It can be difficult to estimate true population level estimates of immunization during pregnancy. Surveys and research studies have been designed to give an estimate, but both have biases that need to be considered. Certain subpopulations may not be considered…
In recent years, Wisconsin local health departments (LHDs) have noticed a decline in the number adults seeking immunization services. This resulted in concern regarding community protection against vaccine preventable diseases as well as the ability for LHDs to retain their…
In New Jersey, estimated influenza vaccination rate for those ages 6 months and older was 48.1% for the 2017-2018 flu season. There has been little improvement to the rate over the past few years. Two factors that play into low…
Kentucky is currently experiencing the largest hepatitis A infection outbreak in recent history. The state average cases for the past five years is 19. From the outbreak declared in November 2017 to July 10, 2018 there have been 1,034 diagnosed…
The Washington State Office of Immunization and Child Profile (OICP) worked with the Washington State Pharmacy Association (WSPA) to increase pharmacists’ use of the Washington State Immunization Information System (IIS).
The Washington State Office of Immunization and Child Profile (OICP) worked with community and migrant health centers to conduct quality improvement activities aimed at increasing adult immunization rates.
The Utah Immunization Program (UIP) conducted targeted site visits to long-term care facilities to increase adult vaccine coverage rates and promote participation in the statewide immunization registry.
The Utah Immunization Program supported local health district (LHD) efforts to increase adult immunization activities through outreach to employers.
The Rhode Island Immunization Program works with Community Health Centers to utilize vaccine companies’ patient assistance programs to secure vaccines for uninsured adults.
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), in conjunction with its Flu Task Force, modified regulations pertaining to health care worker (HCW) immunization requirements to require annual flu vaccination.