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Issue 1184: May 26, 2015

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IAC Express: Issue 1184
May 26, 2015
Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Can MMR, varicella, and hepatitis A vaccines be given to a child whose mother is hepatitis C…read more
Top Stories
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Reminder: May issue of Needle Tips available online
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New: 13th edition of CDC's "Pink Book" now available to order or download
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American Academy of Pediatrics releases its Red Book: 2015 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases
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Presentations from the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit now available online
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IAC Spotlight! Eleven healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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IAC enrolls three more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; one previously honored institution qualifies for a second year
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention releases new strategic plan
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center develops Pinterest boards on common vaccine-related topics and concerns
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC makes available The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on Tdap vaccine coverage among mothers of infants born September–December, 2011, in 17 jurisdictions
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CDC and WHO report on worldwide polio eradication in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Report, respectively
Education and Training
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CDC's "HPV Vaccine Recommendation Update" webinar now available online
Conferences and Meetings
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West Virginia Immunization Network to hold its sixth annual Immunization Summit on June 16–17

Issue 1183: May 19, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: For an adult who experienced probable thrombocytopenic purpura after one…read more
Top Stories
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New! May issue of Needle Tips is now online
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The National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit announces 2015 Immunization Excellence Award winners
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IAC Spotlight! Need help responding to vaccine-hesitant parents? Visit IAC’s redesigned “Talking about Vaccines” web section for practical tips and key resources
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CDC releases hepatitis A travel advisory for travelers to Tulum, Mexico
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC makes available The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
IAC Handouts
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IAC corrects an error of omission in its "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines"
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IAC revises its handout for parents and patients, "Tips for Locating Old Immunization Records"
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center releases suite of videos for parents
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PKIDs offers collection of resources about meningococcal disease
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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Review published in Pediatrics highlights the importance of Tdap vaccination during pregnancy
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New study finds that current vaccines will reduce most HPV-associated cancers; the new 9-valent vaccine will contribute to an additional reduction
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CDC publishes two articles about Ebola in MMWR
Education and Training
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White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Hep B United, and the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable to sponsor May 21 webinar on hepatitis and the Affordable Care Act

Issue 1182: May 12, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: How effective are the current pertussis vaccines and do they provide any protection…read more
Top Stories
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CDC announces Hepatitis Awareness Month and National Hepatitis Testing Day
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CDC NetConference scheduled for May 20; topics will be HPV vaccination and vaccine administration errors reported to VAERS
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC makes available The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC's Travelers' Health publishes alert about Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia
World News
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New report finds global rabies burden is considerably higher than previous estimates: 59,000 people die every year from rabies
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WHO issues update regarding the international spread of wild poliovirus following its fifth emergency committee meeting
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on Hispanic health
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Study shows quadrivalent HPV vaccine provides early benefit in adolescent girls
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CDC publishes article about possible sexual transmission of Ebola virus; previously published as an MMWR Early Release
Education and Training
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The College of Physicians of Philadelphia to offer free panel discussion on May 14 on vaccination exemption laws
Conferences and Meetings
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Idaho Immunization Summit to be held September 21

Issue 1181: May 5, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A 60 year-old patient will be starting corticosteroid therapy. He will start at 20 mg per…read more
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The Pan American Health Organization declares rubella eliminated in the Americas
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IAC Spotlight! Online listing provides easy access to the entire catalog of IAC's handouts for patients and staff
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Public Health Law Program releases a summary of state statutes and regulations regarding school vaccines
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC is selling The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' May 19 conference call featuring Tara Haelle on journalism and vaccines
IAC Handouts
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IAC and ACOG update their "Vaccinations for Pregnant Women" patient handout
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IAC updates "Hepatitis B and Healthcare Personnel," a CDC-answered Q&A about hepatitis B vaccination, testing, and pre- and post-exposure management of HCP
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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"
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO issues position paper on hepatitis E vaccine
World News
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UNICEF announces five immunization campaigns in Syria, Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Sudan
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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April issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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Journal of Adolescent Health publishes supplement on adolescent vaccination
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CDC publishes report of laboratory-acquired vaccinia virus infection
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CDC publishes MMWR Early Release about possible sexual transmission of the Ebola virus
Education and Training
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Within Reach and Washington State Department of Health offer new free online course about promoting HPV vaccination with CE credit

Issue 1180: April 28, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: If MMR vaccine is given at 9 months of age, it will not count as the first dose. Is this…read more
Top Stories
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CDC releases Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine Information Statement
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IAC Spotlight! Twenty-six healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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FDA finds no association between venous thromboembolism and Gardasil vaccination in large “Sentinel" study
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC is selling The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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Medscape offers new module about how to recommend vaccination to adult patients
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its "Questions and Answers" handouts about Hib, measles, and polio
World News
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World Immunization Week to be celebrated April 24–30
Featured Resources
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NACCHO publishes guide to HPV resources for local health departments
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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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New study confirms lack of connection between MMR vaccination and development of autism
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CDC reports on polio eradication progress worldwide
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WHO publishes reports about polio and acute flaccid paralysis surveillance
Education and Training
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CDC, ACOG, and AAP to sponsor April 30 webinar on improving HPV vaccination rates

Issue 1179: April 21, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I have heard concerns from individuals who are undergoing chemotherapy about…read more
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It's National Infant Immunization Week and CDC names Childhood Immunization Champion Award winners
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CDC releases interim HPV Gardasil-9 Vaccine Information Statement
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CDC releases final edition of Rotavirus Vaccine Information Statement
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World Meningitis Day is April 24
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IAC Spotlight! During National Infant Immunization Week and beyond, refer parents to IAC's website for the general public: www.vaccineinformation.org
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IAC enrolls six more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; one previously honored institution qualifies for a second year and another qualifies for a third year
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CDC publishes report on measles in the U.S. from January 4–April 2; more than 80 percent of measles cases occurred among unvaccinated/unknown status
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC is selling The Vaccine Handbook, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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American Academy of Pediatrics recruiting primary care office staff for an online survey about vaccine administration practices
Official Releases and Announcements
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African Union and U.S. CDC partner to launch African CDC
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CDC begins Ebola vaccine trial in Sierra Leone
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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CDC reports on Ebola transmission linked to a traditional funeral ceremony in Guinea
Education and Training
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CDC's Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases course in Tacoma, Washington, on September 16–17

