NIIW (National Infant Immunization Week)
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is a yearly observance highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs). This year, in particular, it’s critical to ensure that families stay on track for children’s routine checkups and recommended vaccinations — even during COVID-19.
A CDC report released in May 2020 found a troubling drop in routine childhood vaccination as a result of families staying at home. CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that children stay on track with their well-child appointments and routine vaccinations even during the pandemic. As in-person learning and play become more common, on-time vaccination is even more urgent to help provide immunity against 14 serious diseases.
NIIW 2021 is April 24 – May 1, 2021.
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All staff in healthcare practices, including non-clinical staff, play important roles during NIIW. To highlight childhood immunizations this NIIW:
- Build a culture of immunization in your organization: 10 Ways to Create a Culture of Immunization Within Our Pediatric Practice
- Learn simple tips for talking with parents about childhood vaccines
- Use #ivax2protect on your social media posts to share why you support infant immunizations
Access materials for healthcare professionals, parents and pregnant women, including infographics, animated graphics, fact sheets, immunization schedules and more.