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June 2019 Back to top
IAC Express Issue 1432
June 26, 2019
Top Stories
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 1,077 with 33 new cases reported since last week
CDC notifies partners and providers of MMR vaccination recommendations for international travelers and for people living in or traveling domestically to areas with ongoing measles outbreaks in the U.S.
FDA issues Public Health Alert concerning hepatitis A virus contamination of Kroger brand frozen blackberries and Costco Kirkland Signature Brand Three Berry Blend
CDC publishes report on influenza activity in the U.S. during the 2018–19 season and the composition of the 2019–20 influenza vaccine in this week's MMWR
IAC Spotlight! Explore IAC's "Ask the Experts" web section for answers to more than 1,000 Q&As from CDC experts about vaccine recommendations, administration, storage and handling, scheduling, and more
Washington Post reports on a foundation that has contributed more than 3 million dollars to anti-vaccine groups in recent years
Featured Resources
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedules—order some for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's comprehensive Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide is available for free download either by chapter or in its entirety (142 pages)
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia publishes June issue of its newsletter Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals
Two studies find rotavirus vaccine administration may be linked to reduction in type 1 diabetes in children
CDC publishes "Trends in the Laboratory Detection of Rotavirus before and after Implementation of Routine Rotavirus Vaccination—United States, 2000–2018" in this week's MMWR
Education and Training
Reminder: Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs through September 25; register now
Conferences and Meetings
Washington State Immunization Summit, hosted by WithinReach and WA State Department of Health, to take place on October 8
IAC Express Issue 1431
June 19, 2019
Top Stories
New York State eliminates non-medical exemptions for vaccination
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 1,044 with 22 new cases reported since last week
CDC reports on trends in human rabies deaths and exposures in the United States
It's Pride Month: CDC reminds providers to vaccinate men who have sex with men against hepatitis A
CDC publishes report about administration of expired injectable influenza vaccine
IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Talking about Vaccines: Vaccine Safety" web page features information from many organizations to help providers communicate with parents and patients
Digital marketing email service MailChimp curtails promotion of anti-vaccine misinformation
IAC enrolls 7 new birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll;13 previously honored institutions qualify for additional years' honors
IAC Handouts
IAC updates Spanish-language version of "Questions Parents Ask about Vaccinations for Babies"
Official Releases and Announcements
CDC reflects on the 10-year anniversary of the H1N1 influenza pandemic
World News
WHO reports on progress toward measles eradication in Pakistan in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedules—order some for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
New England Journal of Medicine publishes article about allowing adolescents to independently consent to vaccination
Pediatrics publishes study about the decline in pediatric herpes zoster cases and the relationship to varicella vaccination
Education and Training
Reminder: Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs through September 25; register now
IAC Express Issue 1430
June 12, 2019
Top Stories
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 1,022 with 41 new cases reported since last week
As measles cases surpass 1,000, HHS Secretary Alex Azar issues statement reinforcing commitment to vaccination as part of HHS news release
May's Technically Speaking column by IAC executive director titled "How to Protect Children, Adults, and Healthcare Personnel from Measles" now available on IAC's website
New York Times publishes opinion piece titled "When Defending Vaccines Gets Ugly"
2019 National Conference for Immunization Coalitions and Partnerships scheduled for November 13–15 in Honolulu; abstract deadline has been extended to June 30
IAC Spotlight! IAC's Immunization Partners web page features organizations that work with IAC
Nominations for the 2020 NFID Awards to recognize leaders and heroes of public health are due July 1
World News
CDC publishes "Progress Toward Measles Elimination—Pakistan, 2000–2018" in this week's MMWR
Featured Resources
CDC's Resources for Health Care Providers web section offers a variety of tools on vaccine administration, safety, and more
Hepatitis B Foundation releases "Randy's Story" to raise awareness about discrimination in the U.S. armed forces against those living with chronic hepatitis B
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedules—order some for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Education and Training
CDC offers webinar archive for clinicians titled "Most Measles Cases in 25 Years: Is This the End of Measles Elimination in the United States?"
Reminder: Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs June 5 through September 25; register now
NFID offers June 19 webinar on managing outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases
NACCHO to offer 5-part webinar series on public health communications; first session on "Principles to Address Vaccine Resistance and Hesitancy" scheduled for June 13
Conferences and Meetings
Tune in to CDC's ACIP meeting June 26–27 (Wednesday and Thursday) via live webcast
IAC Express Issue 1429
June 5, 2019
Top Stories
AAP invites state and national organizations to sign on to a joint letter in support of the VACCINES Act of 2019
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 981 with 41 new cases reported since last week
IAC Spotlight! Just in case you missed them—these IAC materials and web pages were updated during April and May
2019 National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit (NAIIS) presentations, posters, and award winners now available online
Five healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
Voices for Vaccines releases new podcast episode that features Dr. Paul Offit discussing the current measles outbreaks
IAC Handouts
IAC posts updated handout for the public titled "Pneumococcus: Questions and Answers"
IAC updates "Standing Orders for Administering Rotavirus Vaccine to Infants"
World News
WHO reports on the April meeting of the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization
Featured Resources
AAP's website offers guidance for preparing for the 2019–20 influenza season
AAP releases new guide about using immunization information systems and two-dimensional barcode scanning
CDC updates the diphtheria and lab support chapters of its Manual for the Surveillance of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedules—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
May issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Education and Training
Reminder: Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs June 5 through September 25; register now
May 2019 Back to top
IAC Express Special Edition - Ask the Experts: Issue 1428
May 30, 2019
Measles and MMR Vaccination
Q: What is the current situation with measles in the U.S.?
