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Technically Speaking
Archived articles by Dr. Deborah Wexler, Executive Director Emerita
Deborah Wexler MD
For 11 years, Dr. Deborah Wexler wrote a monthly column titled “Technically Speaking” that was featured in each issue of Vaccine Update for Healthcare Professionals, the e-newsletter from the Vaccine Education Center (VEC) at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
“Technically Speaking” covered practical topics in immunization delivery, such as vaccine administration, contraindications and precautions, dosing, and minimum intervals.
Scroll down this page for links to past "Technically Speaking" articles.
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Technically Speaking - 2021 Issues
Saying Goodbye – and Leaving You with My "Top Ten" List of Places to Bookmark on Immunize.org
Published June 2021
Be sure you know the anatomical landmarks for administering intramuscular injections in the arm
Published May 2021
IAC's newly updated "COVID-19 Vaccines" web page makes it easy to find important resources from CDC and others
Published March 2021
2021 Recommended U.S. Immunization Schedules for Children/Teens and for Adults Just Released – Laminated versions available for pre-order from IAC
Published February 2021
Don't Make the Mistake of Scheduling Dose #2 of COVID-19 Vaccine Too Early
Published January 2021
Technically Speaking - 2020 Issues
FDA issues EUA for Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine; CDC approves its use and provides clinical guidance
Published December 2020
Prevent Shoulder Injuries Caused by Missing the Deltoid Muscle When Injecting Vaccines!
Published November 2020
ACIP Updates Recommendations on the Use of MenACWY and MenB Vaccines
Published October 2020
Is It 0.25 mL or 0.5 mL? What Is the Correct Dose of Injectable Flu Vaccine for Children Younger Than 3?
Published September 2020
Choosing Proper Needle Length for Vaccination of Children and Adults: What Should You Consider?
Published July 2020
Preventing Preventable Vaccine Administration Errors in Your Medical Setting
Published June 2020
IAC Launches New MenB Vaccination Honor Roll Recognizing Colleges and Universities That Require or Recommend the Vaccine to Protect Their Students
Published May 2020
Our Society Deserves Vaccination: Two New Educational Pieces from IAC Explain the Science Supporting Vaccines and the Value of the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Published April 2020
Now Available to Order! IAC's Laminated Versions of CDC's 2020 Immunization Schedules
Published March 2020
Sign up for IAC Express—the Best Way to Stay Current with Weekly U.S. Immunization News, Information, and Resources
Published February 2020
CDC Releases 2020 Version of Its Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit
Published January 2020
Technically Speaking - 2019 Issues
ACIP Updates Its Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations for Adults Age 65 Years and Older
Published December 2019
ACIP Votes to Approve That Tdap and Td Vaccines May Now Be Used Interchangeably
Published November 2019
CDC Updates Recommendations on the Use of HPV Vaccine
Published October 2019
"Dear Colleague" Call-to-Action Letter from AAFP, AAP, ACHA, ACOG, APhA, SAHM, and IAC Stresses Importance of Implementing Immunization Visit at 16 Years of Age
Published September 2019
Newly Designed and Easy to Navigate—Visit Give2MenACWY.org to Enhance Your Efforts to Increase Rates for MenACWY Booster Doses and Other Adolescent Vaccinations
Published August 2019
ACIP Updates Its Guidance on the Use of HPV, PCV13, HepA, HPV, and MenB Vaccines at June 26–27 Meeting
Published July 2019
Looking for New Tools and Resources to Help Increase Your Clinic's HPV Vaccination Rates? Here Are Some Great Ones!
Published June 2019
How to Protect Children, Adults, and Healthcare Personnel from Measles
Published May 2019
Refresher! Use of Pneumococcal Vaccines in Infants and Children, as well as in Children with Health Conditions
Published April 2019
With Measles "Breaking Out" All over the United States, Here Are Some Good Educational Resources
Published March 2019
Questions about Proper Vaccine Storage and Handling? CDC's Redesigned Toolkit Has Answers!
Published February 2019
Want to Avoid Vaccination Errors? These Print Materials and Slide Sets Will Help You!
Published January 2019
Technically Speaking - 2018 Issues
Looking Back Over 2018 Can Help Ensure Optimal Vaccination Practices in 2019
Published December 2018
CDC's Vaccine Administration Training Materials – A Great Collection of 4-Minute Videos and Web-Based Training Programs
Published November 2018
Let's Get It Right! How to Avoid Shoulder Injury with Deltoid Intramuscular Injections
Published October 2018
What’s New for Flu This Season?
