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Nirsevimab (Beyfortus) and Enflonsia (Clesrovimab) are currently under allocation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which means Kansas receives a limited number of doses every other week.
To manage this process, the Vaccine Distribution Team at the Kansas Immunization Program (KIP) removes allocated products from routine vaccine orders so that routine order shipments are not delayed. Allocated products, such as Beyfortus and Enflonsia, are tracked separately.
RSV products should still be ordered through KSWebIZ, though they may not appear on your order summary after approval due to ongoing allocation processes.
KIP continues to order the maximum number of doses allowed with each new allocation. If your clinic receives a partial shipment, the remaining doses will be sent as soon as additional supply is received from the CDC.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your Regional Immunization Nurse or the Nurse On-Call at 877-296-0464 or email kdhe.immconsultant@ks.gov.
Each year, the flu significantly impacts the health and well-being of children and their families. Annual flu vaccination is the most effective way to protect children from the flu and its potentially serious complications.
To ensure optimal protection, children should receive the flu vaccine every flu season.
Some children aged 6 months to 8 years may need two doses of the flu vaccine this season:
- Those being vaccinated for the first time,
- Those who have previously received only one dose of flu vaccine, or
- Those with an unknown flu vaccination history.
For these children, it’s important to administer the first dose as soon as the vaccine is available, as the second dose should be given at least four weeks after the first dose.
Immunize.org has put together a Guide for Determining the Number of Doses of Influenza Vaccine to Give to Children Age 6 Months Through 8 Years. This easy-to-follow chart will help vaccine providers determine if a child needs a second flu vaccine. You will want to save this valuable resource!
Timely vaccine delivery is essential to maintaining clinic operations and ensuring that Kansas children and families remain protected. As we move through the busy winter and holiday season, shipping delays and delivery complications become more common. To help streamline the process and ensure quick resolution, please review the guidance below on how to identify, report, and respond to vaccine shipping issues.
What to Watch For
- Late or missed deliveries
- Deliveries attempted outside posted business hours
- Damaged boxes, missing product, or incorrect quantities
- Vaccine arriving warm, frozen, or out of temperature range
How to Report
Email kdhe.vaccine@ks.gov and include:
- Provider name and PIN
- Order or shipment number (if available)
- Distributor (McKesson, Pfizer, or Merck)
- Brief description of the issue
- Photos and DDL temperature files (.pdf and .txt)
If temperatures are out of range, do not use the vaccine. Place it in quarantine, label it “Do Not Use”, store it properly and wait for KIP guidance.
What Happens Next
KIP will review your report, coordinate with the distributor and CDC if needed, and provide direction on whether the vaccine can be used, returned, or replaced.
Quick Tips
- Keep KSWebIZ delivery hours accurate
- Maintain four weeks of inventory
- Inspect shipments immediately
For questions or issues, contact kdhe.vaccine@ks.gov
Here at the Kansas Immunization Program (KIP) we are always looking for great vaccination resources. The California Department of Public Health is a favorite source for educational materials.
The California Department of Public Health has a one-page handout on how to set up vaccine storage units. This guide details the dos and don’ts of storing vaccines in both refrigerator and freezer units. If you are looking to re-organize your vaccine storage units or just want to ensure that you are storing your vaccines properly, this is a great guide for you!
Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides vaccine labels to help get your storage units organized. These labels include the vaccine name, storage requirement, how it is presented, storage precautions, etc. Go check them out!
With proper storage and handling practices, the safety and efficacy of vaccines is maintained, protecting individuals and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. We thank you for all you do to keep Kansas communities healthy!
Additional Resources:
Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit - 2024
Vaccines-for-Children-Policy-and-Procedure-Manual-PDF
For any questions or concerns regarding vaccine storage and handling, please contact your Regional Immunization Nurse or the Nurse On Call at 877-296-0464.
As we prepare for the winter season, please review the 2025–2026 Vaccine for Children (VFC)/317 and Direct-Ship Vaccine Holiday Shipping Calendar. This resource outlines shipping interruptions and modified delivery schedules for McKesson, Pfizer COVID direct ship, and Merck direct ship orders to help you plan ahead.
As you anticipate vaccine orders during the holidays, please keep the following in mind:
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Processing Times: Routine vaccine shipments from McKesson may take up to four business days to process before they are shipped. Providers with irregular business hours (outside Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) may experience longer timelines.
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Verify Your Delivery Hours: Now is an ideal time to confirm that your delivery availability in KSWebIZ is accurate. Up-to-date business hours help ensure timely deliveries—especially since distributors may attempt delivery any weekday, including Mondays, based on your listed availability.
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Order Early & Maintain Adequate Inventory: To avoid interruptions in vaccine supply, please place orders early and maintain at least four weeks of inventory. Weather, increased shipping volume, and holiday closures can all contribute to delays.
By planning ahead, we can work together to maintain a steady vaccine supply for Kansas communities throughout the holiday season. If you encounter delivery issues or have questions, please contact kdhe.vaccine@ks.gov
Medication for the 340B program will not be shipped Monday, Nov. 24 – Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. If there is an urgent order for an active TB patient, send an email to KDHE.BDCPmeds@ks.gov, with the subject “URGENT ORDER,” so the order can be processed.
Click here to view the holiday shipping calendar.
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