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NJIN Monthly Newsletter
March 2024
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Ah, spring. Winter may have its charms, but there's nothing quite like the moment when the world begins to wake up from its cold weather slumbers.
NJIN is excited to begin this new season with our membership. We are planning new and exciting educational webinars as well as new lectures at our general membership meetings. At the March 20th general membership meeting, Dr. John A. Dodson, NYU Langone, will present: The Importance of Immunization Among People with Multiple Chronic Conditions - A Subspecialist's Perspective.
We sincerely hope that you will join us for this lecture.
In this edition of the NJIN monthly newsletter, we present several
vaccine-related articles and updates related to topics such as Measles, RSV, Flu, and COVID-19.
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The Important of Immunization Among People with Multiple Chronic Conditions: A Subspecialist's Perspective
NJIN General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, March 20th
12:00pm-1:00pm
Speaker
John A. Dodson, MD, MPH
Cardiologist
Associate Professor, NYU Langone Medical Center
Director, Geriatric Cardiology Program, NYU Langone Medical Center
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Approaches to Address Common Vaccine Myths and Decrease Hesitancy
NJIN Webinar
Friday, May 10th
8:30am-9:45am
Speakers
Brooke Cherven, PhD, MPH, RN, CPON
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Emory University School of
Medicine, Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, Children’s
Healthcare of Atlanta
Melinda Butsch-Kovacic, PhD, MPH
Professor and Associate Dean of Research, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Registration and additional details to follow.
CME credits will be made available.
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Spotlight:
HPV Awareness Day
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Developed in 2018 by the International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS), International HPV Awareness Day is marked annually now on March 4th and is an annual opportunity to educate about Human Papillomavirus, its associated cancers, and prevention tips against the virus. | |
International HPV Awareness Day 2024: Spotlight on Vaccination and Early Detection | |
HPV Awareness Day: Expert Available for Comment on Importance of HPV Vaccination for Cancer Prevention | |
Featured Articles and Resources | |
Click the button below for a one page infographic on measles and how to identify and respond to positive cases. | |
CDC: Measles Cases and Outbreaks | |
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The United States continues to see an alarming number of new measles cases emerging, including here in New Jersey.
As of March 7, 2024, a total of 45 measles cases were reported by 17 jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York City, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington.
Click the button below for the CDC's weekly updated page on measles cases and outbreaks
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COVID-19 and Flu - Current Epidemic Growth Status (Based on Rt) for States and Territories
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This interactive tool from the CDC allows users to view the current COVID-19 and flu epidemic growth status for all US states and territories.
Key Points:
- As of March 2, 2024, we estimate that COVID-19 infections are growing or likely growing in 0 states and territories, declining or likely declining in 28 states and territories, and are stable or uncertain in 22 states and territories.
- As of March 2, 2024, we estimate that influenza infections are growing or likely growing in 9 states and territories, declining or likely declining in 20 states and territories, and are stable or uncertain in 19 states and territories.
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Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report
(CDC FluView)
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Key Points (Updated March 8)
- An annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect against the flu and vaccination helps prevent infection and can also prevent serious outcomes in people who get vaccinated but still get sick with flu.
- Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated nationally with increases in some parts of the country.
- CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get an annual flu vaccine as long as influenza viruses are spreading.2 Vaccination now can still provide benefit this season.
- CDC estimates that there have been at least 28 million illnesses, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 20,000 deaths from flu so far this season.
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Flu viruses are among several viruses that contribute to respiratory disease activity. CDC is providing updated, integrated information about COVID-19, flu, and RSV activity on a weekly basis.
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Weekly US Map: Influenza Summary Update (CDC) | |
This interactive map from the CDC allows users to view Influenza-like-illness (ILI) activity levels across the United States over time. Users can explore a number of features, including the ability to click on any state and be redirected to state-level surveillance tools and other resources. | |
Spotlight:
Vaccines for Children
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For resources and information on the New Jersey VFC program, including the newly updated provider manual, click the links below.
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Upcoming Events and Meetings | |
Measles: All We Need to Know
Essex Metro Immunization Coalition Meeting
Wednesday, March 27th
12:00pm-1:00pm
Nursing CE Available
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March 20, 2024 (Wed)
NJIN General Membership
12:00pm - 1:00pm
March 27, 2024 (Wed)
NJIN Education and Events Committee
1:00pm - 2:00pm
April 10, 2024 (Wed)
NJIN Steering Committee
8:30am - 9:30am
More NJIN Events 2024
September 2024 - Date TBA
Back to School Webinar
October 30, 2024
Adult Immunization Conference Webinar
Fall 2024
Flu Warriors Festivals
NJIN has begun the process of planning several Flu Warriors Festivals for the Fall of 2024. Events will be held across the state of New Jersey and will target areas with large uninsured and underserved populations. Attendees will be provided with the opportunity to receive flu and COVID-19 vaccines along with educational materials on vaccine-preventable infectious diseases.
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We Want to Hear From You! | |
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We at NJIN would like to encourage input from our newsletter readers. Any suggestions on topics, resources, or other ideas that you'd like to see included going forward are welcome!
Please share your feedback with NJIN Director Maria Sciancalepore via email at msciancalepore@njaap.org.
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