An individual’s confidence in vaccines, either as a whole or individually, can be impacted by many factors, including cultural, social, and political influences.
Here we provide background information and practical resources to help medical professionals discuss immunization with concerned parents or patients. Because people question vaccination for different reasons, we have divided this section into several major topics.
Additional Resources
From Immunize.org
Our affiliated website, VaccineInformation.org.
FOR THE PUBLIC
Our website for parents and people of all ages provides accurate, and proven information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent. Vaccination saves lives!
FOR PROVIDERS
- All Patient Handouts
- Q&As by Vaccine and Disease
- Ask the Experts: Vaccine Safety
- Image Library
- Vaccine Information Statements
FOR PUBLIC AND PROVIDERS
This website explains the complexities of the science and safety of immunization through understandable, real-world language and uses videos and graphics to increase accessibility and understanding of content. Information for the public and healthcare providers is available in English and Spanish.
From Trusted Organizations
Information for both parents and cliniciansPediatricians play a crucial role in immunizing children and are a trusted source of vaccine information for families. Find information for both parents and clinicians.
From CDC, materials to help you assess parents’ needs.
Interactive exploration of immunizations and their continuing contributions to public health, including games, videos, lesson plans, and more.
An immunization advocacy organization for families founded by Rosalynn Carter and Betty Bumpers.
This site provides credible vaccine information for families from the perspective of parents and caregivers.
Educational materials for patients and parents.