Issue 1178: April 14, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: In regard to the current measles outbreak, some people are saying that children who have not had the vaccine should pose no threat…read more
Top Stories
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National Infant Immunization Week starts on April 18! CDC publishes related announcement in MMWR
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CDC reports on decrease in laboratory detection of rotavirus after implementation of routine vaccination
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IAC Spotlight! Make copies of IAC's parent handouts about infant immunization for use during National Infant Immunization Week and beyond
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National Vaccine Advisory Committee requests comments on its draft report and recommendations for addressing vaccine confidence in the United States
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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IAC promotes The Vaccine Handbook, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' April 21 conference call to share input on what inspires you to promote immunization
Official Releases and Announcements
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May is Hepatitis Awareness Month; May 19 is Hepatitis Testing Day
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center releases fact sheet on vaccines and allergies
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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 and WHO report on measles elimination progress in the Philippines in this week's MMWR and Weekly Epidemiological Report, respectively
Education and Training
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Michigan to sponsor CDC's Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases course on June 16–17

Issue 1177: April 7, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: If an infant got a dose of the adult formulation of hepatitis B vaccine in error, should…read more
Top Stories
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CDC releases final edition of Hib Vaccine Information Statement
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IAC Spotlight! IAC promotes The Vaccine Handbook, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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Reminder: National Infant Immunization Week is April 18–25; many resources available from CDC
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
IAC Handouts
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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"
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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March issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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Study evaluates efficacy of PCV13 against pneumococcal community-acquired pneumonia in adults age 65 years and older
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Study estimates deaths averted by influenza vaccination in the U.S.
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CDC provides update on progress in electronic reporting of laboratory results to public health agencies
Education and Training
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NFID offers archived webinar on the role of serogroup B vaccines in preventing meningitis outbreaks
Conferences and Meetings
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Archived video broadcast of the February 2015 ACIP meeting now available

Issue 1176: April 2, 2015

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Pneumococcal Vaccines
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Q: We have a healthy 78-year-old female patient who received PCV13 (Prevnar13, Pfizer), then received PPSV23 (Pneumovax 23, Merck) approximately 5 weeks later. She had not received PPSV23 previously. Is the PPSV23 dose valid, or does it need to be repeated?
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Q: Why is it recommended to give PCV13 before PPSV23 to adults age 65 years and older? Wouldn’t PPSV23 protect them against ten additional strains of the pneumococcal virus?
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Q: Rather than giving PCV13 first and waiting 8 weeks to give PPSV23 as recommended for an immunocompromised child (2 years or older) or adult patient, we inadvertently gave both vaccines at the same visit. We are looking for guidance.
Combination Vaccines
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Q: A dose of Kinrix (DTaP-IPV; GlaxoSmithKline) was inadvertently given to a 4-month-old in our practice who needed DTaP and IPV. Can this dose be considered valid?
Scheduling Vaccines
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Q: Two live virus vaccines can be given on the same day. How do you define “day”?
Administering Vaccines
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Q: I recently had a patient ask if we could administer her baby's rotavirus vaccine in her pumped breast milk. Would this be acceptable?
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Q: One of our young patients made it impossible to administer the second part of the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV; FluMist) dose. What should we do?
Vaccine Recommendations
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Q: Does ACIP have any special recommendations regarding immunization in unimmunized children with celiac disease?
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Q: What vaccines should I administer to an infant who will be traveling internationally?

Issue 1175: March 31, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I have a female patient who has a history of immune thrombocytopenia and had a…read more
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CDC publishes ACIP recommendations for use of 9-valent HPV vaccine in MMWR
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CDC publishes new ACIP recommendations for typhoid vaccination in MMWR
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IAC Spotlight! IAC promotes The Vaccine Handbook, a.k.a. "The Purple Book," by Dr. Gary Marshall
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FDA approves Quadracel, a new combination DTaP+IPV vaccine for use in children age 4–6 years
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CDC releases final editions of Vaccine Information Statements for Td and Tdap Vaccines
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Institute for Safe Medication Practices provides recommendations to reduce the risk of vaccine errors
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Reminder! CDC's webinar on updated HPV vaccination recommendations rescheduled for April 3
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its vaccination checklist for adults: "Do I Need Any Vaccinations Today?"
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IAC revises its algorithm handout: "Pre-exposure Management for Healthcare Personnel with a Documented Hepatitis B Vaccine Series Who Have Not Had Post-vaccination Serologic Testing"
Official Releases and Announcements
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World Immunization Week scheduled for April 24–30
Featured Resources
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CDC releases new measles resources for Spanish speakers
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Influenza is serious; vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone, so please keep vaccinating your patients

Issue 1174: March 26, 2015

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Measles Disease
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Q: What are the signs and symptoms healthcare providers should look for in diagnosing measles?
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Q: How long does it take to show signs of measles after being exposed?
MMR Vaccine
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Q: Has ACIP made any new recommendations for use of MMR vaccine (Merck) because of the current multi-state outbreak of measles?
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Q: What is the earliest age at which I can give MMR to an infant who will be traveling internationally?
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Q: We have young adult patients in our practice at high risk for measles, including those going back to college, or preparing for international travel, who do not have a record of receiving MMR vaccine or having had measles disease. How should we manage these patients?
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Q: We have measles cases in our community. How can I best protect the young children in my practice?
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Q: What are the contraindications and precautions for MMR vaccine?
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Q: I have patients who 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: If you can give the second dose of MMR as early as 28 days after the first dose, why do we routinely wait until kindergarten entry to give the second dose?
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Q: Can I give MMR to a breastfeeding mother?
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Q: What is the recommended length of time a woman should wait after receiving MMR vaccine before becoming pregnant?
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Q: Can we give an MMR to a 15-month-old whose mother is pregnant?
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Q: What is the recommendation for MMR vaccine for healthcare personnel (HCP)?
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Q: Would you consider HCP with 2 documented doses of MMR vaccine to be immune even if their serology for 1 or more of the antigens comes back negative?
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Q: If a healthcare professional had a positive test for measles antibody more than 10 years ago, is it necessary to retest them now?
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Q: Can I give MMR to a child whose sibling is receiving chemotherapy for leukemia?
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Q: Is there any evidence that MMR causes autism?

