Immunization, Vaccine for Health Professionals
Don't Delay Patient Immunization Appointments
On time immunization appointments are essential during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Vaccine order / release
Order vaccines and review ordering requirements -
Seasonal Influenza
Ordering information, patient resources and recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization -
Report Adverse Events
Help monitor vaccine safety -
Excursions and Returns
How to handle a cold chain excursion or return vaccine -
Medical Advisories and Memos
Stay current with the latest vaccine changes, shortages, health alerts and advisories -
Travel Resources
Resources for travelling abroad
Vaccine Storage and Handling Guidelines
- Maintain a one-month supply of vaccine
- Review your average monthly usage of vaccine
- Avoid overcrowding of vaccine
- Rotate stock with every vaccine order
- Check vaccine expiry dates regularly
See all vaccine storage and handling guidelines.
See frequently asked questions for up-to-date vaccine storage and handling information during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tdap Information for Midwives
- The Tdap is recommended with every pregnancy
- One adult lifetime booster with Tdap is publicly funded for adults over 18 years and older
- Advise your clients to see their primary care provider or go to a walk-in clinic to get a Tdap
Resources
- Order resources to support patients and clinical resources
- Vaccination requirements for children attending a licensed child care centre, home or school
- Answering parents' questions about HPV vaccine
- Video series: how does your practice routinely recommend HPV cancer prevention
- Order HPV posters and postcards for your clients
- School vaccinations for grade 7 students
- Publicly funded immunization schedules and fact sheets
- Canadian Immunization Guide
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