Published September 2018
CDC Publishes Recommendations that Newborns Receive Hepatitis B Vaccine within 24 Hours of Birth — AAFP, AAP and ACOG Concur
Published July/August 2018
History of Fever > 105 Degrees, Inconsolable Crying, and Hypotonic Episode Following a Previous DTaP Dose Are No Longer Precautions According to ACIP
Published June 2018
Immunize.org Provides a Wide Range of Practical Resources on Vaccine Administration, Storage and Handling, and More
Published May 2018
New! 2018 Laminated U.S. Immunization Schedules and Updated Educational Materials
Published April 2018
Subscribe to IAC Express from the Immunization Action Coalition
Published March 2018
CDC Publishes Updated Guidance on the Use of Zoster Vaccines
Published February 2018
CDC Issues New Requirements for VFC Vaccine Storage
Published January 2018
Technically Speaking - 2017 Issues
Looking for Practical Vaccine Resources? Visit IAC’s Website for Healthcare Professionals
Published December 2017
IAC Releases Newly Updated 142-page book, Vaccinating Adults: A Step-by-Step Guide — available for purchase or free download
Published November 2017
The Immunization Platform for 16-year-olds Is Easily Overlooked — Here Are Some Resources to Help!
Published October 2017
It's Time for Annual Flu Shots — Make Sure Your Patients and Staff Are Vaccinated
Published September 2017
Standing Orders Protocols Can Improve Your Vaccination Rates
Published August 2017
Routine Schedules for MenACWY and MenB Vaccines – Make Sure You’re Giving Them on Time
Published July 2017
"General Best Practice Guidelines for Immunization" – Everything CDC Wants You to Know about the Practical Aspects of Vaccination
Published June 2017
ACIP Has Updated Its Recommendations on the Use of Tdap Vaccine in Pregnant Women and Children
Published May 2017
Make Sure You Are Using VISs in Accordance with Federal Law
Published April 2017
ACIP Now Recommends Hepatitis B Vaccine within 24 Hours of Birth
Published March 2017
New "16-year-old Vaccination Platform" Highlighted in 2017 U.S. Child/Teen Immunization Schedule
Published February 2017
Updated ACIP Recommendations on HPV Vaccine
Published January 2017
Technically Speaking - 2016 Issues
Who Needs Hepatitis B Serologic Testing before or after Vaccination?
Published November 2016
Hepatitis B Vaccination for Adults — Who Needs It and When?
Published October 2016
What’s New in the Influenza Vaccination Recommendations for the 2016-17 Season?
Published September 2016
Let's Review — Routine Hepatitis B Vaccination Schedules for Infants, Children and Teens
Published August 2016
How You Can Help Overcome Low Vaccination Rates Among Adults
Published July 2016
Give a Strong Recommendation for HPV Vaccine for All Preteens and Young Adults
Published June 2016
Just Released! IAC's May Edition of Needle Tips
Published May 2016
CDC Experts Answer 1,000+ Vaccine-related Questions at Immunize.org
Published April 2016
Using Standing Orders to Vaccinate Increases Coverage Rates and Protects Patients
Published March 2016
Just Released! CDC’s Official Immunization Schedules for 0- to 18-year-olds and for Adults
Published February 2016
Remember to Routinely Administer TWO Pneumococcal Vaccines One Year Apart to Healthy Adults Age 65 and Older
Published January 2016
Technically Speaking - 2015 Issues
Preventive Medicine: Be Sure Your Staff Is Not Making Any of These Frequently Reported Vaccine Administration Errors
Published December 2015
IAC's Needle Tips Just Released Online!
Published November 2015
IAC's Free Workshops on Using Standing Orders
Published October 2015
New Initiative About Giving Second Dose of Meningococcal (MCV4)
Published September 2015
Is Your Practice Following Federal Law When Using Vaccine Information Statements?
Published August 2015
Screening Patients for Contraindications and Precautions to Vaccination
Published July 2015
Suggestions About Finding Old Immunization Records
Published June 2015
Just Released! Fifth Edition of "The Vaccine Handbook: A Practical Guide for Clinicians"
Published May 2015
Important New Vaccine Recommendations from CDC's February 2015 ACIP Meeting
Published April 2015
New Issues of Needle Tips and Vaccinate Adults Now Available
Published March 2015
CDC’s 2015 Immunization Schedules for Children and Adults, and IAC’s Concise Summaries of Recommendations are Free and Ready to Use
Published February 2015
Do You Know Which Vaccines are Specifically Recommended for Healthcare Personnel in Your Workplace?