Q: What are the current recommendations for the use of MMR vaccine?
Q: What are the signs and symptoms healthcare providers should look for in diagnosing measles?
Q: What should our clinic do if we suspect a patient has measles?
Q: When is it appropriate to use MMR vaccine for post-exposure prophylaxis?
Q: What is considered acceptable evidence of immunity?
Q: For which adults are 0, 1, or 2 doses of MMR vaccine recommended to prevent measles?
Q: Given the outbreaks of measles in the U.S., should all healthcare personnel, including those born before 1957, have 2 doses of MMR vaccine?
Q: Would you consider healthcare personnel with 2 documented doses of MMR vaccine to be immune even if their serology for 1 or more of the antigens comes back negative?
Q: Have recommendations for MMR vaccination of children or adults changed in light of the current outbreak?
Q: How soon can we give the second dose of MMR vaccine to a child vaccinated at 12 months old?
Q: If there is an outbreak in my area, can we vaccinate children younger than 12 months?
Q: If we give a child a dose of MMR vaccine at 6 months of age because they are in a community with cases of measles, when should we give the next dose?
Q: Do any adults need "booster" doses of MMR vaccine to prevent measles?
Q: A patient who was born before 1957 and is not a healthcare worker wants to get the MMR vaccine before international travel. Does he need a dose of MMR?
Q: Under what circumstances should adults be considered for testing for measles-specific antibody prior to getting vaccinated?
Q: What are the contraindications and precautions for MMR vaccine?
Q: We have many patients who are immunocompromised and cannot get the MMR vaccine. How should we advise our patients?
Q: What is the recommended length of time a woman should wait after receiving rubella (MMR) vaccine before becoming pregnant?
Q: How soon after delivery can MMR be given to the mother?
Q: How should teenage girls and women of child-bearing age be screened for pregnancy before MMR vaccination?
Q: If a pregnant woman inadvertently receives MMR vaccine, how should she be advised?
IAC Express Issue 1427
May 29, 2019
Top Stories
Maine eliminates non-medical exemptions to vaccination
Washington State passes law to eliminate philosophical exemptions to MMR vaccination
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 940 in 26 states, with 60 new cases reported since last week
IAC enrolls 9 new birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; 21 previously honored institutions qualify for additional years' honors
IAC Spotlight: Check out the unsolicited feedback IAC receives about its work every week
Deadline for abstracts for the National Conference for Immunization Coalitions and Partnerships extended until June 30; presentations especially requested for the coalitions track
IAC Handouts
IAC updates "Need Help Responding to Vaccine-Hesitant Parents?"
IAC revises "Standing Orders for Administering Pneumococcal Vaccines (PCV13 and PPSV23) to Adults" and "Standing Orders for Administering Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine to Children and Teens"
IAC revises "Standing Orders for Administering Human Papillomavirus Vaccine to Children and Teens"
Spanish-language version of "Vaccinations for Adults without a Spleen" was updated to match the English-language version
Vaccine Information Statements
IAC posts updated Japanese-language translations of the hepatitis B and DTaP VISs
Official Releases and Announcements
WHO requests feedback from healthcare professionals for Draft Zero of its "Immunization Agenda 2030"
World News
Vaccine Confidence Project provides links to news articles about the consequences of vaccine hesitancy around the world
CDC and WHO report on progress toward polio eradication worldwide in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Record, respectively
Featured Resources
CDC updates the measles chapter of its Manual for the Surveillance of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
WHO has updated its online library of vaccine safety resources contributed by organizations around the world
Shot by Shot offers "Scotty's Story," a compelling video to promote meningococcal vaccination
CDC offers guidance for people visiting pigs during fair season
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia publishes May issue of its newsletter Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals
Bioethicist publishes 10 steps to consider to protect communities from further vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks
Education and Training
Webinar titled "HPV Vaccination: Tools for Training Your Staff" scheduled for June 13
Reminder: Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs June 5 through September 25; register now
IAC Express Issue 1426
May 22, 2019
Top Stories
CDC issues "Dear Provider" letter with recommendations regarding adult immunization against measles in response to increase in measles cases
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 880 with 41 new cases reported since last week
CDC publishes "Notes from the Field: Measles Outbreaks from Imported Cases in Orthodox Jewish Communities—New York and New Jersey," 2018–2019 in this week's MMWR