Issue 1173: March 24, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I need information about the administration of vaccines to 3-month-old conjoined twins…read more
Top Stories
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Reminder: March issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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Oregon Health Authority confirms six cases of meningococcal serogroup B disease, including one death, at the University of Oregon since mid-January
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CDC launches Born with Protection vaccination campaign for National Infant Immunization Week
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IAC Spotlight! Ten healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Just published: Bad Faith: When Religious Belief Undermines Modern Medicine is the latest book by Dr. Paul Offit
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO publishes information on zoonotic influenza viruses and development of candidate vaccine viruses for pandemic preparedness
Featured Resources
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CDC releases new measles resources related to international travel
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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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Study published in JAMA indicates that low vaccination rates were likely the cause of Southern California measles outbreak
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CDC publishes report on fatal yellow fever vaccine-associated viscerotropic disease
Conferences and Meetings
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Southwest Florida Immunization Workshop to be held May 21

Issue 1172: March 19, 2015

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Top Stories
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 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 1171: March 17, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Can varicella vaccine be used as postexposure prophylaxis for a 9-month-old who…read more
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Reminder: March issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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Now available! IAC's sturdy laminated versions of the 2015 U.S. child/teen immunization schedule and the 2015 U.S. adult immunization schedule—order a supply for your healthcare setting today!
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Reminder: National Infant Immunization Week is April 18–25; many resources available from CDC
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IAC enrolls four more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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IAC Spotlight! "Like" IAC on Facebook and "follow" IAC on Twitter!
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FDA approves change in diluent storage temperature for Rotarix vaccine
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines" and "Guide to Contraindications and Precautions to Commonly Used Vaccines in Adults"
Official Releases
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WHO publishes guidelines for the prevention, care, and treatment of persons with chronic hepatitis B infection
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WHO publishes the recommended composition of influenza virus vaccines for use in the 2015–2016 northern hemisphere influenza season in its Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
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Updated chapter on measles released early online from the soon-to-be-published 2015 edition of the Red Book
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Organizations offer free educational materials about measles for healthcare professionals and patients
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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 reports on missed opportunities for tetanus postexposure prophylaxis

Issue 1170: March 10, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We have a 63-year-old patient who states she had tetanus as a child. She does not…read more
Top Stories
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New! March issue of Vaccinate Adults available online
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Reminder: March issue of Needle Tips available online
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IAC provides summary of February ACIP meeting votes on vaccine recommendations
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' March 20 conference call featuring Dr. Paul Offit
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CDC publishes report on current influenza activity in the United States
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Organizations offer free educational materials about measles for healthcare professionals and patients
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Reminder: Vaccine Education Center Current Issues in Vaccines webinar scheduled for March 18
IAC Handouts
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IAC revises "Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations"
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO announces composition of seasonal influenza vaccine for the 2015–2016 northern hemisphere influenza season: FDA endorses WHO's recommendation
Featured Resources
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Sign up to receive WHO's Vaccine Safety Net Newsletter
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Shot by Shot program releases new video that encourages adult influenza vaccination
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ReadyVax app from Emory University provides easy access to evidence-based information about vaccines
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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Pediatrics publishes article about physician response to parental requests to spread out the vaccine schedule
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CDC publishes article about Ebola detection and treatment
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration deadline for June 24–25 ACIP meeting is June 3 for non-U.S. citizens and June 10 for citizens
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Two conferences on vaccination planned for June in Annecy, France

Issue 1169: March 3, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A patient born in 1970 has a history of measles disease and is also immunosuppressed due to multiple…read more
Top Stories
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New! March issue of Needle Tips available online
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IAC featured in current issue of WHO's newsletter about reliable online vaccine safety websites
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ACIP reaffirms recommendation for annual influenza vaccination; states no preference for LAIV or IIV
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CDC releases 2015 immunization schedules app
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New CDC study highlights burden of pneumonia hospitalizations on U.S. children
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Reminder: National Infant Immunization Week is April 18–25; new resources available from CDC
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IAC Spotlight! U.S. Immunization Schedules web page offers quick access to child, teen, and adult guidance for 2015
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Vaccine Education Center plans March 18 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO issues updated position paper on Japanese encephalitis vaccines in the Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
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CDC posts new resources related to measles
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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February issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC reports on hepatitis C virus transmission during surgical procedures
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CDC publishes five articles about Ebola in Africa in MMWR
Education and Training
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CDC will host March 6 webinar on current HPV vaccine recommendations
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CDC updates its "You Call the Shots" module on general immunization recommendations
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Coursera offers free six-week course on vaccination, featuring Dr. Paul Offit
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The College of Physicians of Philadelphia to offer free lecture on March 12 titled "The Fantastic Laboratory: How an Arcane Vaccinology Protected the Innocent in a Desperate Place"

