Global Awareness: Making this the Decade of Adult Immunization May 20, 2014 - Worcester, MA L to R: Alfred DeMaria, Jr., MD, gives the keynote address; Boston University Student Health Services Immunization Team receives their award; Sue Tapia, LPN, Sidney Borum Jr Health Center receives her award. We are immensely grateful to the […]
Celebrating 20 Years of Improving Adult Immunization: Accomplishments, Challenges, Opportunities The twentieth annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference was held on April 14, 2015 in Marlborough MA. The conference provides participants with the most current adult immunization information and encourages the expansion of immunization activities in facilities, businesses and communities. Clockwise from top: Bob Morrison (MDPH), […]
The 21st Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference: Every Encounter Counts The 21st annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference was held on April 27th, 2016 in Marlborough MA. This conference provides participants with the most current adult immunization information and encourages the expansion of immunization activities in facilities, businesses and communities. From left to right: Robyn […]
The 22nd Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference: Building Networks To Vaccinate The Village The 22nd Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference was held on April 25th, 2017 in Marlborough, MA. This conference provides participants with the most current adult immunization information and encourages the expansion of immunization activities in facilities, businesses and communities. 2017 MA Adult […]
Meeting minutes MDPH Update - Dr. Susan Lett Flu Update - Joyce Cohen New Shingles Vaccine - Rich Aceto For more information and to answer any additional questions regarding SHINGRIX please call the GSK Medical Affairs Department (877) 356-8368, 8a-8p Adult and College Health Immunization Rates - Kathryn Ahnger-Pier Education and Outreach Updates - Rebecca […]
The 23rd Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference: Knowledge Is Key The 23rd Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference was held on April 10th, 2018 in Marlborough, MA. This conference provides participants with the most current adult immunization information and encourages the expansion of immunization activities in facilities, businesses and communities. 2018 MA Adult Immunization Conference brochure, Conference […]
Meeting minutes Conference Debrief and Educational Updates - Rebecca Vanucci LAIV Update - Susan Lett Shingrix Update - Katie Reilly New adult HepB vaccine - Mark Miller For more information and to answer any additional questions regarding HeplisavB, please contact Mark Miller. Pharmacy Collaboration Projects - Elicia DeParolesa, Osco Pharmacy Meeting Materials Handout
Meeting minutes MDPH Influenza Update - Joyce Cohen 2018-2019 Flu Recommendations and Communication Plans - Katie Reilly and Rebecca Vanucci Hepatitis A Outbreak in Persons Experiencing Homelessness and Substance Use Disorder - Dan Church and Lindsay Bouton New Bedford Hepatitis B Update - Katie Reilly Meeting Materials Handout
Meeting Minutes Flu Update & Recommendations - Joyce Cohen Update on Hepatitis A Outbreak in Persons Experiencing Homelessness and Substance Use Disorder - Lindsay Bouton Adult and College Health Immunization Data Overview - Kathryn Ahnger-Pier Meeting Materials Handout
The 24th Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference: Finding the Way To Health Conference brochure, Conference Website The 24th Annual MA Adult Immunization conference was held on April 2nd, 2019 at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Conference Center. This conference provides participants with the most current adult immunization information and encourages the expansion of immunization activities […]
Meeting minutes Health Equity and Vaccinations in MA - Rodrigo Monterrey Resource: Flu Vaccine for Everyone: Reaching and Engaging Diverse Communities Flu Update and Measles Update - Joyce Cohen MMR Rates in the MIIS - Kathryn Ahnger-Pier American Cancer Society materials: Mission: HPV Cancer Free campaign overview Mission: HPV Cancer Free volunteer description ACS Partner […]
Meeting Minutes 2019-2020 Prepare Your Practice to Fight Flu Update - Susan Lett Reference Materials list Brockton Neighborhood Health Center's Response to Hepatitis A Outbreak Among Homeless and Those with Substance use Disorders - Martha Ayano
Agenda Recent Updated for HPV Vaccination in Adults - Rebecca Perkins Flu Season 2019-2020/Coronavirus Update - Joyce Cohen and Adam Muir Pneumococcal Vaccine Update - Susan Lett Updated ACIP Recommendations for Td and Tdap Vaccines Updated ACIP Recommendations for Use of PCV13 and PPSV23 Vaccines in Those 65 and Older CDC Recommendations, Scenarios and Q&As […]
25th Annual Adult Immunization Virtual Conference How Far We've Come Together Tuesday, April 14, 2020 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 situation, this was a virtual Conference Conference website, Conference brochure The 25th annual MA Adult Immunization Conference was held virtually (due to the current COVID-19 pandemic) on Tuesday, April 14th, […]
Meeting minutes Meeting Introduction & Conference Summary - Amy Sgueglia MIIS - Tricia Charles COVID-19 & MIS-C - Katherine Hsu Influenza Prevention in the Era of COVID-19 - Susan Lett Flu and COVID-19 - Joyce Cohen and Adam Muir Meeting Resource Links - June 2020
Meeting Minutes Meeting Slides & High Risk Adult Immunization Project - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC MDPH Flu update - Susan Lett, MDPH PrepMod & Flu Clinic Materials for LBOH - Brittany Rahall, Commonwealth Medicine Meeting resource links
Meeting Minutes Main slide deck – Amy Sgueglia COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations – Susan Lett
26th Annual MA Adult Immunization Virtual Conference Immunizations: Adapting During Challenging Times Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this was a virtual conference Conference website, Conference brochure The 26th annual MA Adult Immunization Conference was held virtual (due to the current COVID-19 pandemic) on Tuesday, April […]
Meeting Minutes Main slide deck – Amy Sgueglia COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations – Susan Lett Vaccine Ambassador Program – Nassira Nicola
Meeting Minutes Main slide deck – Amy Sgueglia Influenza Vaccine Recommendations and COVID-19 Vaccine Updates – Andrew Kroger
Meeting Minutes Main Slide deck (includes COVID-19 Vaccine update slides from Laurie Courtney) Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, all meetings will be held virtually until further notice.