CDC publishes "Notes from the Field: Community Outbreak of Measles—Clark County, Washington, 2019–2019" in this week's MMWR
IAC Spotlight! IAC's newly updated "Talking about Vaccines: Autism" web page on immunize.org provides an extensive range of resources to help you respond to concerns about vaccines and autism
Vaccine Information Statements
IAC posts revised translation of MMR VIS in Simplified Chinese
Featured Resources
Video on vaccines from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has generated over 4 million views since May 12
National Public Health Information Coalition publishes article titled "These Moms Warn What Measles May Do to Your Baby"
Immunization Techniques video on vaccine administration from the California Department of Public Health remains available online for free and as DVD
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
May's Parents PACK newsletter from Vaccine Education Center features video discussing limitations of blood tests in determining immunity
Education and Training
Webinar on strategies for building school immunization rates, hosted by state of Washington organizations, scheduled for June 4
Weekly CDC webinar series on "The Pink Book" chapter topics runs June 5 through September 25; register now
Conferences and Meetings
Immunize Oregon to hold 2019 Northwest Immunization Conference on August 13–15 in Portland; early registration open
IAC Express Issue 1425
May 15, 2019
Top Stories
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 839 with 75 new cases reported since last week
Three close family members of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publish an editorial decrying his promotion of vaccine misinformation
IAC Spotlight: IAC's "Talking about Vaccines" web page about MMR vaccination has been updated
CDC reports that hepatitis A cases have increased almost 300% from 2016–18, mostly related to widespread nationwide outbreaks among people reporting drug use or homelessness
"Ask the Experts: Zoster (shingles)" web page recently updated
 
New podcast series from NPR radio affiliate explores the history of vaccine innovation and success alongside the spread of vaccine misinformation
Influenza activity continues to decrease but 5 additional pediatric deaths still reported
April's Technically Speaking column by IAC executive director Dr. Deborah Wexler is titled "Refresher! Use of Pneumococcal Vaccines in Infants and Children, as Well as in Children with Health Conditions"
Voices for Vaccines releases new podcast episode about National Infant Immunization Week and the measles outbreak
IAC Handouts
IAC updates "MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism. Examine the evidence!" with additional study
IAC revises "Reliable Sources of Immunization Information: Where Parents Can Go to Find Answers!"
IAC revises resource for healthcare professionals titled "Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine Recommendations by Age and Risk Factor"
Official Releases and Announcements
CDC publishes announcement about Hepatitis Awareness Month and Testing Day
World News
WHO reports that 34,300 cases of measles were recorded in European region in the first two months of 2019, triple the number of cases in the same period last year
Gavi announces that inactivated polio vaccine has been introduced in all countries worldwide
Featured Resources
AAFP and STFM offer free Shots Immunizations app updated with the 2019 schedules
Hepatitis B Foundation publishes report on the need to increase hepatitis B awareness and prevention in the nail salon workforce
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Education and Training
Reminder: "A Strategic Response to Hepatitis A Outbreak: From the Big Picture to the Nitty Gritty" webinar to be held May 22
CDC to host webinar on May 29 titled "Adolescent Vaccines: How Pharmacists Can Make Strong Recommendations and Referrals"
Conferences and Meetings
Draft agenda for June ACIP meeting now available
Reminder: Abstracts for National Conference for Immunization Coalitions and Partnerships due by May 20
IAC Express Issue 1424
May 8, 2019
Top Stories
Following the MMWR Early Release last week of an article on the increase in U.S. measles cases, CDC published the same article in the current issue of MMWR
Total measles cases in the U.S. for 2019 climb to 764 with 60 new cases reported since last week
CDC's measles outbreak digital toolkits with resources for healthcare providers and local/state health departments now available
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month; promote hepatitis awareness and prepare for May 19, national Hepatitis Testing Day
FDA announces approval of Dengvaxia (Sanofi Pasteur) for prevention of dengue disease in endemic regions
IAC Spotlight! Just in case you missed them—these IAC materials and web pages were updated during March and April
"Ask the Experts: Meningococcal ACWY" web page recently updated
Influenza activity has continued to decrease but remains elevated; 5 additional pediatric deaths reported
IAC Handouts
IAC updates its resource for healthcare professionals titled "Don't Be Guilty of These Preventable Errors in Vaccine Administration!"