Issue 1168: February 24, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We received a call from a healthcare provider who inadvertently administered MMR…read more
Top Stories
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Reminder: Extensive collection of U.S. immunization facts and policy now available online at www.VaccineFactsandPolicy.org
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CDC NetConference scheduled for March 4; focus will be on the 2015 immunization schedules
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Watch live webcast of this week's February 25–26 ACIP meeting; final agenda now available
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IAC enrolls nine more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; seven previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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IAC Spotlight! "Apps for Immunization" web section on immunize.org
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Reminder: Deadline for National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit awards extended to March 1
IAC Handouts
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New! "HPV Vaccine: A Guide for Young Adults" provides answers to FAQs
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IAC updates "Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommendations for Children and Adults by Age and/or Risk Factor"
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IAC updates its adult handout titled "Protect yourself from pneumococcal disease...Get vaccinated!"
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IAC updates its "Vaccines Work!" chart of CDC's statistics on vaccine-preventable diseases
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC releases guidance for smallpox vaccine use in a post-event vaccination program
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WHO publishes updated guidance about the use of meningococcal A vaccine in the Weekly Epidemiological Record
Featured Resources
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CDC posts new resources related to measles
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on hepatitis A outbreak among adults with developmental disabilities in group homes
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CDC publishes article about California measles outbreak; previously published as an MMWR Early Release
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CDC publishes article about Ebola as an MMWR Early Release
Education and Training
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ACOG to sponsor March 4 webinar on HPV vaccination
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CDC to offer February 26 webinar on influenza in children
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Watch archived webinar sponsored by the LA County Department of Public Health titled "Measles Update: A Primer for Health Care Providers"
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Reminder: VICNetwork to offer March 4 webinar on protecting infants from pertussis

Issue 1167: February 17, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: How does being born before 1957 confer immunity to measles?…read more
Top Stories
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CDC publishes "Measles Outbreak—California, December 2014–February 2015" in a MMWR Early Release
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Experts provide valuable editorials and interviews during measles outbreak
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Voices for Vaccines provides resources for anyone who wants to promote vaccination
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Organizations offer free educational materials about measles for healthcare professionals and patients
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IAC Spotlight! Ten healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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Deadline for National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit awards extended to March 1
IAC Handouts
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IAC develops two new patient schedules for adults in risk groups for vaccination: "Vaccinations for Men Who Have Sex with Men" and "Vaccinations for Adults without a Spleen"
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IAC updates its suite of patient-friendly vaccination schedules for adults to align with recent ACIP recommendations for the use of both pneumococcal vaccines, PCV13 and PPSV23
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IAC updates three patient screening questionnaires related to hepatitis A and B vaccination and hepatitis C testing
Featured Resources
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Society of Teachers of Family Medicine releases 2015 versions of "Shots Immunizations" mobile app and "Shots Online" for PCs
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National Meningitis Association offers two PSAs that encourage parents to vaccinate their children against meningococcal disease
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes two articles about Ebola in MMWR
Education and Training
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VICNetwork offers March 4 webinar on protecting infants from pertussis
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CDC offers Public Health Grand Rounds webinar on global polio eradication
Conferences and Meetings
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Meeting minutes from October 2014 ACIP meeting now available; watch the February ACIP meeting webcast

Issue 1166: February 10, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: The Catch-Up Immunization Scheduler on the CDC Vaccines and Immunization website…read more
Top Stories
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Organizations attest to the importance of MMR vaccination
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AAP urges public officials to cite credible science when discussing measles
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CDC publishes details about the 2015 immunization schedules for children/teens and adults in the February 6 issue of MMWR
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Check out The Summit Buzz for a quick guide to the latest information on adult and influenza immunizations
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IAC Spotlight! During this measles outbreak, a reminder to use IAC’s free educational materials for healthcare professionals and patients; many available in other languages
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Final reminder: February 13 is the deadline for National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit excellence award nominations
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National Vaccine Program Office seeks public comment on a just-released draft of its National Adult Immunization Plan
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CDC publishes report on noninfluenza vaccination coverage among adults
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"
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IAC revises its staff education document titled "Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Haitian Creole and Portuguese translations of the pediatric multi-vaccine VIS
Official Releases and Announcements
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NFID publishes report on the impact of influenza vaccination requirements in day care facilities; offers related resources
Featured Resources
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NFID develops new resources to promote adult immunization, including a pneumococcal vaccination guide for providers
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on outbreaks of Avian Influenza A among birds in the United States
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CDC publishes two articles about Ebola
Conferences and Meetings
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WithinReach Washington to sponsor CDC's Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases course September 15–17 in Tacoma

Issue 1165: February 3, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Our patient is a 78-year-old female who received PCV13 (Prevnar13, Pfizer), then…read more
Top Stories
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2015 U.S. recommended immunization schedule for adults now available
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CDC updates the press on multi-state measles outbreak as number of cases increases
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Many resources available to help educate healthcare professionals and the public about measles
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CDC provides healthcare providers with new resources about using antivirals to treat patients with influenza
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Reminder: CDC requests nominations for its Childhood Immunization Champion Awards for every state
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Registration for the May National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit invitation-only meeting now open
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IAC Spotlight! Hundreds of images/photos about vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases are available for your use
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IAC enrolls eight more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; four previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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Reminder: Nominations are now open for the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit excellence awards; deadline is February 13
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Medical Management of Vaccine Reactions in Children and Teens"
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IAC updates "Administering Vaccines: Dose, Route, Site and Needle Size" and "Administering Vaccines to Adults: Dose, Route, Site and Needle Size"
IAC Web Sections
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IAC updates its state immunization laws and mandates section on immunize.org; up-to-date tables and maps are available for several vaccines, including new ones for rotavirus and HPV vaccines
Featured Resources
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Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations launches new website about people affected by hepatitis B
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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January issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes four articles about Ebola

Issue 1164: January 27, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A pediatric surgeon's 12-month-old child received the varicella vaccine and two…read more
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2015 U.S. recommended immunization schedules for birth through 18 years and "catch up" now available
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CDC's Health Alert Network issues a health advisory about a multi-state outbreak of measles linked to Disneyland
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California Department of Public Health confirms 59 cases of measles; issues health advisory
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CDC requests nominations for its Childhood Immunization Champion Awards
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FDA approves the use of Bexsero, the second vaccine licensed in the U.S. to prevent serogroup B meningococcal disease
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Twelve new videos added to the vaccineinformation.org video library; our searchable collection now numbers more than 180 videos about vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of immunization
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' February 17 conference call featuring journalist Andy Marso
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Reminder: Nominations are now open for the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit excellence awards; deadline is February 13
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates three influenza vaccination handouts for healthcare professionals
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO publishes report on latest meeting of the Global Vaccine Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety
Featured Resources
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California Department of Public Health develops handout on adult pneumococcal vaccine timing
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Photographer Anne Geddes features survivors of meningococcal disease in new exhibit
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on the contact investigation of a healthcare worker with pertussis
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CDC posts collection of journal articles about the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
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Pediatrics publishes article about geographic clusters of underimmunized children
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CDC publishes three articles about Ebola as MMWR Early Releases
Conferences and Meetings
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Agenda for February ACIP meeting available; watch the meeting online if you are unable to attend

