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On behalf of the planning committee, we extend our sincere thanks for your participation in the 2025 Kansas Immunization Conference. Your engagement, insights and dedication to advancing immunization efforts were integral to the event's success.
We hope the sessions provided valuable knowledge, fostered meaningful connections and inspired continued collaboration in our shared mission to protect public health through immunization.
Thank you, again, for your commitment to this vital work. We look forward to seeing you next year!
Warm regards,
The Kansas Immunization Program
The Kansas Immunization Program has been receiving questions regarding the expiration dates of multi-dose vials. We decided to “Ask the Experts,” from Immunize.org.
What are the CDC guidelines regarding the use of multiple-dose vaccine vials?
Vaccines in multidose vials (MDVs) that do not require reconstitution (excluding COVID-19 vaccines) can be used through the expiration date printed on the label, provided the vaccine is not contaminated, unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise. For example, inactivated polio vaccine in a MDV can be used through the expiration date on the vial.
Multi-dose vials of Polio should be stored between 36°F and 46°F (2°C and 8°C), and doses should be withdrawn with a new, sterile needle and syringe each time the vial is accessed. As long as the vial is stored within recommended temperatures, accessed as directed, and continues to have a normal appearance, the vial can be used through the expiration date. See Package Insert - IPOL (fda.gov) for more information.
Additional resources:
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Join AIM Chief Medical Officer Michelle Fiscus, MD, FAAP, for an overview of autism spectrum disorder and how the vaccine-autism claim emerged, gained traction and why it remains persistent. Dr. Fiscus will summarize key studies that have debunked the claim and share practical communication tools that immunization programs and health care providers can use to engage families and communities in informed conversations about vaccines.
The Webinar takes place on June 24, 2025 at 1 p.m. CST
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Immunize.org will open this session with a short, live demonstration on navigating their popular News & Updates website section. After the demonstration, you will be able to submit questions through the Q&A box on Zoom.
The Webinar takes place on June 11, 2025, at 3 p.m. and June 12, 2025, at 11 a.m.
Register for the June 11, 2025, webinar
Register for the June 12, 2025, webinar
The Influenza-Like Illness Surveillance Network (ILINet) sites monitor patients for influenza-like illness (ILI), which is defined as symptoms of a fever (>100⁰F) and the presence of a cough and/or sore throat. During the week ending May 24th, ILINet sites reported 1% of visits were due to ILI.
Syndromic surveillance indicated that 1% of emergency departments visits in Kansas were due to ILI. All data is subject to change. Influenza activity across the state is currently considered low. During the week ending May 24, the Kansas Health and Environmental Laboratories reported zero positive influenza A/H1 specimens and zero positive influenza A/H3 specimens.
As a reminder, outbreaks of any disease are reportable and should be reported to the epidemiology hotline at (877)427-7317.
Stay updated on influenza activity.
Click here to view the shipping calendar for the months of May and June.
Register here for Webcast Wednesday: Care of Pregnant People with HIV: Preventing Perinatal Transmission which will be held June 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. CST
Register here for Addressing Gaps in HIV Treatment: The Role of Nurses and Allied Health Professionals which will be held June 4, 2025, at 1 p.m. CST
Register here for Expert Answers to Best Practices to Turning Your Practice into a Vaccine Center of Excellence which will be held June 5, 2025, at Noon CST
Click here for our full training list.
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