IAC updates its handout for patients titled "Vaccination for Adults without a Spleen"
IAC revises its handout for adults titled "Vaccinations for Adults with Chronic Liver Disease or Infection"
IAC revises its resource for healthcare professionals titled "Quick Chart of Vaccine-Preventable Disease Terms in Multiple Languages"
Vaccine Information Statements
IAC posts new Hindi translations of the DTaP, pneumococcal conjugate (PCV13), and typhoid VISs
IAC posts updated Nepali and Oromo translations of the hepatitis B VIS
Updated Amharic, Karen, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, and Oromo translations of the MenACWY VIS now available
IAC posts new or updated Karen, Oromo, and Tigrinya translations of the DTaP VIS
World News
UNICEF press release states 20 million children annually missed first dose of measles vaccine in past 8 years, contributing to global outbreaks
CDC and WHO report on progress toward measles elimination in the European region, 2009–2018, in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Record, respectively
Featured Resources
National Public Health Information Coalition releases new Measles Communication Resources website
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
Check out CDC's "#HowIRecommend HPV Vaccination Video Series" web page with peer-to-peer advice from nurse practitioners and other practicing clinicians on effectively recommending HPV vaccines
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
April issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
CDC publishes "University-Based Outbreaks of Meningococcal Disease Caused by Serogroup B, United States, 2013–2018" in the March issue of Emerging Infectious Diseases
Viewpoint article titled "The Physician-Scientist: Defending Vaccines and Combating Antiscience" by Dr. Peter Hotez published by The Journal of Clinical Investigation
Education and Training
NACCHO webinar on strategic responses to hepatitis A outbreaks scheduled for May 22
IAC Express Issue 1423
May 1, 2019
Top Stories
CDC issues an MMWR Early Release on measles cases and holds a media briefing on multi-state measles outbreak as number of cases increases
Measles cases in the U.S. hit a new record; CDC and HHS issue statements that measles cases are now the highest since the disease was eliminated in 2000
AAP urges tougher vaccination laws as measles cases hit new high
FDA issues statement about MMR vaccine safety and efficacy; urges public to get timely vaccinations
Opinion piece by former first lady Rosalynn Carter about disinformation as the new barrier to measles vaccination published in USA Today
It's National Infant Immunization Week; CDC names Childhood Immunization Champion Award winners
CDC states current flu season is the longest in a decade; influenza activity decreased again this week but remains elevated
IAC Spotlight! Visit IAC's updated "Vaccines" web section for information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia creates new web section on the human immune system
WHO issues report on vaccine safety communication
ShotByShot.org adds "Dash's Story" to its collection of stories about people with vaccine-preventable diseases
IAC Handouts
IAC updates its popular "Summary of Recommendations for Child/Teen Immunization" and "Summary of Recommendations for Adult Immunization"
World News
UNICEF launches #VaccinesWork campaign to inspire support for vaccines and highlight social norms
WHO issues press release about landmark malaria vaccine campaign to be launched in Malawi
UNICEF publishes article about the power of vaccines and unified efforts of doctors and parents to address the measles outbreak in Ukraine
Featured Resources
Still available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
Families Fighting Flu launches expanded website to inform different audiences about flu and flu vaccines
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia publishes April issue of its newsletter Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals
Dr. Anthony Fauci and colleagues issue perspective article titled "Measles in 2019—Going Backward" in the New England Journal of Medicine
Education and Training
CDC offers archived webinar titled "#HowIRecommend Flu Vaccine: How to Make Recommendations that Matter to Patients"
Register now: Dr. L.J Tan, IAC's chief strategy officer, will present a webinar on the standards of adult immunization practice on May 7
CDC offers May 29 webinar on how pharmacists can promote HPV vaccination
April 2019 Back to top
IAC Express Issue 1422
April 24, 2019
Top Stories
Total number of U.S. measles cases for 2019 climbs to 626 with 71 new cases reported since last week
Dr. Paul Offit discusses measles and MMR vaccination in CNN interview
Reminder! National Infant Immunization Week is April 27–May 4; many resources available to help you plan activities
CDC publishes report on the number of cases of high-grade cervical lesions diagnosed among women; reduction in cases demonstrates impact of the HPV vaccination program
Influenza activity decreased again this week but remains elevated; CDC reports an estimate of up to 57,300 influenza-related deaths so far this season
IAC Spotlight! The "Favorites" tab at the top of every page on immunize.org brings you to 18 of the most popular web sections on IAC's website
IAC enrolls 6 new birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; 11 previously honored institutions qualify for additional years' honors
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
World News
WHO reports that measles cases increased 300% in the first three months of 2019 compared to the first three months of 2018
World Immunization Week is the last week of April; read about heroic efforts around the world to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases
Featured Resources
Vaccine Education Center updates its "Vaccines and Autism: What You Should Know" Q&A sheet
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Education and Training
"There's an App for That: Increasing HPV Vaccination Rates" webinar scheduled for May 21
IAC Express Issue 1421
April 17, 2019
Top Stories
Total U.S. measles cases for 2019 climb to 555 this week with 90 new cases reported since last week; CDC issues important measles outbreak information to its partners
New York City's health commissioner declares measles emergency, requiring vaccinations in parts of Brooklyn
IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Talking About Vaccines: Religious Concerns" web page contains a wide variety of resources to help you answer questions from parents and patients who have religious concerns about immunization
Vaxopedia website releases new post titled "Which Measles Records Will We Break This Year?"