Issue 1163: January 20, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: If Kinrix (DTaP-IPV, GlaxoSmithKline) is inadvertently given to a child age…read more
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CDC releases early estimates of seasonal influenza vaccine effectiveness
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IAC Spotlight! Twelve more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; nine previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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Nominations are now open for the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit excellence awards; deadline is February 13
IAC Handouts
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IAC revises the Spanish translations of its influenza vaccination screening checklists for contraindications and precautions
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC announces updates to the overseas immunization program for refugees bound for the United States
Featured Resources
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CDC adds new MMR module and updates two others in its "You Call the Shots" training course
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NFID offers HPV infographic to help improve HPV vaccination rates
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on incidence of notifiable diseases among American Indians/Alaska Natives
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CDC publishes two articles about Ebola in Sierra Leone; both previously published as MMWR Early Releases
Conferences and Meetings
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NFID's Annual Conference on Vaccine Research scheduled for April 13–15 in Bethesda

Issue 1162: January 13, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: My patient is a 66-year-old male with a condition that requires treatment with intravenous…read more
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CMS modifies Medicare Part B coverage of pneumococcal vaccinations to align with new ACIP recommendations
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an update regarding treatment of influenza patients with antiviral medications
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CDC updates the press about the 2014–15 influenza season
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California Department of Public Health issues measles health advisory
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IAC Spotlight! Share this collection of nearly 30 HPV-related videos with your patients, parents, and staff
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CDC updates the 2-D barcode for the revised pediatric multi-vaccine VIS and provides information about VISs in development
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates seven translations of "When Do Children and Teens Need Vaccinations?"
Official Releases and Announcements
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CDC announces that enhanced airport entry screening will end for travelers from Mali to the U.S.
Featured Resources
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Influenza is spreading and serious; please keep vaccinating your patients
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on cases of acute flaccid myelitis in the U.S. among people age 21 years and younger
Education and Training
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Spring Clinical Vaccinology Course to be held in Denver on March 13–15

Issue 1161: January 6, 2015

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Do any of the bacterial vaccines that are recommended for people with…read more
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FDA approves Rapivab to treat influenza infection
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IAC Spotlight! Six more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
Official Releases and Announcements
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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Featured Resources
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National Public Health Information Coalition offers searchable databases of influenza resources
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help healthcare professionals provide vaccination
Journal Articles
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CDC publishes figure displaying death rates from viral hepatitis among adults in the U.S., 1999–2011
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December issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available

Issue 1160: December 23, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: We offer the quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine in our office. Will it protect…read more
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Happy holidays from all of us at IAC!
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FDA approves quadrivalent formulation of Fluzone Intradermal inactivated influenza vaccine
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Host a screening of the new documentary about cervical cancer and HPV
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Voices for Vaccines to host a call about nurse advocacy for immunization on January 13
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IAC enrolls seven more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; two previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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IAC Spotlight! IAC's "Video of the Week" feature enters its seventh year of showcasing vaccine-related videos
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In 2015, National Infant Immunization Week will be held April 18–25
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its handout for healthcare professionals, "Pneumococcal Vaccines—CDC answers your questions"
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IAC updates four important screening checklists for contraindications and precautions to vaccination
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IAC updates statistics about vaccine-preventable diseases in its "Vaccines Work!" handout
Official Releases
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CDC publishes "Mission Critical—2014 Year in Review"
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Report on the Global Vaccine Action Plan shows that progress on vaccination rate improvement is slowing
Featured Resources
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CDC adds two new resources to its Provider Resources for Vaccine Conversations with Parents suite
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Trust for America's Health publishes report on the nation's ability to manage severe infectious disease threats
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to aid healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles
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New study finds no safety concerns with inadvertent HPV vaccination during pregnancy
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CDC reports on influenza activity in the United States from September 28–December 6
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CDC reports on measles transmission in an international airport
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CDC publishes four articles about the Ebola epidemic in West Africa; two previously published as MMWR Early Releases
Education and Training
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ACOG to sponsor January 21 webinar on Tdap vaccination in pregnancy
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Archived video broadcast of the October 2014 ACIP meeting now available
Conferences and Meetings
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Shot@Life invites vaccine advocates to apply to attend its 2015 Champion Summit from March 2–4

Issue 1158: December 16, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: My patient is a 14-year-old girl who has received one dose of bivalent HPV vaccine…read more
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FDA approves the use of Gardasil 9 (Merck) 9-valent HPV vaccine in the U.S.
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CDC publishes estimates of illnesses and hospitalizations averted by vaccination during the 2013–14 influenza season
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IAC's Dr. L.J Tan interviewed on PBS NewsHour about influenza
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IAC Spotlight! Subscribe to immunization-related email news services from CDC, AAP, VEC, and more
IAC Web Sections
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"Ask the Experts" web section about pneumococcal vaccines updated
Official Releases
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CDC requests public comment on proposed new VAERS form; comments must be received by January 23
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to aid healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles
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CDC reports on global surveillance of bacterial vaccine-preventable diseases
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CDC publishes two new Ebola reports as MMWR Early Releases
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CDC reprints four articles about Ebola that were previously published as MMWR Early Releases
Conferences and Meetings
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Abstract submission deadline for 2015 NACCHO conference is December 21
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Save the date for the 2015 California Immunization Coalition Summit to be held April 26–27

