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3/8/18 An extensive new study adds yet more vaccine safety data to an already huge collection.  The research published in The Journal of the American Medical Association ( JAMA ) reports that the theory of overloading an infant’s immune system is highly...

3/1/18 Henry Schein partners with MPPG to offer discounts to purchasing group members.  Henry Schein boasts over 190,000 medical, pharmaceutical and surgical products.  They have a comprehensive medical supply catalog that is a brand-generic equivalent guide for both...

2/28/18 Don’t be shy, reserve NOW, your next season’s flu vaccine supply. They can easily help you at www.vaccineshoppe.com or 1800-VACCINE. Breathe a sigh of relief and have peace of mind, this important task is now behind.

2/27/18 The World Health Organization has announced their recommendations for the influenza strains to be included in the 2018-19 Northern Hemisphere flu vaccine. It is recommended that quadrivalent vaccines for use in the 2018-2019 northern hemisphere...

2/22/18   ACIP changes policy to include Flumist, the intranasal flu vaccine, as an option for Influenza Immunization for the upcoming 2018-2019 Season.  This information was reported in CIDRAP  and may be welcome news for many pediatric practices across the US...

2/21/18 Lakshmi Sukumaran of the CDC et. al. conducted a case control study on expectant mothers and found there was no association of the use of Tdap or Influenza vaccine and the risk of infant death or hospitalizations.  The study results are reported in the...

2/20/18 This article by Fierce Healthcare.com shares 4 steps to cut down on patient no-shows.  This is a frustrating and costly problem for many practices but can be improved. Educate patients on the importance of showing up for appointments Prioritize patient...

2/19/18 This is a poignant story shared and reported in The Washington Post.  It’s a mother’s reflection on her child’s fight with influenza and why he survived.  It also reports on another mother’s story that unfortunately, did not end as well.  Pediatricians may...

2/15/18 A study published yesterday in The Journal of Infectious Diseases reported the high-dose Influenza vaccine is 38% more effective in preventing laboratory confirmed flu in the elderly when compared to the standard flu vaccine.  There were other advantages...

2/13/18 It’s that designated week, February 11-17 to remind practices and parents alike to review the immunization status of their preteen patients or children.  There are several practice resources and suggestions to assist physicians in this important...

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2/6/18 The ACIP’s 2018 Immunization Schedules and recommendations for all age groups & catch ups are now available on the CDC’s website.  There have been some important changes from the 2017 schedule, particularly for adults.  These updates range from Shingles and...

2/1/18 The updated vaccine price list has been posted on the CDC site.  This information on the contracted pricing is relevant for special immunization programs not for private providers, i.e. The Vaccines For Children program, also known as VFC.  Private sector...

1/31/18 “There is no satisfactory substitute for excellence.”- A. BECKMAN

1/30/18 This article in Medscape reports on a small survey taken by Laura Hurley, MD MPH at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Children’s Hospital Colorado, Aurora and colleagues.  It is suggested that perhaps some additional measures could be taken to...