Reminder! National Infant Immunization Week is April 27–May 4; many resources available to help you plan activities
Influenza activity decreased this week but remains elevated; CDC reports an estimate of up to 50,900 influenza-related deaths so far this season
Five healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month; promote hepatitis awareness by using #HepAware19
Join the Meningitis B Action Project in a Day of Action against Meningitis B on April 24
Voices for Vaccines releases new podcast episode titled "Ethan Lindenberger, the Internet, and Teen Advocacy"
Polio worker killed in Mohmand, Pakistan; reports of other workers killed
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
IAC Handouts
IAC updates "Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib): Questions and Answers" handout
IAC updates its patient handout, "Vaccines Work!"
Official Releases and Announcements
NIH issues news release announcing the first-in-human trial of a universal influenza vaccine candidate
World News
Sudan launches large-scale vaccination campaign to immunize over 11 million children against measles and polio
Featured Resources
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
CDC publishes "Notes from the Field: Acute Hepatitis A Virus Infection Among Previously Vaccinated Persons with HIV Infection: Implications for Postexposure Prophylaxis—Tennessee, 2018" in this week's MMWR
CDC publishes "Notes from the Field: Hepatitis A Outbreak Associated with Drug Use and Homelessness—West Virginia, 2018" in this week's MMWR
Education and Training
NACCHO and partner organizations offer May 1 webinar on perinatal hepatitis B prevention
Conferences and Meetings
Registration open for June 26–27, 2019 ACIP meeting
2019 National Conference for Immunization Coalitions and Partnerships scheduled for November 13–15 in Honolulu; presentation and poster abstract deadline is May 20
IAC Express Issue 1420
April 10, 2019
Top Stories
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
Total U.S. measles cases for 2019 climb to 465 this week—largest weekly increase in case numbers this year
March's Technically Speaking column by IAC executive director Dr. Deborah Wexler is titled "With Measles 'Breaking Out' All Over the United States, Here Are Some Good Educational Resources"
Dr. Paul Offit responds to mumps outbreaks with Medscape commentary titled "What Will It Take to Eradicate Mumps?"
Reminder! National Infant Immunization Week is April 27–May 4; many resources available to help you plan activities
Influenza activity decreased this week but remains elevated; CDC reports an estimate of up to 50,900 influenza-related deaths so far this season
IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Clinic Tools: Scheduling Vaccines" web page contains a wide variety of educational materials to help you vaccinate your patients on schedule and "catch-up" those who are behind
World News
Global spread of measles surging, with widespread outbreaks in 10 countries
Following a cyclone in Mozambique, 1,500 cases of cholera have occurred; WHO, UNICEF, and partners begin cholera vaccination campaign with 900,000 doses
CDC and WHO report on "Tracking Progress Toward Polio Eradication—Worldwide, 2017–2018" in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Record, respectively
WHO reports on "Epidemic Meningitis Control in Countries in the African Meningitis Belt, 2018" in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Study published in the BMJ finds routine HPV vaccination of girls aged 12–13 led to dramatic reduction of preinvasive cervical disease
Education and Training
CDC updates "You Call the Shots" module on MMR; free CE credit available
Registration is open for the Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases ("The Pink Book") course in Atlanta, May 28–30
IAC Express Issue 1419
April 3, 2019
Top Stories
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
CDC issues Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory due to the widespread continuation of influenza along with an increase in influenza A(H3N2) activity
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports an estimate of up to 46,800 influenza-related deaths so far this season
National Infant Immunization Week, celebrating its 25th anniversary, to be held April 27–May 4; newly launched 2019 digital media toolkit available now
73 more cases of measles reported by CDC this week, bringing the reported total of U.S. measles cases this year to 387, which surpasses the 12-month total for 2018
New York's Rockland County declares state of emergency for measles and bars unvaccinated children and teens from public places
Philadelphia Department of Public Health issues health alert following mumps outbreak of 106 cases at Temple University; Temple holds large-scale campaign to vaccinate students
IAC Spotlight! Visit IAC's newly updated Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) web section for VISs in up to 50 languages, as well as information about their use
IAC Handouts
IAC posts revised "Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Vaccines for Children and Teens" and "Screening Checklist for Contraindications to Vaccines for Adults"
IAC updates "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines" and "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines in Adults"
Vaccine Information Statements
IAC updates Thai translation of the DTaP VIS
IAC posts new Punjabi translation of the PPSV VIS
World News
WHO publishes "Addendum to the 'Recommended Composition of Influenza Virus Vaccines for Use in the 2019–2020 Northern Hemisphere Influenza Season'" in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
Vaxopedia website releases new post titled "Who's Who in the Anti-Vaccine Movement—2019 Edition"
GW Public Health Online posts resources with visuals on the history of measles in the U.S. and on the development of vaccines
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
March issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia publishes March issue of its newsletter Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals
CDC publishes "Imported Toxin-Producing Cutaneous Diphtheria—Minnesota, Washington, and New Mexico, 2015–2018" in this week's MMWR
The journal Vaccine publishes "It's Not All about Autism: The Emerging Landscape of Anti-Vaccination Sentiment on Facebook"
March 2019 Back to top
IAC Express Issue 1418
March 27, 2019
Top Stories
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
CDC issues a Health Alert Network (HAN) advisory due to widespread outbreaks of hepatitis A among people who use drugs and people experiencing homelessness
Elimination of non-medical vaccine exemptions ranked the top priority at AAP's Annual Leadership Forum
CDC director and other officials write New York Times opinion piece titled "This Is the Truth About Vaccines"
New York Times Opinion releases a short video titled "Fool House Rock: How Measles Is Making a Comeback"
AMA writes Facebook, Pinterest, Amazon, Google, YouTube, and Twitter executives about their management of misleading anti-vaccine content
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports 8 additional pediatric deaths from influenza in the U.S.
