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DISEASES & VACCINES

Pneumococcal Disease (PPSV)

Prevent Pneumococcal Infections During the H1N1 Outbreak
CDC reminds heath professionals to consider PPSV for indicated patients

Immunization Materials for Patients & Staff

Pneumococcal (PPSV) Handouts

Pneumococcal polysaccharide (PPSV) handouts

PPSV-specific educational pieces for health professionals and their patients

Vaccine Information Statements
VISs explain both the benefits and risks of a vaccine

Ask the Experts
CDC's experts answer challenging questions about vaccines

State Laws and Mandates
State mandates on immunization and VPDs

Standing Orders
Standing orders for administering vaccines

More PPSV Resources
Vaccine-related resources from other organizations

CDC Immunization Schedules
Recommended immunization schedules for patients

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Directory of Immunization Resources

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Photos & Videos

Photos
Access pneumococcal polysaccharide-related images

News & Information

Vaccines in the News
Up-to-date media coverage about pneumococcal polysaccharide

New Releases
Vaccine licensures, resources, and recommendations

What's New at IAC
Chronological listing of new and revised IAC materials

Related Topics

Immunization Disparities

Immunization Topics

Articles & Reports

PPSV Journal Articles
IAC's selection of practical, clinical, and programmatic articles

Unprotected People Reports

Case reports, personal testimonies, and articles about PPSV

Vaccine Policy & Licensure

ACIP Recommendations
CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

AAP Policy Statements
Vaccine policy from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Package Inserts
Manufacturers' labeling of vaccines licensed for use in the United States

FDA Product Approval
Licensure information from the Food and Drug Administration

WHO Position Papers
World Health Organization publications on immunization