Search results for "Adult Immunization"
General internists crucial to raising adult immunization rates
The single most important factor in promoting adult immunization is strong advocacy from a physician, and the recommendation of a general internist is a vital factor in whether patients receive needed vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/10/immunization.htm
1 Oct 2015
ACP receives 4-year federal award to increase adult immunization rates nationwide
The award enables ACP to expand its 7-state evidence-based program to increase adult vaccination rates, which was funded by the CDC for 2013-2015.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/22/5.htm
22 Sep 2015
New ACP adult immunization initiative to teach residents
A new, free program from ACP's Quality Connect will teach residents about the science of adult immunizations and provide evidence-based strategies for increasing vaccination rates.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/12/09/8.htm
9 Dec 2014
ACIP adult vaccine schedule updated for 2014
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) just announced its recommended 2014 adult immunization schedule.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/04/1.htm
4 Feb 2014
ACP resources available to help boost adult immunizations
With flu season approaching, now is the time for physicians to recommend flu shots to their patients and assess their vaccine needs.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/10/08/6.htm
8 Oct 2013
Keep up with vaccine recommendations
New vaccines and their recommendations have added complexity and made it tough to stay current. For patients, the extra costs can be prohibitive. Learn how to stay abreast of the requirements and engage patients on the issue.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/09/vaccines.htm
1 Sep 2013
Two ACP Practice Advisor modules approved for MOC points
New components have been added to ACP Practice Advisor modules on diabetes and adult immunization to help physicians achieve 20 Self-evaluation of Practice Performance points towards Maintenance of Certification (MOC) through the American Board of Internal Medicine. ACP Practice Advisor is the online practice support tool formerly called Medical Home Builder.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/08/13/6.htm
13 Aug 2013
Vaccine recommendations updated for pneumococcus, Tdap and flu
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) issued a new adult immunization schedule that adds the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, updates Tdap regimens for the elderly and pregnant women, and eliminates the egg-allergy exception for influenza vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/01/29/2.htm
29 Jan 2013
Want to improve adult immunization rates? Get out of the way.
Yul Ejnes, MD, MACP, continues his column at KevinMD.com, sharing his strategies for improving adult immunization rates.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/10/16/8.htm
16 Oct 2012
ACP offers resources to help raise adult immunization rates
Several resources are available to help physicians and health care professionals ensure that patients receive the correct immunizations in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/10/16/9.htm
16 Oct 2012