AAP News reports AAP will have no flu vaccine preference in 2019–20 season
Ask the Experts Q&A web page titled Storage and Handling recently updated
IAC Spotlight! Three healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
IAC enrolls 5 new birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; 13 honored institutions qualify for additional years' honors
Official Releases and Announcements
WHO publishes final recommendations for the composition of influenza virus vaccines for the 2019–20 northern hemisphere influenza season
World News
Italy reinstates law for mandatory vaccination for schoolchildren; parents who don't vaccinate are subject to fines and many children not allowed to attend school
Featured Resources
CDC launches third video in its new animated video series for parents, "How Vaccines Work"
ACOG offers new toolkit: Optimizing Immunization Programs in Obstetric-Gynecologic Practices
Jimmy Kimmel Live segment from 2015 on the anti-vaccine movement still packs a punch
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Jezebel investigates questionable financial practices of autism "charity" Generation Rescue
Policies for Action publishes article on the recent measles outbreaks and state exemption rates and policies
Education and Training
Reminder: Vaccine Education Center's Current Issues in Vaccines webinar scheduled for April 3
"Preventing HPV Cancers through Health Systems: A Tale from Three Systems" webinar scheduled for April 10
NFID offers April 25 webinar on improving healthcare personnel immunization rates
Webinar about affordable ways to improve HPV vaccination quality set for April 30
IAC Express Special Edition - Shop IAC: Issue 1417
March 21, 2019
CHECK OUT THESE ITEMS FROM SHOP IAC
New! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today! Bulk purchase prices available.
Now's a great time to place an order for IAC's personal patient record cards and the Immunization Techniques DVD. For greater discounts, make bulk purchases!
IAC Express Issue 1416
March 20, 2019
Top Stories
Available now! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2019 U.S. child/adolescent immunization schedule and the 2019 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order them for your exam rooms today!
CDC's latest update on 2019 U.S. measles cases shows preliminary estimate of 228 cases across 12 states as of March 7
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports an estimate of up to 35,500 influenza-related deaths so far this season
Voices for Vaccines releases new podcast episode on updates from the February ACIP meeting and March 5 U.S. Senate HELP committee hearing on vaccine-preventable outbreaks
IAC Handouts
IAC revises handout for parents titled "Questions Parents Ask about Vaccinations for Babies"
Vaccine Information Statements
IAC posts new Hindi translations of the Hib, polio, and rotavirus VISs
IAC updates Burmese translations of the DTaP and MenACWY VISs
IAC posts corrected Nepali translations of seven VISs
World News
WHO releases "Global Influenza Strategy for 2019–2030"
WHO publishes report on the International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision and its impact in 2018 in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia "Vaccine Safety References" web section now easier to find
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Journal of Pediatrics publishes assessment of state-specific HPV vaccination among male adolescents in relation to provider recommendation
March's Parents PACK newsletter from Vaccine Education Center includes tips for talking about vaccines when you disagree with a relative
CDC publishes "Resurgence of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in Venezuela as a Regional Public Health Threat in the Americas" in the April issue of Emerging Infectious Diseases
Education and Training
CDC offers webinar titled "HPV Vaccine: What You Need to Know" on Thursday, March 21 as part of its Prevention Works webinar series
APHA Men's Health Caucus to host webinar titled "Perceptions of HPV Prevention in Men and Boys" on March 28
IAC Express Issue 1415
March 13, 2019
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U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) holds hearing: "Vaccines Save Lives: What Is Driving Preventable Disease Outbreaks?"
