Maine Immunization Program

Weekly Update

December 19, 2025

• Cooler Return Reminder
• QR Code Links to All Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)
• New Training Opportunity - Building Clinician Confidence in Pediatric Flu Vaccination

Thank you for all that you do and continue to do to keep Mainer's free from vaccine-preventable diseases!

From all of us at the Maine Immunization Program, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season!

Please note that state offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, and will reopen on Monday, December 29. 

Cooler Return Reminder

There are currently two types of qualified coolers used to ship vaccines:

MUST BE RETURNED:

• EcoFlex Coolers - Used for all frozen shipments and most medium, large and extra-large refrigerated shipments. Return instructions are printed on the inner flap of the box.

CAN BE DISCARDED:

• KoolTemp Coolers - Used for most small, refrigerated shipments. 

Each cooler includes a flyer with instructions on whether and how to return the cooler for reuse or recycling. 

IMPORTANT: Providers must follow the cooler return process. Failure to return EcoFlex coolers may result in additional costs to the VFC Program. 

QR Code Links to All Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)

QR Code Links to All Vaccine Information Statements (VISs) As a reminder, we encourage providers to make VISs available to patients at each vaccination visit, either by providing a printed copy or by sharing the QR code link above. Please ensure the most current version of the VIS is provided at the time of vaccination.

New Training Opportunity - Building Clinician Confidence in Pediatric Flu Vaccination

The Unbiased Science: Flu Vaccine Interactive Escape Room is an an interactive training featuring realistic clinical scenarios designed to strengthen clinician knowledge and confidence when addressing questions about pediatric flu vaccination.