From Inoculation to Innovation: The Historical and Ethical Journey of Vaccination

Join the New Jersey Immunization Network for a thought-provoking webinar that will delve into the life-saving global impact of vaccines, explore the roots of vaccine hesitancy and organized opposition, and unpack the ethical questions surrounding mandates, informed consent, and global access. Through real-world case studies and predictive models, we’ll also examine the far-reaching public health implications of both vaccine acceptance and refusal. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with history, ethics, and science in one compelling conversation, led by guest speakers David Cennimo, MD, and Luis Alzate-Duque, MD. CME is available When: June 30, 2025 from 3:00-6:00 pm Click here Read More …

Free Event: Measles in a Time of Uncertainty

Measles in a Time of Uncertainty: What to Tell Your Patients Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EDT Measles is surging—are you ready to diagnose, manage, and protect your patients? The US eliminated measles—or so we thought. But now, outbreaks are back, fueled by declining vaccination rates, misinformation, and increased travel. Do you know the latest epidemiology, clinical warning signs, and how to stop the spread? Key Takeaways: Can’t make it to the event? Register now to receive the recording afterward. SPEAKERS Paul A. Offit, MD, is the director of the Vaccine Education Center at the Children’s Read More …

CDC Director says COVID Vaccine Won’t Be Widely Available Until Mid-2021

CBS News | Audrey McNamara | Sept 16, 2020 The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) told lawmakers on Wednesday that he doesn’t expect a potential COVID-19 vaccine to be available for most Americans until the middle of next year, even as the government unveiled plans to begin distributing a vaccine as soon as possible. Read More

WHO and UNICEF warn of a decline in vaccinations during COVID-19

GENEVA/NEW YORK, 15 July 2020 – The World Health Organization and UNICEF warned today of an alarming decline in the number of children receiving life-saving vaccines around the world. This is due to disruptions in the delivery and uptake of immunization services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to new data by WHO and UNICEF, these disruptions threaten to reverse hard-won progress to reach more children and adolescents with a wider range of vaccines, which has already been hampered by a decade of stalling coverage. Read more