Published January 2015
Technically Speaking - 2014 Issues
Use this Handy Checklist to Help Improve your Practice’s Vaccination Rates
Published December 2014
Know the "7 Rights" of Vaccine Administration
Published November 2014
CDC Issues New Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations for Adults Age 65 Years and Older
Published October 2014
What's New in the 2014–15 CDC Influenza Vaccine Recommendations
Published September 2014
Make Sure You Choose the Proper Needle Length When Vaccinating Your Patients
Published August 2014
Protect Your Significant Investment in Vaccines So That They Can Protect Your Patients
Published July 2014
Immunization Action Coalition Launches “Question of the Week” in its Free Weekly Newsletter
Published June 2014
Use These Resources to Help you Avoid Vaccine Administration Errors in Your Practice
Published May 2014
Resources to Help Assure Competency of Clinic Staff Administering Vaccines
Published April 2014
Simple Tips to Expedite Vaccination in Your Practice
Published March 2014
Newly Updated! CDC’s 2014 Immunization Schedules and IAC’s Easy-to-Use Summaries
Published February 2014
A Strong Provider Recommendation Matters. Don’t Just "Offer" HPV Vaccine to Parents for Preteens. Recommend It!
Published January 2014
Technically Speaking - 2013 Issues
Handouts for Parents, Teens, and Adults Help Providers Explain the Value of Vaccines
Published December 2013
At Your Fingertips: Official Vaccine Recommendations and Product Information
Published November 2013
Ask the Experts: Providing Answers to Your Timely and Challenging Influenza Vaccination Questions
Published October 2013
Vaccinations and Pregnancy
Published September 2013
Temperature Monitoring – The "Vital Sign" for Vaccine Storage
Published August 2013
The End of Hepatitis B Transmission Begins At Birth
Published July 2013
Recommendations for Use of Meningococcal Vaccines in High-Risk Infants and Children
Published April 2013
What to Do if the Wrong Dose of a Vaccine Is Administered
Published March 2013
CDC's 2013 Immunization Schedules and IAC's Easy-To-Use Summaries
Published February 2013
Expanded Tdap Recommendations: Administer Tdap to Pregnant Women during Each Pregnancy
Published January 2013
Technically Speaking - 2012 Issues
A New Program for Reporting Vaccine Errors
Published December 2012
CDC Publishes FAQs about New Vaccine Storage and Handling Guidelines
Published November 2012
New Recommendations for the Use of Pneumococcal Vaccines in Adults with Certain Health Conditions
Published October 2012
One Dose or Two? How Many Doses of Influenza Vaccine Do Children Need in the 2012-13 Season?
Published September 2012
CDC Recommendations for Use of Tdap Are Now Simpler! Everyone Age 11 and Older Needs a Dose
Published August 2012
Recording Vaccinations – What is Required by Federal Law?
Published July 2012
Responding to Requests for Personal Belief Exemptions – Some Helpful Resources
Published June 2012
Try These Free Email Services to Stay Up to Date on Immunization Information
Published May 2012
Guidance for Preventing Fainting and Associated Injuries after Vaccination
Published April 2012
Minimum Ages and Minimum Intervals Between Doses of Vaccines in a Series – Why Does It Matter?
Published March 2012
Visit EZIZ.org for Practical Tools on Vaccine Administration, Storage and Handling
Published February 2012
Technically Speaking - 2011 Issues
"Catching-up" Kids – and Don't Forget the Supplemental Dose of PCV13
Published December 2011
Which Children Need Two Doses of Influenza Vaccine for the 2011-2012 Season?
Published November 2011
Screening Patients for Contraindications to Vaccination
Published October 2011
Guidance for Busy Clinics on Prefilling Your Own Syringes
Published September 2011
Are Your New Patients Missing Their Immunization Records?
Published August 2011
CDC’s “General Recommendations on Immunization” – Make Sure You Have a Copy!
Published July 2011
Standing Orders Can Help You Vaccinate Your Patients
Published June 2011
2011 Immunization Schedules Now Available
Published April 2011
Tdap Recommendations Broadened
Published March 2011
Using Vaccine Information Statements (VISs) Correctly
Published February 2011
Technically Speaking - 2010 Issues
Administering Multiple Vaccines to a Child During a Single Office Visit
Published December 2010
Use of Vaccines with Diluents
Published November 2010
Which Children Need Two Doses of Influenza Vaccine for the 2010-11 Season?
Published October 2010
Proper Vaccine Administration
Published September 2010
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