IAC Spotlight! Twelve more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll
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CDC's December 12 NetConference to focus on influenza vaccination
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HHS-sponsored webinar on preventing perinatal hepatitis B infection rescheduled for December 19
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CDC publishes report on health disparities in the U.S.; one section covers seasonal influenza vaccination rates for 2009–10 and 2010–11
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Call for Abstracts deadline for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions extended to December 13
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "MMR vaccine does not cause autism: Examine the evidence!"
Featured Resources
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CDC updates information about pertussis outbreak control in the Manual for Surveillance of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
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CDC updates its Vaccine Price List web page
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes articles about polio eradication in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Issue 1089: November 19, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1089
November 19, 2013
Top Stories
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New! November issue of Needle Tips now available online
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CDC publishes new recommendations for use of Japanese encephalitis vaccine in children
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IAC enrolls three more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Ask the Experts" Q&As give you answers from CDC experts
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National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 8–14; CDC makes a multitude of resources available
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Voices for Vaccines to host December 3 conference call about effective conversations with vaccine hesitant parents
IAC Handouts
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IAC revises "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines"
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IAC redesigns "Do Not Unplug" and "Do Not Turn Off Circuit Breaker" signs
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IAC updates "Influenza Vaccination of People with a History of Egg Allergy"
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IAC revises "Before you vaccinate adults, consider their 'H-A-L-O'!"
Official Releases and Announcements
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HHS releases new report about federal efforts to implement viral hepatitis action plan
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
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Supplies are low! IAC's full-sized laminated versions of the 2013 immunization schedules are 50% off (use coupon code IAC50)
Conferences and Meetings
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Call for Abstracts deadline extended to November 22 for CDC's 2014 STD Prevention Conference

Issue 1087: November 12, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1087
November 12, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Thirteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll
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Today, November 12, is World Pneumonia Day!
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Immunization advocates develop universal symbol for immunization
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Intensive vaccination outreach planned after ten wild polio cases confirmed in the Syrian Arab Republic
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WHO reports on two new cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) virus infection in China
IAC Handouts
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IAC releases new handout for parents about HPV vaccination of preteens and teens
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IAC updates "Personal belief exemptions for vaccination put people at risk. Examine the evidence for yourself."
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Spanish translation of "Vaccinations for Preteens and Teens, Age 11–19 Years" corrected
Featured Resources
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Michigan Department of Community Health releases toolkit of resources to increase influenza vaccination of young adults
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
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Supplies are low! IAC's full-sized laminated versions of the 2013 immunization schedules are 50% off (use coupon code IAC50)
Education and Training
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Reminder: Vaccine Education Center plans November 13 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
Conferences and Meetings
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Reminder: December 6 is abstract deadline for the 11th National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions

Issue 1086: November 5, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1086
November 5, 2013
Top Stories
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Pediatrics publishes article by CDC authors on influenza-associated pediatric deaths in the U.S., 2004–2012; CDC posts related commentary
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CDC publishes report on influenza vaccination of pregnant women in Massachusetts during the 2009–2010 influenza season
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IAC enrolls five more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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AAP endorses CDC meningococcal vaccine guidance
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Spotlight on immunize.org: access influenza videos and public service announcements
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CDC's Immunization Safety Office expands its vaccine safety services for U.S. healthcare providers
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CDC reports on global vaccination coverage
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Checklist for Safe Vaccine Storage and Handling"
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Spanish translations of "Vaccinations for Infants and Children, Age 0–10 Years" as well as "Vaccinations for Preteens and Teens, Age 11–19 Years" are now available
Featured Resources
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CDC develops new resources to help providers increase HPV vaccination rates
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National Institutes of Health publishes article for public that encourages vaccination against HPV
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Limited-time offer: 50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Education and Training
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Online Medscape course focuses on rotavirus immunization and the risk of intussusception
Conferences and Meetings
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Minutes of the June ACIP meeting now online

Issue 1085: October 29, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1085
October 29, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Fifteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll
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Bulk quantities of laminated pocket guides for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are available—free—from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit and IAC
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CDC publishes surveillance summary on influenza vaccination coverage from 2007 through 2012 in the U.S.
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CDC publishes report on influenza activity in the U.S. from May 19 through September 28
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Eleventh National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions scheduled for May 21–23 in Seattle; abstract deadline is December 6
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "First do no harm: Mandatory influenza vaccination policies for healthcare personnel help protect patients"
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IAC revises "Questions Frequently Asked about Hepatitis B"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Spanish translation of the large-print VIS for inactivated influenza vaccine
Featured Resources
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CDC and Safe Injection Practices Coalition offer new infographic to help clinicians properly use single- and multiple-dose vaccine vials
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Help-4-Hep offers support and information for people with questions about hepatitis C
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Limited-time offer: 50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Education and Training
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Vaccine Education Center plans November 13 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
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The Joint Commission offers free course on rapid influenza testing in ambulatory settings
Conferences and Meetings
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Call for Abstracts deadline extended to November 15 for CDC's 2014 STD Prevention Conference