Issue 1157: December 9, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: What is the acceptable volume for a single dose of immune globulin (IG) to inject into…read more
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This is National Influenza Vaccination Week!
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an advisory on the potential for circulation of drifted influenza A (H3N2) viruses
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CDC provides information to the press about the potential for a severe influenza season
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Seasonal Health campaign supplement of December 5 issue of USA Today features articles from Families Fighting Flu, IAC, CDC, NFID
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ISMP publishes two-year summary on reported vaccine administration errors; separate article highlights serious mix-ups with influenza vaccine and other drugs
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CDC reports on the pertussis epidemic in California
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IAC Spotlight! Thirteen more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Checklist for Safe Vaccine Storage and Handling"
Official Releases
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WHO releases an updated guide to the prevention and control of cervical cancer
Featured Resources
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CDC releases new toolkit to help employers increase influenza vaccination among long-term care healthcare personnel
Journal Articles
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CDC publishes MMWR Early Release article about clinical inquiries regarding Ebola in the U.S.
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November issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
Education and Training
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Vaccine Education Center posts Dr. Paul Offit's webinar on meningococcal B vaccines, HPV9, and other topics
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Watch archived webinar about the impact of non-medical exemptions

Issue 1156: December 2, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I was told that it is not recommended to give vaccines using the Z-track method…read more
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Your donation to IAC helps us prevent disease, protect health, and educate about immunization
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IAC enrolls six more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; two previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Evidence Shows Vaccines Unrelated to Autism" handout
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts six new translations of the pediatric multi-vaccine VIS
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IAC posts Spanish version of the pediatric multi-vaccine VIS in rich text format
Official Releases and Announcements
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AAP issues new recommendations for pneumococcal vaccination of at-risk children
Featured Resources
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to aid healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Education and Training
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Medscape offers special report on recent ACIP recommendations related to adult vaccination

Issue 1154: November 25, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A one-month-old was exposed for the last 6 days to chickenpox. What should…read more
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Your donation to IAC supports our shared goal to protect everyone through immunization
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Extensive collection of U.S. immunization facts and policy now available online
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IAC issues correction to FluBlok age indication in last week's special "Ask the Experts" edition of IAC Express
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CDC NetConference scheduled for December 3; focus will be on influenza and the workings of ACIP
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National Influenza Vaccination Week begins December 7
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IAC Spotlight! "Like" IAC on Facebook and "follow" IAC on Twitter!
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American Association of Diabetes Educators publishes report on hepatitis B vaccination of people with diabetes
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts nine new translations of the pediatric multi-vaccine VIS
Official Releases
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NACCHO invites eligible local health departments to apply for funding to improve HPV vaccination rates
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CDC announces the expansion of VariZIG distribution in the United States
Featured Resources
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New! WHO's newsletter about reliable online vaccine safety resources
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on global routine vaccination coverage
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CDC reports on progress towards polio eradication in Nigeria
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CDC provides update on the Ebola epidemic in West Africa
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CDC reprints six articles about Ebola that were previously published as MMWR Early Releases
Education and Training
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ACOG to sponsor December 3 webinar on adult immunization
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National Hepatitis Training Institute at the University of Alabama at Birmingham offers online training about viral hepatitis
Conferences and Meetings
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Many presentations from 2014 National Immunization Conference now available online
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Presentation slides from the October ACIP meeting now available online

Issue 1153: November 19, 2014

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IAC Express Special Edition - Ask the Experts: Issue 1153
November 19, 2014
Influenza Vaccines
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Q: Which influenza vaccines can we give to children?
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Q: Does the ACIP preference for use of LAIV in children ages 2 through 8 years include children with asthma?
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Q: Which children younger than age 9 years will need 2 doses of influenza vaccine in the current influenza season?
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Q: I've heard there is a newer influenza vaccine that can be given to people with severe egg allergy. Is that true?
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Q: A study has now been published that found that the injectable vaccine Fluzone High-Dose (Sanofi) protects people 65 years and older better than standard-dose Fluzone. Does ACIP preferentially recommend use of Fluzone High-Dose for all people age 65 years and older?
Pneumococcal Vaccine
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Q: Please describe the new ACIP recommendations for the use of PCV13 vaccine along with PPSV23 vaccine in people age 65 years and older. Can we give both vaccines at the same visit?
Zoster Vaccine
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Q: Is a history of genital herpes a contraindication or precaution to zoster vaccination?
Hepatitis B Vaccine
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Q: In our newborn nursery, we administer hepatitis B vaccine and HBIG to all infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers (including premature newborns) within 12 hours of birth, but now I've heard that we're also supposed to administer HBIG (along with hepatitis B vaccine) to infants weighing less than 2,000 grams and born to mothers whose HBsAg status is unknown. Is this true, and if so, what is the rationale?
Hepatitis A Vaccine
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Q: For hepatitis A vaccination, the recommended interval between the 2-dose series is at least 6 months. Is this the same as 24 weeks?
Polio Vaccine
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Q: Please describe the new CDC interim recommendations for polio vaccination for infants, children, and adults traveling to and from countries affected by wild polio.
General Vaccine Questions
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Q: Our office is small and we only store vaccine in the refrigerator of a two-compartment refrigerator/freezer. Can we use the freezer portion to store staff food?
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Q: If a patient pulls away during administration of a vaccine and the needle comes out, is it okay to reintroduce the same needle and finish the injection?
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Q: I know that immunosuppressed patients can receive inactivated vaccines, but not live vaccines. Will these patients who receive inactivated vaccines develop a sufficient immune response to make vaccinating them worthwhile?
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Q: Is protective eyewear needed for those who administer vaccines so they can avoid blood spatter?
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Q: If a patient has had an anaphylactic reaction to a bee sting, is it safe for her to receive injected vaccines?