27th Annual MA Adult Immunization Virtual Conference Trials, Transitions & Triumphs Tuesday, April 5, 2022 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this was a virtual conference Conference website, Conference brochure The 27th annual MA Adult Immunization Conference was held virtual (due to the current COVID-19 pandemic) on Tuesday, April 5th, […]
Vimeo video link | ACIP Pneumococcal Vaccine Updates Slide deck Please join the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition and Dr. Camille Kotton of Mass General Hospital and the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for an educational session around the recent updates to Pneumococcal Vaccine. This free event will run on Thursday, June 9, 2022, […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC Slide deck & Conference Update - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC Immunization Update - Christy Norton, MDPH MA Vaccine Confidence Project https://www.cdc.gov/flu/spotlights/2021-2022/specific-vaccines-seniors.htm- Cynthia McReynolds, MCAAP Update on the ACIP vote on Enhanced Influenza Vaccines (EIVs) - Andrey Rennekamp, SeqirusReference articles: Predicting Seasonal Influenza - Zhang et al. 2019, Australian Flu Report 2022 […]
CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity CDC and FDA Update: Interim Clinical Considerations for Monkeypox Vaccine Information and Zoom information at this link Overview The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the JYNNEOS vaccine. The EUA allows healthcare providers to administer the vaccine by intradermal injection for […]
2022-2023 Influenza Vaccination Recommendations and Guidance on Coadministration with COVID-19 Vaccines Visit the COCA website for a webinar link and more information A few minutes before the webinar begins, please click the link below to join: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1608206056 Overview During this COCA Call, presenters will provide updates on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations […]
COCA Call - Recommendations for Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Doses in People Ages 12 Years and Older Visit the COCA website for a webinar link and more information A few minutes before the webinar begins, please click the link below to join: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1619923732 Overview During this COCA Call, presenters will discuss CDC’s new guidance on bivalent […]
Click on this link for more information and to REGISTER This webinar will describe some of the major lessons learned thus far in this monkeypox pandemic, setbacks and challenges, and common misconceptions. After, we will explore recommendations and practical knowledge for various healthcare providers, nurses, educators, and public health professionals to ensure participants have the […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC Slide deck - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC Immunization Update - Christy Norton, MDPH Update on MA Response to Monkeypox - Dylan Tierney, MDPH MA Vaccine Confidence Project - Cynthia McReynolds, MCAAP Dentists as Vaccinators, Oral HPV Coalition - Rosie Wagner, DDS, Smiles by Rosie (coming soon!) This was a hybrid meeting In-person […]
This year's MIAP Pediatric Immunization Skills Building Conference will provide the latest information on pediatric immunization, with an emphasis on current recommendations and general updates. The Conference will be broadcast virtually, and will also welcome up to 150 in-person attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Plenary Sessions will include: State and National Immunization Updates Future […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC Slide deck - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC Immunization Update - Christy Norton, MDPH MA Vaccine Confidence Project - Cynthia McReynolds, MCAAP This was a virtual meeting
28th Annual MA Adult Immunization Virtual Conference The Future of Vaccination Tuesday, April 4, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. This was a virtual conference Conference website The 28th annual MA Adult Immunization Conference was held virtually on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023. This year's conference theme was 'The Future of Vaccination.' The overall goal […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC intro slides and MA Adult Immunization Conference Summary - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC MA Adult Immunization Updates - Angela Fowler, MDPH MA Vaccine Confidence Project Update - Cynthia McReynolds, MCAAP, Immunization Initiative GSK RSV Vaccine - John Crowley, GSK
