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Immunize.org updated its resource Vaccines with Diluents: How to Use Them. Three vaccines were removed from the table of vaccines requiring a diluent. All rotavirus and COVID-19 vaccines are now available only in liquid formulas. The live chikungunya vaccine (Ixchiq, Valneva) was also removed as it is no longer available in the United States.
This resource is handy when a vaccine has been prepared for administration but, due to unforeseen circumstances, is not given immediately. It provides guidance on vaccine stability and allowable use times after preparation.
Be sure to add this to your vaccine storage and handling toolkit. You’ll also want to check out other valuable resources available from Immunize.org.
Clinical Resources: Storage & Handling | Immunize.org
Clinical Resources: A-Z | Immunize.org
Summer may be in full swing, but the back-to-school season is right around the corner. Now is the time to begin preparing for the annual surge in demand for school-required vaccinations. Immunizations play a vital role in protecting students of all ages, supporting not only individual health but also the well-being of schools and communities.
With measles cases increasing nationally, ensuring timely vaccination is more important than ever to prevent the spread of disease.
As a Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider, we encourage you to review your current vaccine inventory and place orders for additional doses of routine back-to-school vaccines. Early preparation will help ensure you have the supply needed to meet increased demand and avoid delays in immunization services.
Let’s work together to keep Kansas kids healthy and ready to learn.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact your Regional Immunization Nurse or email kdhe.vaccine@ks.gov.
Presenter:
Paul Offit, MD
Director, Vaccine Education Center
Attending Physician, Division of Infectious Diseases, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Professor of Pediatrics and Maurice Hilleman Professor of Vaccinology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Date and Time: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, noon - 1 p.m. ET
Location: Webinar
Topic: Who Can We Trust for Vaccine Information?
Register.
Healthcare providers are invited to register for an upcoming educational webinar focused on meningococcal vaccination. This session will provide an overview of current clinical guidance, appropriate use across recommended populations, and practical considerations for incorporating these vaccines into routine practice. Participants will have the opportunity to enhance their understanding of current recommendations and ask questions during the live session. Registration is required, and a confirmation email with access details will be sent upon approval.
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