Issue 1152: November 18, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: What is the maximum number of hepatitis B vaccine doses a dialysis patient…read more
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World Health Organization warns that progress towards the elimination of measles has stalled
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IAC enrolls eight more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll; four previously honored institutions qualify for a second year
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IAC Spotlight! Eleven more healthcare organizations join IAC's Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll for mandatory healthcare worker vaccination
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its parent handout titled "Top Ten Reasons to Protect Your Child by Vaccinating"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts additional translations of VISs for influenza vaccines in Bengali, Polish, Urdu, and Yiddish
Official Releases
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CDC releases guidance for screening and caring for pregnant women with Ebola
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CDC issues a new travel health notice concerning Ebola cases in Mali, and updates travel health notices about Ebola in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea
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CDC publishes six articles about Ebola as MMWR Early Releases
Featured Resources
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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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CDC reports on progress towards global measles elimination
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New study published on the safety of Tdap vaccine in pregnancy
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CDC reports on possible eradication of wild poliovirus type 3
Education and Training
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CDC's Clinician Outreach and Communication webinar on November 20 will provide important information about cervical cancer detection and prevention; free continuing education credit available
Conferences and Meetings
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National Conference on Vaccine Research scheduled for April 13–15; abstract submission deadline is December 1

Issue 1151: November 11, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A 4-year-old patient came in with a rash and a low-grade fever. The first MMR…read more
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We Are Proud to Participate in Minnesota’s Give to the Max Day!
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Reminder: October issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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World Pneumonia Day is November 12
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CDC releases statement about LAIV effectiveness studies and vaccination of children; ACIP and CDC have not changed the current influenza vaccination recommendations
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CDC publishes "Vital Signs" report on cervical cancer; related town hall teleconference will be held on November 12
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IAC Spotlight! Unprotected People Reports about vaccine-preventable diseases; powerful story about a college student's struggle with meningococcal disease
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Voices for Vaccines releases online Community Immunity Toolkit
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Indonesian translation of inactivated influenza vaccine VIS
Official Releases
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CDC provides travel advice for colleges and universities regarding the Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Featured Resources
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NFID partners with Major League Soccer to raise awareness about the prevention and treatment of influenza
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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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CDC reports on declines in pneumococcal hospitalizations of children associated with use of pneumococcal conjugate vaccines
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CDC publishes article about establishment of a community care center for Ebola patients in Liberia
Conferences and Meetings
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Registration deadline for February 25–26 ACIP meeting is February 2 for non-U.S. citizens and February 9 for citizens

Issue 1150: November 4, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) package insert says that in adults…read more
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Reminder: October issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults available online
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FDA approves the use of Trumenba in the U.S. to prevent serogroup B meningococcal disease
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FDA approves expanded age indication for Flublok to include all adults age 18 years and older
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IAC Spotlight! Access up-to-date vaccine package inserts on immunize.org
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New website for medical assistants provides immunization information and training opportunities
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National Influenza Vaccination Week will be held December 7–13
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Pneumococcus: Questions and Answers"
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IAC updates its staff education materials: "It's Federal Law! You must give your patients current Vaccine Information Statements" and "Current Dates of Vaccine Information Statements"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC creates Spanish-language large print version of inactivated influenza VIS
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IAC posts ten new VIS translations in the Amharic, Cambodian, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Tigrigna languages
Official Releases
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CDC releases interim U.S. guidance for monitoring persons with potential Ebola virus exposure
Featured Resources
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Vaccine Education Center updates its ready-to-print fact sheet on influenza
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AAP releases enhanced Red Book app
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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October issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes "CDC National Health Report: Leading Causes of Morbidity and Mortality and Associated Behavioral Risk and Protective Factors—United States, 2005—2013"
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CDC publishes update on Ebola outbreak in West Africa
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CDC reports on progress toward polio eradication in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Education and Training
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NFID offers two vaccine-related webinars in November

Issue 1149: October 28, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: The Vaccine Information Statement for inactivated influenza vaccine states that you…read more
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New! October issue of Vaccinate Adults now online
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Reminder: October issue of Needle Tips available online
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CDC releases updated pediatric multi-vaccine Vaccine Information Statement
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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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CDC publishes article on the history of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
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CDC publishes report on an influenza outbreak in a vaccinated population
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WHO announces that Ebola vaccine trials may start as early as January
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Vaccine Education Center plans November 19 Current Issues in Vaccines webinar
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Join the Voices for Vaccines' November 17 conference call on influenza featuring IAC's Dr. L.J Tan
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommendations for Children and Adults by Age and/or Risk Factor"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts 25 new VIS translations, including Armenian, Farsi, Haitian Creole, Hmong, Korean, Portuguese, and Tagalog
Official Releases
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CDC announces active post-arrival Ebola monitoring for travelers from countries most affected by the disease
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WHO publishes position paper on use of HPV vaccines
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World Polio Day—October 24, 2014—announced in the MMWR
Featured Resources
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Childhood Influenza Immunization Coalition offers many tools to promote vaccination
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on lessons learned during the polio-free certification process in the South-east Asia Region
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CDC publishes article about control of Ebola in the Firestone district of Liberia
Conferences and Meetings
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Texas Immunization Summit to be held in San Antonio on November 5–7

Issue 1148: October 21, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: A nurse had a leftover drawn-up syringe of influenza vaccine taken from a multi-dose vial. Can we use the vaccine the next day?…read more
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Reminder: October issue of Needle Tips is now available online
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"Dear Colleague" letter urges healthcare professionals to recommend influenza and Tdap vaccines to their pregnant patients
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CDC reports on vaccination coverage among children in kindergarten during the 2013–14 school year
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IAC enrolls eight more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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CDC develops a new, faster lab test for enterovirus D68 and releases new resources for parents about EV-D68
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CDC announces new initiatives to protect healthcare personnel in the U.S. from Ebola
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Three articles about Ebola republished in this week's MMWR
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IAC Spotlight! One-stop access to more than 50 educational handouts related to adult vaccination for patients and staff
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates sample standing orders for administering pneumococcal vaccines to adults
Featured Resources
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CDC updates its easy-to-read adult immunization schedule
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California Department of Public Health updates parent fact sheet about vaccine concerns
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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WHO publishes article about development of possible vaccines for pandemic preparedness
Education and Training
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Hep B United to offer video chat about hepatitis B virus screening on October 29
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New Medscape resources released to help providers discuss HPV vaccination with parents; CME credit available
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CDC Expert Commentary on Medscape provides information about using antiviral drugs for influenza
Conferences and Meetings
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Meeting on vaccination ecosystem is planned for January 19–21 in Annecy, France