Presenter: JoEllen Wolicki, BSN, RN, Nurse Educator, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Click here to register! Learning Objectives At the conclusion of the webinar, participants should be able to: Describe common vaccine administration errors Review the impact of common vaccine administration errors Discuss practices which can reduce or eliminate vaccine administration errors Webinar Series […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC Intro Slides - Amy Sgueglia, MAIC MA Adult Immunization Update - Angela Fowler, MDPH NAHSE Presentation - Deidre Smith, NAHSE MVCP Update - Cynthia McReynolds, MCAAP, Immunization Initiative
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH), in collaboration with the Massachusetts Immunization Action Partnership (MIAP), hosts an annual, full-day conference focused on pediatric immunization every October. The Conference attracts 350-400 immunization providers typically, supporting statewide efforts to optimize pediatric immunization in Massachusetts. We provide the latest recommendations and share strategies to improve pediatric immunization […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MAIC Intro Slides - Alexandra Burke, MAIC MA Adult Immunization Update - Angela Fowler, MDPH
29th Annual MA Adult Immunization Virtual Conference Confidence & Compassion in a Complex Vaccine World Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Conference Website The 29th annual MA Adult Immunization Conference was held in-person on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024. This year's conference theme was 'Confidence & Compassion in a Complex Vaccine World.' […]
Register HERE Objectives: As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: · State two changes to the 2024 Childhood and Adult Immunization Schedules. · List the COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States. Presenter: Angela Fowler, MD, DPH, Associate Medical Director for Vaccine Preventable Diseases, MDPH
Register HERE Objectives: As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: Increase their knowledge of · Basic principles of vaccination · Best practices when administering vaccines · Vaccine safety and adverse event reporting Presenter: Laurie Courtney, MSN, RN, Immunization Nurse Manager & Perinatal Hepatitis B Coordinator, MDPH
Register HERE Objectives: As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: · Summarize the return of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) in MA and worldwide in the post-public health emergency context. · Identify two key steps to prepare for highly infectious diseases like measles in your practice of community. · Describe the new web-based mechanism […]
Register HERE Objectives: At the conclusion of the program, the participant should be able to: · Review effective approaches to vaccine discussions. · Identify ways to address common vaccine concerns including COVID-19. Presenter: Kelly Moore, MD, MPH, President & CEO, Immunize.org Click here to read about Dr. Moore
Register HERE Objectives: At the conclusion of this webinar, the participant should be able to: · Define ways to improve data quality within the MIIS and electronic health records including bidirectional data exchange. · Explain providers’ legal responsibility for reporting to the immunization registry. Presenter: Michelle Holmes, MPH, MIIS Interoperability Coordinator and Trainer, MDPH
Register HERE Objectives: At the conclusion of this webinar, the participant should be able to: · State the requirements and recommendations for proper storage and handling of vaccines. · Summarize the latest federal and state Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program requirements. Dylan Kirby, MPH, Vaccine Management Unit Operations Coordinator VFC, MDPH
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MA Immunization Update - Angela Fowler, MDPH Study Presentation from NAHSE Greater Boston Chapter - Camille Scott, NAHSE Massachusetts Vaccine Confidence Project Update - Kelly Welch, MVCP/Team Maureen
Learner Objectives: As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: -Discuss how the Autism Society's Vaccine Education Initiative has increased vaccination rates among the Autism and disability community. -Describe practical tips and strategies to reduce stress when vaccinating neurodiverse patients. -Review how the Autism Society's communication, environmental, sensory, and provider […]
Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes MA Immunization Update - Angela Fowler, MDPH Massachusetts Vaccine Confidence Project Update - Kelly Welch, MVCP/Team Maureen
Speaker: Lisa Grohskopf, MD, MPHCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Learner Objectives:At the conclusion of the webinar, participants should be able to:-Review the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for the 2024-2025 influenza season.-Discuss co-administration of influenza vaccines with COVID-19 vaccines.-Describe factors relevant for timing of influenza vaccines.
