National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) and Coadministration of Vaccines – Medriva

National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW)

National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is an annual reminder that flu vaccination is still essential for everyone 6 months and older, especially for high-risk groups such as pregnant women and young children. The Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) data indicates that flu vaccination coverage was notably lower last season, putting more people at risk for serious flu complications. The flu vaccine has proven effective in reducing the risk of illness, flu-related hospitalization, and death. Therefore, its crucial to utilize platforms such as social media, patient reminders, and printable posters to encourage flu vaccination during NIVW. Learn More

Simultaneous administration of vaccines is safe and encouraged to ensure individuals are up to date with all their recommended vaccines. The flu vaccine can be safely administered with the COVID-19 vaccine and the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine, where applicable. According to the CDC, there is no recommended waiting period between getting a flu vaccine and a COVID-19 vaccine. Learn More

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has taken an active role in promoting flu vaccinations by sending reminders to over 618,000 parents and guardians of children aged 6 17 years. The message emphasizes the importance of vaccination and provides resources for finding free or low-cost vaccine providers. It is important to note that Medicare, Medicaid, CHP+, and most private health insurers cover the full cost of the flu vaccine. Learn More

It is critical to protect our youngest population from the flu. Parents and caregivers should be informed about when and where to get their children vaccinated and the different types of flu vaccines approved for their age group. They should also be aware of the potential side effects of the flu vaccine. Learn More

Unfortunately, influenza vaccination rates have fallen behind last season, putting millions more people at risk of preventable illness and hospitalization. The CDCs Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report shows that seasonal influenza activity is on the rise in most parts of the country. Furthermore, there have been eight reported pediatric deaths associated with influenza during the 2023-24 season. These statistics underline the urgent need for increased flu vaccinations. Learn More

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National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) and Coadministration of Vaccines - Medriva