Issue 1084: October 22, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1084
October 22, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! "Like" IAC on Facebook and "follow" IAC on Twitter!
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IAC enrolls two more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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Adult vaccination providers: Please list your clinics with the HealthMap Vaccine Finder
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Clinicians: The Influenza Vaccine Availability Tracking System (IVATS) can help you locate influenza vaccine for purchase
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WHO reports on new case of avian influenza A(H7N9) virus infection in China
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Voices for Vaccines to host November 5 conference call featuring Curtis Brainard from the Columbia Journalism Review
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Karen, Haitian Creole, and Amharic translations of inactivated and live attenuated influenza vaccine VISs
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IAC corrects error in Hmong inactivated influenza vaccine VIS title translation
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Limited-time offer: 50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Education and Training
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New Jersey Immunization Network to offer October 31 webinar about the United Nation Foundation's Shot@Life campaign
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The Immunization Partnership to offer November 7 webinar on immunization and the Affordable Care Act

Issue 1083: October 15, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1083
October 15, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC Spotlight! Ten more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll
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MMWR to only publish reports on immediate health threats during federal government shutdown
IAC Handouts
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"Vaccinations for Pregnant Women" patient handout now available in Spanish
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IAC updates "Hepatitis B Facts: Testing and Vaccination"
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IAC updates "If you, your parents, or your children were born in any of these places..." in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and Vietnamese
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts translations of influenza VISs in Portuguese
IAC Web Sections
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IAC creates gateway page for its two honor rolls for patient safety
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Limited-time offer—50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Education and Training
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New Jersey Immunization Network to offer October 22 webinar on adult vaccination

Issue 1082: October 8, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1082
October 8, 2013
Top Stories
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IAC enrolls six more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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Voices for Vaccines to host October 15 conference call featuring widely published writer JJ Keith
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IAC Spotlight! Reminder to use IAC’s new educational materials for patients and parents
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Decision to Not Vaccinate My Child"
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IAC revises "Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommendations for Children and Adults by Age and/or Risk Factor"
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IAC updates "Vaccinations for Preteens and Teens, Age 11–19 Years"
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IAC reviews three influenza handouts for the public, including "Influenza: Questions and Answers"
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IAC updates two patient handouts related to hepatitis B infection, one for Asian and Pacific Islander Americans and one about chronic HBV infection
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts 15 translations of the revised rotavirus VIS
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Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese VISs for 19 routinely recommended vaccines are now available on IAC's website
IAC Web Sections
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CDC provides updates to IAC's online Ask the Experts web section on meningococcal disease and vaccination
Featured Resources
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American Academy of Microbiology offers report and teaching materials on influenza
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Limited-time offer—50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on sentinel hospital surveillance for meningitis in The Gambia and Senegal
Education and Training
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Families Fighting Flu to sponsor virtual summit on October 16

Issue 1081: October 1, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1081
October 1, 2013
Top Stories
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CDC publishes report on influenza vaccination coverage of healthcare personnel during 2012-13 influenza season
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CDC publishes report on influenza vaccination coverage of pregnant women during 2012-13 influenza season
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IAC Spotlight! Vaccineinformation.org Video Library offers an extensive and searchable collection of more than 125 videos about vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of immunization
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History of Vaccines website educates the public about immunization’s past and present contributions to public health
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HHS to sponsor webinar on preventing perinatal hepatitis B infection on October 10
IAC Handouts
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IAC's updated screening checklists for influenza vaccination contraindications now available in Spanish
Vaccine Information Statements
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CDC's supplemental provider information for the 2013-14 influenza VISs summarizes many important issues
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Spanish translations of 19 routinely recommended vaccine VISs are now available in rich text format (RTF)
Featured Resources
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CDC updates its interactive quiz for adolescent and adult immunization
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Influenza is serious; be sure to vaccinate everyone age 6 months and older!
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Information about NFID's September 26 influenza/pneumococcal press conference is now online
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Unbelievable limited-time offer—50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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September issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Education and Training
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Webinar about women and hepatitis B and C to take place on October 17

Issue 1079: September 24, 2013

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IAC Express: Issue 1079
September 24, 2013
Top Stories
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Reminder: September issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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CDC publishes 2013–14 recommendations for prevention and control of influenza with vaccines
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Fourteen birthing institutions have been enrolled in IAC's Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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New York Times publishes Dr. Stanley A. Plotkin’s editorial calling for a vaccine to protect humans against Lyme disease
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IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Ask the Experts" Q&As give you the answers
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NFID news conference on influenza and pneumococcal disease scheduled for September 26
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Coming September 27, the American Health Care Association's Twitter chat on seniors and the flu season
Vaccine Information Statements
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CDC's provider information sheet on the rotavirus VIS can help providers talk with parents about intussusception
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IAC posts translations of influenza VISs in Bengali, Burmese, Chuukese, Polish, and Urdu
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IAC posts additional VIS translations in Burmese, simplified Chinese, Farsi, French, Somali, Spanish, Thai, and Turkish
Featured Resources
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CDC posts fact sheet for the public on human papillomavirus (HPV) and oropharyngeal cancer
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Unbelievable limited-time offer—50% off 2013 laminated immunization schedules (use coupon code IAC50)
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American Academy of Microbiology report explains why adult vaccination is important
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on assessing and mitigating risks for polio outbreaks in Africa in 2012–13
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CDC corrects error in report on U.S. measles outbreaks in 2013

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