The 29th Annual Massachusetts Immunization Action Partnership (MIAP) Pediatric Immunization Skills Building Conference will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the DCU Center, Worcester, Massachusetts. The conference will be in-person only. Registration is OPEN, Register HERE. Updates will be posted as they become available. Questions? Please contact Cynthia McReynolds (cmcreynolds@mcaap.org)
Webinar Recording Webinar Presentation Webinar Resources Additional resources: Maternal RSV vaccine information (Pfizer’s Abrysvo), CDC’s Immunizations to Protect Infants website
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The Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (MCAAP) and the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition (MAIC) present the 2025 Vaccine Education Webinar Series. A meeting recording can be found on the MCAAP website under "Recent Meetings and Webinars." Presenters: - Fiona Danaher, MD, MPH, Director, MGH Center for Immigrant Health; Chair, MGH Immigrant Health Coalition, Mass […]
View Webinar Recording Webinar Presentation Slides The Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (MCAAP) and the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition (MAIC) present the 2025 Vaccine Education Webinar Series. Presenter: Angela Fowler, MD, MPH, Associate Medical Director for Vaccine Preventable Diseases, Massachusetts Department of Public Health Webinar Learner Objectives As a result of participating in this […]
View Webinar Recording Webinar Presentation Slides The Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (MCAAP) and the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition (MAIC) present the 2025 Vaccine Education Webinar Series. Presenters: - Angela Fowler, MD, MPH, Associate Medical Director for Vaccine Preventable Diseases, Massachusetts Department of Public Health - Christine Nguyen, MPH, Epidemiologist I, Epidemiology Division, Massachusetts […]
Thank you to everyone who attended the 30th Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference - March 25, 2025! Please visit the conference website to view speaker materials, which are listed under "Resources."
Meeting Notes MA Universal Adult Vaccine Program Factsheet Join the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition and Pejman Talebian, MA, MPH, Director of the Immunization Program at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, to learn about the Massachusetts Universal Adult Vaccine Program and Adult Vaccine Purchase Fund proposed in the Governor's FY26 budget, and how you can advocate […]
Webinar Presentation Slides - Dr. Angela Fowler Webinar Presentation Slides - Dr. John Snyder Webinar Q&A Webinar Resource List The Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (MCAAP) and the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition (MAIC) present the 2025 Vaccine Education Webinar Series. Learner Objectives: As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able […]
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View the September 2025 Meeting Recording Video Passcode: 983fz=X2 September 2025 Coalition Meeting Minutes September 2025 Coalition Meeting Slides
View Webinar Recording Webinar Presentation Slides Webinar Resources The Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (MCAAP) and the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition (MAIC) present the 2025 Vaccine Education Webinar Series. Presenter: Angela Fowler, MD, MPH, Associate Medical Director for Vaccine Preventable Diseases, Bureau of Infectious Diseases and Laboratory Sciences, Massachusetts Department of Public Health Learner […]
The 30th Annual Massachusetts Immunization Action Partnership (MIAP) Pediatric Immunization Skills Building Conference will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the DCU Center, Worcester, Massachusetts. The conference will be in-person only. This full-day, pediatric conference will provide up-to-date information on the field of pediatric immunization with an emphasis on current immunization recommendations and general immunization updates. Registration […]
Presenters: Simone Carter, RN, BSN, Public Health Nursing Manager, Town of Hopkinton Ginnie Chacon-Lopez, MSN, RN, MA SANE, Public Health Nurse, Town of Needham Heidi Harper, RN, BSN, Public Health Nurse, Natick Health Department Learner ObjectivesAs a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: Identify barriers to vaccine access and community […]
Meeting Minutes Agenda: Perinatal HBV/Birth Dose Update - Laurie Courtney, MSN, RN Text Message Reminders to Promote Vaccination in Primary Care Settings - Kimberly Fisher, MD Adult Immunization/ACIP Update - Angela Fowler, MD Clinical Influenza/Vaccine Update - Andrew Rennekamp, CSL Seqirus HPV Prevention and Prevalence in the Military - Kelly Welch
Presenters: Everett Lamm, MD, MHCDS, FAAP; Angela Fowler, MD, MPH Learner objectives As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to: Review the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for Ages 18 Years or Younger, United States 2026. Address confusion created by CDC's shared clinical decision-making […]
The 31st Annual Massachusetts Adult Immunization Conference will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Presented by the Massachusetts Adult Immunization Coalition and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Registration is now open! Visit our conference website to register. Questions? Please contact maic@jsi.org
This webinar is a part of the Vaccine Education Webinar series, sponsored by the MA Adult Immunization Coalition and the MA Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics Immunization Initiative. This webinar will focus on HBV vaccination across the lifespan. Presenters: Christy Norton Valle, RN, PhD, CNM (MDPH); Marguerite Beiser, ANP-BC, AAHIVS (Boston Healthcare for […]
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This informative webinar will explore the crucial intersection of sexual health and preventative care, highlighting the latest updates on vaccinations for HPV, Mpox, and viral hepatitis. Attendees also will gain vital insights into managing and preventing meningitis and gonorrhea to support comprehensive well-being. Presenter(s): Kevn Ard, MD, MPH | Director of Sexual Health Clinic, Massachusetts […]