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11/23/22 Respiratory syncytial, influenza and SARS CoV 2 viruses are already wreaking havoc across the US.  Some referring to the current disease climate as a “tripledemic”. Although an RSV vaccine is not yet available, there are for flu and...

10/20/22 The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted unanimously to add the COVID 19 vaccine to the routine childhood immunization schedule. In addition to this development the COVID 19 vaccine will be included in the Vaccines For Children program. ...

10/12/22 Not all influenza vaccines are equivalent, from AstraZeneca’s Flumist® to Sanofi Pasteur’s Fluzone®HD, medical practices can tailor their flu vaccine inventory to fit their patient demographic.  Regardless of the patient type there are influenza immunization...

10/5/22 For those who are fortunate enough to survive the infection by Neisseria meningitidis serotypes A, C, Y, W or B, permanent long term disabilities could result.  Brain damage, learning disabilities, limb amputation and/or hearing loss. These infections can and...

9/22/22 Although humans may be tiring of talk of pandemics, infectious diseases, vaccines, masks and the like, the pathogens will not tire.  Our current apathy and circumstances this season may give the influenza viruses a prime opportunity.  The influenza virus has...

 9/20/22 NIOX is a dedicated diagnostics and management company focused on asthma. Their market-leading NIOX® products are used by physicians around the world to help improve asthma diagnosis and management, and they support their customers with dedication to...

9/8/2022 According to the epidemiological data reports on Australia, their season was the worst in 5 years! Considering the continuing COVID-19 infections here, it could amount to double trouble. Quadrivalent influenza vaccines are currently being shipped to...

9/1/22 Moderna’s upcoming events detailing the their COVID-19 Vaccine, Bivalent authorization for use. Content will include: ·       Safety and efficacy data supporting EUA ·       ACIP...

8/24/22 Medical Practice Purchasing Group has added Dynavax and their powerhouse 2 dose only Hepatitis B vaccine, Heplisav-B® to their impressive list of vaccine manufacturer partners.  With the ACIP’s universal HepB vaccine recommendation for all adults over 19,...

8/2/22 On June 22nd, 2022, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to preferentially recommend the use of higher dose flu vaccines or adjuvanted flu vaccine over standard-dose unadjuvanted flu vaccines. If none of these vaccines are available at...

7/12/2022 Moderna will presenting updated information for healthcare professionals in 4 scheduled webinars.  Review the options below then complete the REGISTRATION. Immunization protocols as well as dosing varies for certain age groups Physicians and their staff...

6/22/23 Merck’s 15 valent conjugated pneumonia vaccine PCV15, VAXNEUVANCE™ received FDA approval for use in pediatric patients today. VAXNEUVANCE™ may be used now to prevent disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A,...

6/2/22 Sanofi Pasteur is offering a complimentary vaccine coding and billing webinar as well as support resources to assist providers in receiving appropriate vaccine reimbursement and professional administration services reimbursement.  Visit the...

5/27/22 Fortunately, summer is a great time to get patients in for their available vaccines #MenACYW & #MenB!  Curious about vaccination rates in your state?  Don’t delay reach out to patients today! Vaccine manufacturers Sanofi Pasteur, Pfizer and Merck all have...

5/12/22 Pediatricians might try ordering some formula from McKesson if samples are running low.  Although there are allocations with distributors, it is another source.  Providers might also suggest parents check with smaller retailers in addition to the...