FACTS IN FOCUS:
Your Trusted Guide to Vaccine News, Resources, and Events
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New Jersey is among the jurisdictions included in CDC measles surveillance updates this spring, highlighting the importance of continued vigilance around routine immunization, early identification of symptoms, and family outreach regarding vaccine-preventable diseases.
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| Recent federal updates indicate additional changes to the structure and mission of ACIP, the committee responsible for informing vaccine recommendations and insurance coverage decisions. Ongoing developments may shape future vaccine guidance and are important for providers to monitor. | |
| | | The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) will roll out updated immunization guidance this fall, reaffirming its commitment to evidence-based recommendations in the best interest of children. The guidance will include updates on flu, RSV, COVID-19, and HPV vaccines, as well as a 2027 immunization schedule. These efforts come amid ongoing disruption within federal advisory groups, prompting the AAP to continue its long-standing role in providing clear, science-driven vaccine guidance. | | | | | Measles cases in the U.S. have exceeded 2,000, reaching nearly 90% of last year’s record total, with the majority occurring in unvaccinated children and teens. Health experts warn that continued gaps in vaccination coverage may threaten measles elimination status. At the same time, pediatric flu deaths have risen to 179 this season, reinforcing the importance of routine immunizations to protect child health. | | | | | Cervical cancer, largely caused by HPV, is increasingly preventable through vaccination and routine screening. New public health initiatives and evolving technologies are improving access to care, but gaps in vaccination, screening, and follow-up remain key challenges in the U.S. and globally. | | | | | A new national poll shows trust in federal public health agencies has dropped sharply over the past year, particularly among certain demographic groups. Despite this decline, most Americans continue to support childhood vaccinations and school immunization requirements, highlighting a complex landscape of skepticism toward institutions alongside sustained confidence in vaccines. | | | |
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AAP July Vaccine Communications Workshop
July 22 at 1pm ET for AAP's Vaccine Communications workshop | Join Jake Engle and Kelsey Suter from Upswing Research & Strategy, Dr. Ross Newman and Jenn Nimke and Kathryn Beard from AAP's social media team in a discussion about successfully messaging the importance of vaccines on TikTok.
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Ensuring Practice Sustainability for Pediatric Immunization Infrastructure
Pediatric practices are the backbone of our nation’s immunization infrastructure, but sustaining this work requires adequate payment. Use this AAP fact sheet to understand the full scope of immunization costs, from vaccine acquisition to storage, staffing, and administration, and to support payer discussions that ensure financially sustainable vaccine delivery.
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ACPM Vaccine Confident Interactive Toolkit
Download the full Vaccine Confident Interactive Toolkit to receive all available resources.
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Childhood Immunizations: Common Questions
Tackle how to answer some common questions asked my parents, caregivers, and families about childhood immunizations, why they are important and necessary to receive.
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The Pediatric Pulse: Strengthening NJ Vaccines for Children (VFC) Insight from Pediatric Practices Across NJ
Please take a moment to complete this short VFC survey. Your feedback will help identify what works well, where administrative or operational challenges exist, and how the program can better support pediatric practices across NJ.
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6 Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes & Ticks: Information for Families
Explanation from HealthyChildren.org on some of the diseases spread by mosquitoes and ticks, and what parents need to know about them.
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Vaccine Safety: Examine the Evidence
Vaccines are under constant study. For a vaccine to become part of the AAP Recommended Immunization Schedule, it must be tested in many steps, found safe and be closely monitored. Safety testing begins as soon as a new vaccine is made and clinical trials start. Evidence of safety continues to be gathered for as long as a vaccine is in use.
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Rotavirus in Children: Symptoms, Treatment & Why the Vaccine Matters
Rotavirus causes intestinal infections, leading to vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. It's a highly contagious virus that damages the cells of the small intestine. Outbreaks often happen in child care centers and spread through ingestion of contaminated food or water.
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How to Protect Children With Weakened Immune Systems Against Infections
While your child is busy playing and learning, their immune system is also at work. It responds to the thousands of germs your child comes across every day. A healthy immune system generally handles many germs well. Vaccines help it learn quickly how to recognize and respond to certain bacteria and viruses that cause serious diseases.
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35th Annual School Health Conference
Oct. 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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The School Health Conference is dedicated to keeping you abreast of the latest best practices in pediatrics.
Whether you are looking to obtain continuing (CNE/CME) credits or dedicated to lifelong learning,
this conference provides a large selection of educational opportunities. In addition to the education offered in our program, the NJAAP also showcases the latest pediatric resources and innovations in School Health.
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The mission of the New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (NJAAP) is the attainment of optimal health, safety and well-being of New Jersey’s infants, children, adolescents, young adults and promotion of pediatricians, primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical sub specialists and pediatric surgical specialists as the best qualified of all health professionals to provide child healthcare.
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