Program Objectives

At the end of the conference participants will be able to:

• State the importance of global influenza policy/procedure/program to local practice.
• Describe representation on the ACIP and how members are identified and selected.
• Describe key components/criteria used in the ACIP deliberation process and decisions.
• Identify at least three impacts on policy and practice (e.g., on the Vaccines for Children Program, the Affordable Care Act, and practice in general).
• State key recommendations for Tdap and Zoster vaccines in adults.
• Identify the current usage, features, and future of the immunization reporting systems.
• Cite two examples of vector-borne diseases (e.g. dengue, Lyme) their prevalence, impact on health, and vaccine issues.
• Identify vaccine status update on vector borne diseases (e.g. Lyme, dengue) and other related vaccines.
• Describe the importance of flu vaccine based on a vivid personal story.