Links Local Immunization Links AmericanAcademy of Pediatrics-Pennsylvania Chapter (PA AAP) . The PA chapter of the national professional organization of pediatricians. The group is dedicated to the health of all children. http://www.paaap.org/index.php GPHA (Greater Philadelphia Health Action). GPHA provides healthcare for families in the Philadelphia region no matter what their economic standing. We believe the uninsured and underinsured deserve comprehensive, accessible, quality healthcare as much as those who are insured. ( 215)-925-2400 http://www.gphainc.org/index.asp HepTREC (The Delaware Valley Hepatitis Treatment, Research and Education Center ) Nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the impact of viral hepatitis in the Delaware Valley . Hepatitis immunization information available. (866) HEP-TREC. www.heptrec.org School District of Philadelphia . School health information and immunization requirements can be located here. http://www.phila.k12.pa.us/ VaccineEducationCenter (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia ): The Vaccine Education Center provides reliable, up-to-date information about vaccines. Facts about all vaccines are provided on the website as well as other informational materials. (215) 590-9990. http://vaccine.chop.edu Pennsylvania Department of Health - Division of Immunizations. The division focuses on the reduction or elimination of vaccine-preventable diseases. (717)787-5681 http://www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/site/default.asp Philadelphia Department of Public Health - Immunization information for the general public:. The city’s immunization program is committed to preventing vaccine-preventable disease among infants, children, adolescents, and adults in Philadelphia. (215) 685-6748. http://www.phila.gov/health/units/ddc/Immunization_Program.html Immunization Information for Health Care Providers and web access to the KIDS Registry: https://kids.phila.gov Philadelphia Health Management Corporation (PHMC)- Immunization Program. Provides immunizations to homeless children before they are placed in the shelter system. The program is located at the City's Office of Emergency Shelter and Services, the central intake point for homeless families. (215) 985-2562. http://www.phmc.org/SH/immunization.html
National Links - Public and patient information Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Immunization Program (NIP) . answers the questions parents and healthcare professionals have about vaccines. (800) 232-4636 (English or Spanish). www.cdc.gov/nip/. The Children's Vaccine Program at Path, formerly known as the Bill and Melinda Gates Children's Vaccine Program, has committed funds to support the infrastructure for vaccine delivery and education worldwide. Information can be found at www.childrensvaccine.org/. Every Child by Two established by the Carter-Bumpers Campaign and works to increase awareness of the need for immunizations by 2 years of age. www.ecbt.org/. Parents for Kids with Infectious Diseases (PKIDS ) offers parents information about infectious diseases and provides support services for parents of children with long-term infections (such as hepatitis B virus). www.pkids.org National Alliance for Hispanic Health focuses on the health, mental health, and human services needs of the diverse Hispanic communities. For more information, call (202) 387-5000. www.hispanichealth.org Immunization Action Coalition (IAC) works to boost immunization rates and prevent disease. The Immunization Action Coalition's new Web site for the general public and healthcare professionals features reliable information about vaccine preventable diseases and helpful resources such as disease photos, videos and related Web sites. www.vaccineinformation.org/.