Issue 1147: October 14, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I have a 2-month-old child with a cast for hip dysplasia that completely covers the entire…read more
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New! October issue of Needle Tips is now available online
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American Liver Foundation endorses IAC's Give Birth to the End of Hep B campaign
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IAC enrolls eight more birthing institutions into its Hepatitis B Birth Dose Honor Roll
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Translational Neurodegeneration retracts its article about MMR leading to autism
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IAC Spotlight! Eleven new videos added to the vaccineinformation.org video library; our searchable collection now numbers more than 165 videos about vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of immunization
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CDC confirms Ebola diagnosis in healthcare worker who provided care for the Dallas index patient
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Enhanced Ebola screening to start at five U.S. airports
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CDC publishes report about assessment of Ebola disease, healthcare infrastructure, and preparedness in Liberia
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CDC NetConference scheduled for October 23; focus will be on adult immunization, including new pneumococcal vaccination recommendations for adults age 65 years and older
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CDC updates influenza module in its "You Call the Shots" training course
IAC Handouts
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New IAC resource for healthcare professionals: "Using Standing Orders for Administering Vaccines: What You Should Know"
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IAC updates sample standing orders for administering polio vaccine to children and teens
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IAC updates "Influenza: Questions and Answers"
Vaccine Information Statements
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IAC posts Haitian Creole and Portuguese translations of the 2014–15 influenza VISs
Official Releases and Announcements
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WHO announces composition of seasonal influenza vaccine for the 2015 southern hemisphere influenza season
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October 19–25 is International Infection Prevention Week
Featured Resources
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Michigan Department of Community Health offers new adolescent vaccination resources
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CDC updates its interactive adolescent immunization scheduler
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CDC updates online adolescent and adult vaccine quiz: "What Vaccines Do You Need?"
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC publishes report on acute neurologic disease of unknown etiology in Colorado children; same article previously published as an MMWR Early Release
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CDC publishes report on cases of acute flaccid paralysis with anterior myelitis in California; same article previously published as an MMWR Early Release

Issue 1146: October 7, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: I have a 24-year-old patient who received influenza vaccine in Colombia, South…read more
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an advisory to help healthcare professionals evaluate patients for possible Ebola disease
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CDC publishes three MMWR articles about the Ebola virus outbreak in Africa
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CDC publishes MMWR Early Release article about acute neurologic illness of unknown etiology in Colorado children
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CDC publishes MMWR Early Release article on cases of acute flaccid paralysis with anterior myelitis in California
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CDC reports on influenza activity from May 18 through September 20
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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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Voices for Vaccines hosts call featuring three moms who were formerly vaccine hesitant on October 14
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates "Personal belief exemptions for vaccination put people at risk"
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IAC updates "First Do No Harm: Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Policies for Healthcare Personnel Help Protect Patients"
Vaccine Information Statements
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CDC releases supplemental information for healthcare providers to accompany the 2014–15 influenza VISs
Official Releases and Announcements
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World Pneumonia Day is scheduled for November 12
Featured Resources
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AAP to release new Red Book Online on October 9
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Just Released: On Immunity: An Inoculation by Eula Biss
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Influenza is serious; many resources are available to help healthcare professionals in vaccinating
Journal Articles and Newsletters
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CDC reports on typhoid fever surveillance and vaccination in the South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions in MMWR
Conferences and Meetings
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Slides and audio recording now online for the August 2014 special ACIP meeting

Issue 1145: September 30, 2014

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Ask the Experts–Question of the Week: Can we give Tdap and RhoGam (anti-Rho[D] immune globulin) at the same prenatal…read more
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CDC publishes report on Tdap vaccination of pregnant women enrolled in Medicaid
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Wall Street Journal features editorial by Dr. Paul Offit about the epidemic of misguided vaccine distrust
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National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit offers up-to-date information about adult immunization
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IAC Spotlight! Refer parents and patients to www.vaccineinformation.org, IAC's website for the public
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CDC publishes updated preparedness and response framework for influenza pandemics
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CDC's Health Alert Network publishes an advisory to provide awareness of an acute neurologic syndrome with focal limb weakness in children; CDC is seeking information about other similar neurologic illnesses in all states
IAC Handouts
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IAC updates its screening checklists for contraindications and precautions to vaccination for children/teens and adults
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IAC updates "Medical Management of Vaccine Reactions in Children and Teens" and "Medical Management of Vaccine Reactions in Adult Patients"
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"Keep your kids safe—get them vaccinated every fall or winter!" now available in Arabic, Chinese, and Spanish
Official Releases and Announcements
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AAP releases updated recommendations on the use of influenza vaccines in 2014–2015
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CDC announces September 28 as World Rabies Day
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ACOG releases updated committee opinion on influenza vaccination in pregnancy
Featured Resources
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CDC develops new resources to help healthcare professionals and the public understand the new pneumococcal vaccination recommendations for adults
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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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September issue of CDC's Immunization Works newsletter now available
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CDC publishes an MMWR Supplement about estimating the future number of Ebola cases
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New England Journal of Medicine publishes a collection of articles and resources on the Ebola outbreak

Issue 1144: September 24, 2014

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September 24, 2014
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Reminder: place an order for IAC's immunization record cards and "Immunization Techniques" DVD. For greater discounts, make bulk purchases!
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You will make a difference: please donate to support IAC!

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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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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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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IAC Express: Issue 1122
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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IAC Express: Issue 1121
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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IAC Express: Issue 1120
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.

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