U.S. Representative Adam Schiff (California) receives official responses from Facebook and Google regarding his letter about anti-vaccine misinformation
AAP president urges tech companies to combat vaccine misinformation online
Facebook taking steps to stop vaccine misinformation
Dr. Paul Offit responds to measles outbreaks with opinion piece titled "Facebook, Twitter are blocking dangerous antivaccine posts. It's about time."
A nationwide cohort study published in Annals of Internal Medicine finds MMR vaccine is not linked to autism; adds to body of evidence confirming MMR vaccine safety
IAC Spotlight! Find a comprehensive range of valuable measles information and ready-to-print materials for patients and staff on IAC's website
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's presidents highlight facts on vaccine safety in light of measles outbreaks
February's Technically Speaking column by IAC executive director Dr. Deborah Wexler is titled "Questions about Proper Vaccine Storage and Handling? CDC's Redesigned Toolkit Has Answers!"
CDC publishes "Notes from the Field: Tetanus in an Unvaccinated Child—Oregon, 2017" in this week's MMWR
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports 8 additional pediatric deaths from influenza in the U.S.
IAC Handouts
IAC updates "Standing Orders for Administering Hepatitis A Vaccine to Adults"
IAC updates "Supplies You May Need at an Immunization Clinic"
World News
UNICEF warns that global surge of measles cases is a growing threat to children
CDC and WHO publish "Update on Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus Outbreaks—Democratic Republic of the Congo and Horn of Africa, 2017–2018" in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Record, respectively
Featured Resources
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Education and Training
Colorado Children's Immunization Coalition to offer March 20 webinar on hepatitis B in immigrant populations
IAC Express Issue 1414
March 6, 2019
Top Stories
CDC requests healthcare providers' help in containing measles outbreaks; 159 measles cases from 10 states reported
CDC's Travelers' Health Update publishes information for clinicians and the public about measles prevention during international travel
CDC publishes report on measles outbreak in era of stricter immunization requirements in California
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports 15 additional pediatric deaths from influenza in the U.S.
IAC provides a summary article about votes taken at February 26–27 ACIP meeting
IAC Spotlight! IAC creates separate web page for its print materials related to vaccine contraindications and precautions
Ask the Experts Q&A web page titled Vaccine Administration recently updated
Pinterest, YouTube, and Amazon make changes to counter vaccine misinformation
Vaccine Information Statements
New or updated Bengali, Haitian Creole, Italian, Polish, Urdu, and Yiddish translations of the DTaP and MenACWY VISs now available
IAC posts Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean translations of the rotavirus VIS
IAC posts Indonesian-language version of the hepatitis B VIS
World News
CDC and WHO report on progress toward hepatitis B control, including perinatal transmission, in the Western Pacific Region
Featured Resources
CDC updates its job aids that help providers properly catch up children who are behind schedule with PCV13, Hib, DTaP, and Tdap
Reminder: "65+ Flu Defense" website features information and resources for healthcare professionals serving adults age 65 and older
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
February issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia publishes February issue of its newsletter Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals
Clinical Infectious Diseases publishes article titled "Principal Controversies in Vaccine Safety in the United States"
Education and Training
CDC to offer March 13 webinar about the changes in the 2019 child/teen and adult immunization schedules
National Infant Immunization Week scheduled for April 27–May 4; CDC to offer related planning webinar on March 12
Vaccine Education Center plans Current Issues in Vaccines webinar on April 3
NACCHO and Hep B United to offer 3-part webinar series on local strategies to eliminate hepatitis B; first session scheduled for March 20
February 2019 Back to top
IAC Express Issue 1413
February 27, 2019
Top Stories
Measles outbreak continues in five states; 64 cases confirmed in Washington State
Influenza remains widespread across the nation; CDC reports 19,100 deaths so far this season so keep vaccinating your patients
IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Clinic Tools: Vaccine Storage and Handling" web page provides resources from IAC and CDC to help ensure you're doing everything you can to safeguard your vaccine supply
The 16 Vaccine campaign from the National Meningitis Association highlights the importance of the second dose of MenACWY at the 16-year-old checkup
CDC issues clinical guidance for providers during the Recombivax HB vaccine shortage
February is American Heart Month; patients with heart disease are at high risk of influenza complications
Six healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit soliciting nominations for its 2019 Immunization Excellence Awards; deadline extended to March 1
IAC Handouts
IAC updates "After the Shots…What to Do if Your Child Has Discomfort"
IAC updates its Spanish translation of "Keep Your Kids Safe—Get Them Vaccinated Every Fall or Winter!"
IAC updates its Spanish translation of "Should You Be Vaccinated Against Hepatitis A?"
IAC updates its Spanish translation of "Protect Yourself from Whooping Cough...Get Vaccinated!"
