Why is it so important to focus on getting our dialysis patients the COVID-19 vaccines? A new CDC study confirms that during June 30,2021- Sept. 27, 2022, rates of COVID-19 infection and COVID-19 related deaths were higher among maintenance dialysis patients compared with rates in the U.S. population. These higher infection rates, you guessed it, were diminished by vaccination!
COVID-19 Infographic: What is “up-to-date” when it comes to COVID-19 Vaccines? Use this infographic resource to identify if your patients need additional vaccines to be considered up-to-date and fully vaccinated against COVID-19. These resources align with the CMS goals set for COVID-19 vaccination for all dialysis facilities. Check out other COVID-19 resources provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Vaccinate with Confidence-CDC's Strategy to Reinforce Confidence in COVID-19 Vaccines: As a member of your patient’s healthcare team, you are a trusted source of health information. Your approach to a conversation with your patients can influence their willingness to consider vaccination. We hope you find these resources helpful in planning strong recommendations and conversation starters with your patients.
Up-to-Date Vaccinations Prevent Hospitalization and Death (tmfnetworks.org): SHARE THE NEWS! COVID-19 Data Tracker proves that "up-to-date" vaccination substantially reduces the risk of hospitalization or death due to the coronavirus. Use this flyer in your facility to educate about the success of the bivalent vaccine and the risks of not being up-to-date.
Health Equity
Partnering for Vaccine Equity
Visit the Partnering for Vaccine Equity Resource Hub. The CDC is providing funding and support to national, state, local and community-level partners who prioritize equity in vaccination. The vaccine resource hub provides resources concentrated on racial and ethnic minority groups, individuals living with disabilities, rural communities, older adults, and individuals living with chronic conditions.
COVID-19 Health Equity for Black Population
Data from the CDC shows a higher incidence of death in the Black population from COVID-19 than the U.S. population as a whole. This health equity flyer also includes information about the vaccine creation and benefits.
CEU Opportunities
“You Call the Shots”is an interactive, web-based immunization training course from the CDC. It consists of a series of modules that discuss vaccine-preventable diseases and explain the latest recommendations for vaccine use. Each module provides learning opportunities, self-test practice questions, reference and resource materials, and an extensive glossary.
On Demand CDC Webinar
Current Issues in Immunization
Topic
New RSV Vaccines for Adults: General Information and Clinical Guidance
Speakers
Michael Melgar, MD, Medical Officer, NCIRD, CDC
Amadea Britton, MD MPH, Medical Officer, NCIRD, CDC
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