National Professional Organizations AmericanAcademy of Pediatrics (AAP) Professional group dedicated to the health of all children. http://www.aap.org/ AmericanCollege Health Association (ACHA) Advocacy and leadership for college and university health. http://www.acha.org/ AmericanCollege of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) the nation's leading group of professionals providing health care for women. www.acog.org American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine (ACP-ASIM) The ACP-ASIM's Adult Immunization Initiative goal is to provide resources and tools to support members in their immunization efforts. www.acponline.org American Medical Association (AMA) The largest U.S. professional organization for physicians. (800) 621-8335.www.ama-assn.org American Nurses Association (ANA) A full service professional association for the nation's entire registered nurse population. For more information, call (800) 274-4262 (800-274-4ANA). www.ana.org American Pharmacists Association The national professional society of pharmacists dedicated to providing immunization resources and training to pharmacists in all practice settings. (202) 628-4410. www.aphanet.org American Society of Consultant Pharmacists The 100% Immunization Campaign is a coalition of more than 20 national organizations working together to promote immunization of older adults, especially for influenza and pneumococcal disease. A resource manual with sample forms, procedures, patient education material, and more is available for $25. To order, call (800) 355-2727. www.immunizeseniors.org American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) To learn more about how pharmacists can play a role in immunization, check out "ASHP Guidelines on the Pharmacist's Role in Immunization" at: www.ashp.org/public/pubs/ajhpopen/ASHPAdv-ASHP-guidelines.pdf Association of Teachers of Preventive Medicine (ATPM) A national professional association dedicated to advancing individual and community health promotion and disease prevention through education of physicians and other health professionals. (866) 474-2876. www.atpm.org Institute of Medicine (IOM): The IOM is a private, nonprofit institution that provides health policy advice under a congressional charter granted to the National Academy of Sciences. www.iom.edu I nstitute for Vaccine Safety (IVS) IVS is committed to investigating vaccine safety issues and providing timely and objective information on vaccine safety to health care providers, journalists, and parents. www.vaccinesafety.edu National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) NASTAD is dedicated to reducing the incidence of HIV infection, providing quality care to persons living with HIV/AIDs, and developing responsible and compassionate public policies. www.nastad.org National Coalition for Adult Immunization (NCAI) NCAI provides many print resources for the promotion of adolescent and adult immunization. For more information, call (301) 656-0003. www.nfid.org/ncai National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) NFID is dedicated to encouraging and sponsoring public and professional education about infectious diseases, supporting research and training in infectious diseases, and aiding in the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. (301) 656-003. www.nfid.org National Medical Association (NMA) The largest professional organization for African-American physicians in the United States , publishes materials and newsletters for health professionals and their patients on immunization issues. (202) 347-1895. www.nmanet.org National Network for Immunization Information (NNii) Partnership of professional medical organizations providing objective, science-based information about immunizations and vaccines. (409) 772-0199. www.immunizationinfo.org National Network of Immunization Nurses and Associates (NNINA) An organization for nurses and associates working toward the control and elimination of vaccine-preventable diseases. www.nursingworld.org/innpower/nnina.htm Vaccine Education Center (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia ) The VEC provides reliable, up-to-date information about vaccines. (215) 590-9990 http://vaccine.chop.edu Vaccine Information for the Public and Health Professionals: The Immunization Action Coalitions site for healthcare professionals. www.vaccineinformation.org
Disease Specific Sites American Liver Foundation (ALF) An agency dedicated to preventing, treating, and curing hepatitis and all liver diseases through research, education, and support groups. (800) 465-4837 www.liverfoundation.org American Lyme Disease Foundation The American Lyme Disease Foundation is dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control of Lyme disease. (914) 277-6970. www.aldf.com Families Fighting Flu A group of families who have experienced first-hand what it is like to lose a child to the flu or to have a child experience severe medical complications from the flu. www.familiesfightingflu.org. Hepatitis B Coalition (a program of the Immunization Action Coalition): This organization publishes information for health professionals and their patients about hepatitis B. (651) 647-9009 www.immunize.org Hepatitis B Foundation (HBF) A national nonprofit organization solely dedicated to the global problem of hepatitis B, and to finding a cure and improving the quality of life for those affected by hepatitis B. (215) 489-4900. www.hepb.org Hepatitis Foundation International (HFI) HFI focuses on bringing viral hepatitis under control through education programs and materials, informing health professionals, and educating patients and the public. (800) 891-0707. www.hepfi.org The Johns Hopkins University Institute for Vaccine Safety Provides up-to-date information on specific vaccine safety issues as they arise. Short informational pieces on vaccine related topics, including immunization schedules and post-licensure issues. www.vaccinesafety.org Latino Organization for Liver Awareness
(LOLA) LOLA is a national, bilingual/bicultural voluntary
organization dedicated to raising awareness, prevention, education,
and treatment referral services to the Latino/American community
and other underserved populations who suffer from liver disease
in the United States. www.lola-national.org National Coalition for Adult Immunization
(NCAI ) Organization serving professionals, patients
and the public to achieve optimal immunization of adolescents
and adults by promoting research and development; influencing
policy and practices; disseminating information; developing and
implementing education programs; increasing awareness; and changing
beliefs, attitudes and behaviors. www.nfid.org/ncai Pneumo.com This site contains current information of value about pneumococcal disease and its prevention in infants and young children. www.pneumo.com
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