Annual Immunization Update 2023

Annual Immunization Update 2023 is organized by Connect Educate Impact (CEI).

Initial Release Date: August 10, 2023
Planned Expiration Date: August 10, 2026

Description:
Are you ready for flu season? With the overwhelming amount of immunization changes in the past couple of years, this is a great chance to review the latest ACIP recommendations on adult and childhood vaccines. We’ll make sure you’re ready by reviewing the current guidelines, schedules, and regulations. Attend this Update before you kick off flu season in your pharmacy!

Upon successful completion of this application-based CPE course, pharmacists should be able to:
• Discuss the 2023 Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations regarding adult and pediatric immunizations
• Summarize the pneumococcal and COVID-19 vaccine recommendations based on the most recent guidance
• Review influenza vaccine considerations such as nomenclature, characteristics, schedule, contraindications, and precautions in preparation for the upcoming influenza season
• Describe pipeline and new emerging vaccines, including Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine
• Evaluate a patient’s immunization history to determine appropriate vaccine recommendations based on the appropriate immunization schedule
• Discuss the federal PREP act and how it impacts pharmacist vaccine prescribing and administration authority 

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

0.2 CEUs