Official Releases and Announcements
WHO publishes "Recommended Composition of Influenza Virus Vaccines for Use in the 2019–2020 Northern Hemisphere Influenza Season"
WHO publishes position paper on pneumococcal conjugate vaccines in infants and children in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine creates new web page titled "Vaccines Are Safe"
CDC launches second video in its new animated video series for parents, "How Vaccines Work"
Vaxopedia website releases new post titled "A Legislative Guide to Advocating for Stronger Vaccine Laws"
Hepatitis B Foundation releases new #justB video titled "Heng's Story" to empower people affected by hepatitis B, raise awareness, and end stigma
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
Vaccine publishes study about Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries and predictors of vaccine receipt
Vaccine publishes study about provider time and costs to vaccinate adult patients
Education and Training
NFID offers webinar on March 19 at noon on updates from the February ACIP meeting
AAP hosts webinar titled "Spring 2019 HPV Vaccination Update: Supporting Your Office Efforts" scheduled for March 26
Conferences and Meetings
Wyoming Immunization Conference to be held May 21–22 in Casper
2019 Iowa Immunization Summit to be held June 19–20 in Altoona; "Pink Book" training scheduled for the first day
IAC Express Issue 1412
February 20, 2019
Top Stories
ACIP publishes recommendations for the use of hepatitis A vaccine for people experiencing homelessness
CDC provides update on influenza activity in the United States through February 2; influenza remains widespread so keep vaccinating your patients
CDC publishes interim estimates of the 2018–19 influenza vaccine effectiveness
The 25th anniversary of National Infant Immunization Week is in April
IAC Spotlight! Invite your colleagues to sign up for IAC Express with the new easy-to-access link on the top of every web page
CDC publishes study about university-based outbreaks of meningococcal disease caused by serogroup B
IAC enrolls 13 new birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; 19 previously honored institutions qualify for additional years' honors
Voices for Vaccines releases two podcasts: one about HPV vaccination and a second about a new conspiracy theory
Official Releases and Announcements
HHS proposes new rules to improve the interoperability of health information
World News
Measles killed 72 children and adults in WHO's European Region in 2018
WHO reports on meetings of two influenza working groups in this week's Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
Reminder: New "65+ Flu Defense" website features information and resources for healthcare professionals serving adults age 65 and older
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
February's Parents PACK newsletter from the Vaccine Education Center includes article on the importance of understanding the latest scientific information in its historical context
CDC publishes study of the 2017–18 influenza season severity in Minnesota and Utah
Conferences and Meetings
Tune in to CDC's ACIP meeting February 27–28 (Wednesday and Thursday) via live webcast
American Immunization Registry Association 2019 meeting to be held August 13–15 in Indianapolis
IAC Express Issue 1411
February 13, 2019
Top Stories
MMWR publishes "ACIP Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children and Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger—U.S., 2019"
MMWR publishes "ACIP Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults Aged 19 Years or Older—U.S., 2019"
CDC redesigns its "Immunization Schedules" web section to provide easier access to information and schedule-related resources
Measles outbreak continues in Washington State; 53 cases confirmed
U.S. Surgeon General featured in video on the importance of getting vaccinated to protect yourself and others against measles
Dr. Paul Offit responds to measles outbreaks with Medscape commentary titled "Measles: Will It Take a Death to Get Kids Vaccinated?"
Influenza remains widespread; CDC reports 4 additional pediatric deaths from influenza in the U.S.
IAC Spotlight! Six new "Handouts" categories developed, making IAC's ready-to-print educational materials even easier to locate
Vaccinate Your Family releases special report on the state of our nation's "ImmUnion" and shares it with members of Congress
January's Technically Speaking column by IAC executive director Dr. Deborah Wexler is titled "Want to Avoid Vaccination Errors? These Print Materials and Slide Sets Will Help You!"
Nominations deadline for the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit Excellence Awards is February 15
IAC Handouts
IAC updates its patient handout titled "Vaccines Work: CDC Statistics Demonstrate Dramatic Declines in Vaccine-Preventable Diseases"
Official Releases and Announcements
American Pharmacists Association issues revised guidelines for pharmacy-based immunization advocacy and administration
Featured Resources
American College of Physicians presents videos providing an overview of the 2019 adult vaccine recommendations
IAC's 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide, describes how to implement adult vaccination services in your healthcare setting and provides a review for staff who already vaccinate adults; IAC Guide available for free download
Journal Articles and Newsletters
CDC and WHO report on vaccine-derived poliovirus in Papua, New Guinea, in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Record, respectively
Education and Training
CDC web page provides recent updates to "The Pink Book" chapters and appendices
MMWR and Medscape offer free continuing education activity titled "Update: Recommendations of the ACIP for Use of Hepatitis A Vaccine for Postexposure Prophylaxis and for Preexposure Prophylaxis for International Travel"
Immunize Nevada hosts webinar titled "Social Networking for Disease Prevention" scheduled for February 20; CEU available
HepB United offers webinar on February 21 titled "Hepatitis B: Dispelling Myths and Misconceptions—Focus on Transmission and Prevention"
Conferences and Meetings
Reminder: 2019 Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research, April 3–5 in