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National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) & Toddler Immunization Month (TIM) 2012

National Infant Immunization Week & Toddler Immunization Month 2012

NIIW is April 21 - 28 & TIM is celebrated through May 2012

Influenza (Flu)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older get their yearly flu vaccine as soon as vaccines become available in their community.
CDPH Influenza (flu) information
2011-2012 Influenza (flu) season: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Cases are widespread. All Californians, especially close contacts to infants and all health care workers, should be immunized against pertussis.
About Pertussis (Whooping Cough) and Vaccination
Spanish TV PSA featuring a mother who lost her son to pertussisNew Window
CDPH Broadens Recommendations for Vaccinating Against Pertussis | en Español
CDPH Pertussis Immunization Policy July 2010New Window
Number of Cases of Pertussis in California: Pertussis Summary Reports
Prevention Materials for the Public & Providers

Pneumococcal Disease
Health Advisory: Fatal Pneumococcal DiseaseNew Window

Measles
Cases continue to rise and is highly contagious! Find more current information and materials on the measles disease page.
CDPH Measles Health AdvisoryNew Window
About Measles and Vaccination

News and Events
Publications & Forms
Guidelines
General Information
For Providers
 
 
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