Healthcare Leader: How to Address Vaccine Anxiety

December 8, 2023

Addressing Vaccine Anxiety

National Influenza Vaccination Week runs from December 4-8 and is a great reminder that there's still time for everyone 6 months and older to get a flu vaccine this season. Vaccination is particularly important for people who are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications. It’s not too late to vaccinate! CDC has many resources to support your vaccine campaign including patient reminder messages, social media messages and printable posters.

Did you know that up to 10 percent of adults refuse vaccinations due to fear? Immunize.org just released clinical resources for both patients and healthcare professionals on “Addressing Vaccination Anxiety.” Resources include strategies for vaccination-related syncope and improving the vaccination experience. As always, visit our Immunization Resources page to help support your vaccine efforts. It’s Worth A Shot!

COVID-19 Hospitalizations, ED Visits Increase

The greatest number of COVID-19 cases continue to be seen in adults 75 years and older.

Long-term care facilities are seeing an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases, reporting 12.2/1000 cases for the week ending November 26.

Vaccination remains a vital tool to protect public health. One dose of the updated 2023-2024 Moderna, Pfizer, or Novavax vaccine is required for individuals to be considered up to date.

You can make a difference. Help keep your community safe and healthy. Remember to WAVE - ask "What About Vaccines?" at Every Encounter.

Who is Up-To-Date on COVID-19 Vaccines?

View the CDC map of COVID-19 up-to-date vaccinations and trend by age, sex and state.

Check Your Community's Stats

Upcoming Education

Topic	Description	Date/Time/Registration Link
Creating Your Roadmap for 2024 QAPI: Laying Your Foundation	During this first session in our four-part QAPI series, providers will learn how to build upon their current QAPI strengths and expand and sustain a culture of quality that engages leaders, frontline staff, patients, residents, care partners and the community.	December 12 1:30 - 2:30 pm ET
Health Related Social Needs Series Part IV	Addressing health-related social needs like food insecurity, housing instability, transportation needs, utility difficulties, and interpersonal safety can affect outcomes. Join us to learn to screen for and address social needs.	December 13 12 - 1 pm ET
IPRO ECHO: When the Pain Won’t Stop – Whole Person Care Addressing Chronic Pain	Session 4: Analgesics of the Future & Integrative Thinking about Patient Care	December 13 12 - 1 pm ET
How to Prepare for a Successful Joint Commission Health Equity Accreditation Survey	Learn tactics and tips for a more successful health equity accreditation survey and/or review process.	December 14 12 - 1 pm ET

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