The CDC will host a netconference to discuss immunization updates on April 2, 2014 (12:00-1:00 PM EDT). The updates will include discussions on the control of Serogroup B Meningococcal outbreaks, 2014 ACIP Hib vaccination statement, and CDC immunization resources for providers. Register here. 

Plan Now for National Infant Immunization Week: April 26-May 3, 2014   

National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) will focus attention on the critical role vaccination plays to protect infants and children from serious disease. Helpful planning resources and ready-to-use promotional materials such as video PSAs, sample Tweets and Facebook posts, and drop-in articles are available on the NIIW website.  

Reminder: Register now for the National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions
The 11th National Conference on Immunization and Health Coalitions will be held in Seattle on May 21-23, 2014. Attendees will have the opportunity to: 1) learn how to use collaboration and partnership to improve the health status of their communities; 2) engage with world-class speakers such as Dr. David Williams and Dr. Bill Foege; 3) participate in the design and launch of a social media campaign with Every Child by Two; 4) connect with colleagues (and potential partners) from across the nation; and 5) attend the first-ever NCIHC Film Festival featuring award-winning documentaries.

The Second Southeast Regional Health Impact Assessment Summit, July 30 - August 1, 2014, Davidson, NC

The Second Southeast Regional Health Impact Assessment (HIA) Summit will be held July 30-August 1, 2014, in Davidson, NC. The Summit will feature a keynote address by Michael Skipper, Executive Director of the Nashville Metropolitan Planning Organization, and provide those interested in promoting health in the Southeastern United States an opportunity to network, learn the basics of HIA, share case studies, listen to presentations by HIA experts, earn continuing education credits, and much more.

The 2014 HIA of the Americas Workshop, September 15 - 16, 2014, Oakland, CA 

2014 will mark the fifth convening of HIA practitioners for the HIA of the Americas Workshop. The objectives of this two-day workshop are to: 1) build a community of HIA practitioners by offering an intimate forum to network and share ideas and tools that elevate the practice of HIA; and 2) promote excellence in HIA by sharing best practices, tackling challenging HIA related issues, and disseminating resources and work products developed by the HIA of the Americas working groups. Attendees at the two-day workshop will learn and share ideas with a diverse group of HIA practitioners through presentations and small working groups. Visit here for additional information about the workshop and how to register.

Immunization Excellence Awards Nominations Due April 1, 2014

The National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit is soliciting nominations for its 2014 Immunization Excellence Awards.  These awards recognize individuals or organizations that have made extraordinary contributions towards improving vaccination rates within their communities during calendar year 2013. The awards are given in these five categories: Adult Immunization, Overall Flu, Healthcare Personnel Campaign, Immunization Neighborhood Champion  and Corporate. Nominate yourself, others, or refer this information to colleagues who might have a good submission. Full details here. 

Billing and Sustainable Series: Implementation and Improvement Strategies for STD and Other Public Health Programs Webinar

This three-part series is designed for state and local STD and other public health programs interested in billing and revenue cycle management to support program sustainability. Together, the three sessions offer an overall framework as well as specific strategies for implementation and improvement of third-party billing across the revenue cycle. For more information, and to register, click here.