NATIONAL INFANT IMMUNIZATION WEEK

Contact:
Kent Donahue
Kent.Donahue@flhealth.gov
407-858-1418

Orlando, FL – During the week of April 24 through April 30, 2022, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County recognizes National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) by promoting the benefits of immunizations for children from birth to two years old.  Don’t wait, vaccinate!

This annual focus on infant immunizations is an opportunity to educate parents, caregivers, and health care providers on the importance of childhood vaccinations. In addition, it is a call to action to ensure that all children are protected from birth against 14 serious childhood illnesses.

In 2020, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report discovered a significant drop in childhood vaccinations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That trend continues to be low, which is why it’s so important to stay on top of your children’s routine checkups and recommended vaccine schedules.

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is committed to increasing the rate of immunization among Florida’s children under two years of age. We encourage parents and caregivers to contact their health care provider to schedule their child’s vaccinations.  If you don’t have a health care provider, parents can contact our Immunization Program to schedule an appointment at 407-723-5004 or visit the appointment link: https://fldohappt.cxmflow.com/Appointment/Index/dddb62c5-0451-4940-8411-525c0d0ac8bf.

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