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Tools at Your Fingertips: Immunization Apps
Immunization apps can be a valuable tool to ensure you are referencing the most up-to-date immunization recommendations to patients.
2014-15 Influenza Season: A Year to Remember
Like most children’s hospitals, Children’s of MN received a high number of infectious diseases cases this flu season and sadly, four children died in our hospital of influenza this year, also a new record…They were toddlers to teens, healthy and with chronic conditions, and mostly unvaccinated.
Protect Family and Friends: Get Vaccinated!
You may know Kristen Bell from her role as Veronica Mars, or more recently, her role as the voice of Anna in Frozen. But, Kristen is also becoming well-known as she is the latest celebrity to publicly announce her pro-vaccine stance.
Why Are Measles Making a Comeback?
Measles infection is one of the most contagious infectious diseases, and may be associated with severe side effects including major neurologic damage and death. As the number of unvaccinated, susceptible children increase, the risk of an epidemic grows rapidly and is a true threat to all at-risk groups.
Stay Heart Healthy: Vaccines for Adults with Heart Disease
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) encourages you to use American Health Month to promote heart healthy behaviors and remind patients with heart disease about the importance of staying up-to-date with recommended vaccines – especially flu and pneumococcal vaccines – due to their increased risk of becoming ill with serious complications.
Quick Tips for Increasing Adolescent Vaccination Rates
A special thank you to Amy B. Middleman, MD, MPH, MSEd, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Chief, Section of Adolescent Medicine at University of Oklahoma…
Flu Care in Day Care
The growing focus on flu vaccination requirements for children enrolled in preschools and day care centers led the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) to release a report that examines the impact of these requirements in improving and maintaining higher vaccination rates among young children.