CDC #HowIRecommend Videos for Providers
The CDC has developed a new resource #HowIRecommend video series
that allows clinicians to see how four physicians make recommendations on
raising vaccination rates and address HPV vaccination questions in their
practices.
The videos at this link highlight three
specific focus areas and address common parent and patient questions.
Keeping Diabetic Patients Healthy with Vaccines
Each year thousands of adults in the United States get sick
from diseases that could be prevented by vaccines — some people are
hospitalized, and some even die. People with diabetes (both type 1 and type 2)
are at higher risk for serious problems from certain vaccine-preventable
diseases. For people with diabetes, getting vaccinated is an important step in
staying healthy.
Diabetes, even if well managed, can make it harder for a
person’s immune system to fight infections. People with diabetes may be at risk
for more serious complications from an illness compared to people without
diabetes. Some illnesses, like influenza, can raise blood glucose to
dangerously high levels. People with diabetes have higher rates of hepatitis B
than the rest of the population. Outbreaks of hepatitis B associated with blood
glucose monitoring procedures have happened among people with diabetes. People
with diabetes are at increased risk for death from pneumonia, bacteremia and
meningitis. Immunization provides the best protection against
vaccine-preventable diseases.
The vaccines recommended for people with diabetes include:
- Flu
- Pneumococcal
- Hepatitis B
- Tdap
- Zoster vaccine
Seeing patients on a regular basis for diabetes care provides a great opportunity to remind them of the vaccines they need to stay
healthy.
For more information and resources you can share with
patients, click here.
Source: click here.
The Immunization Action Coalition shows one way to remember the adolescent vaccination schedule
Think 1–2–3:
- One Dose of Tdap
- Two Doses of Meningococcal Vaccine (at 11–12 years and at 16 years of age)
- Three Doses of HPV (with 1 dose at 11–12 years of age followed by 2 more doses over a 24-week period)
And influenza vaccine is easy to remember, too. It’s given every fall.
Click here for more information.
Guide to Routine MCV4 Immunization in Adolescent 11-18 Years Old
Click here for an easy-to-follow algorithm designed to help providers determine how many doses of MCV4 to give to their patients. |
Save the Date for Upcoming Webinars!
Educational Webinars
The Maine Immunization Program will now be hosting education webinars for new
vaccine coordinators. This training is required if you are new to this role. The first two will be held on following dates:
- Thursday, September 13th
- Thursday, September 26th.
Meningococcal Disease Prevention: Strengthening Protection in Adolescents
Please stay tuned for webinar times and call-in information.
How Vaccines Strengthen Your Baby's Immune System Infographic
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Babies are born with immune systems that can fight most germs, but there are some deadly diseases that they can't handle.
Click here to view the infographic and to learn more about how vaccines strengthen a baby's immune system and keep them safe from vaccine-preventable diseases.
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Updated Maine School Immunization Requirements Card
 Click here to view online.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Print Materials for Children and Adults
These CDC print materials describe the symptoms of infection, address commonly asked questions, and summarize how to implement the pneumococcal vaccination recommendations for children and adults. Click here to view the list online.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Timing for Adults
Pneumococcal Disease and the Vaccine (Shot) to Prevent It
Pneumococcal Vaccines (PCV13) and (PPSV23) Addressing common questions about pneumococcal vaccination for adults.
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