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An immunization update from the Minnesota Department of Health.

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April 2013 (PDF:185KB/1 page)

Proposed changes to the School and Child Care Immunization Law
Limited availability of Pediarix vaccine
Updated meningococcal recommendations published
MnVFC semi-annual reports due May 31
MMR vaccine may be indicated for adult travelers to Europe
MIIC forcasting upgrade in May!
Tdap and pregnancy: A clarification
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2013

Got Your Shots? Special National Infant Immunization Week Edition (PDF:373KB/1 page)

This edition includes resources for having conversations with parents and pregnant women about immunizations:
- For first time expectant or new parents
- Storytelling
- Hot topics
- Waiting room images
- Making the CASE for vaccines

March 2013 (PDF:158KB/1 page)

Immunization billboards and bus ads
New PCV13 recommendation
Storage and handling: Thermometer probe placement
National Infant Immunization Week is coming!
MIIC Tip: Order new MIIC print materials
Got Your Shots Immunization Conference: Save the date!
MN Coalition for Adult Immunization Conference
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February 2013 (PDF:203KB/1 page)

2013 childhood and adult immunization schedules
Tdap at every pregnancy
HPV uptake
MIIC Tip: Compare childhood immunization rates
Nominate an Immunization Champion!
MnVFC flu vaccine pre-book: Feb. 19 - March 1
Storage and handling: Continuous temperature monitoring
Vaccine ordering in MIIC reminder

Got Your Shots? Special Edition February 2013 (PDF:232KB/1 page)

Childhood Immunization Champion Award Call for Nominations

Got Your Shots? Special Edition January 2013 (PDF:124KB/1 page)

Influenza vaccine exchange forum for privately-purchased vaccine

January 2013 (PDF:200KB/1 page)

MDH vaccine ordering in MIIC
Thank you to Dr. Dawn Martin!
2013 Immunization schedules
VAERS reminder
Flu FAQ
Current VISs, January 2013
Vaccine Information Statements are required by law
MIIC Tip: Document all flu vaccinations in MIIC
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