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[World Immunisation Week] World Immunisation Week is observed worldwide from April 24th to April 30th every year. This week aims to educate the public on the importance of vaccines for public health and ensure equitable access to vaccines. This year, we celebrate this significant week with the theme “Humanly Possible”, reflecting on the commitment to improving vaccination access for everyone. As the frontline of healthcare, pharmacists play a key role in not only advocating the public on the importance of immunisation as a preventive measure for certain diseases but also dispelling the myths and misconceptions to allow the public to make informed decisions about their health. During this World Immunisation Week, let’s stand together to ensure equitable access to vaccination and increase the vaccination rates to protect everyone from vaccine-preventable diseases and save lives. hashtag #WorldImmunisationWeek #HumanlyPossible #MPS

ICYMI: Vaccines are one of the most successful and significant public health measures in the 20th century. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic, they have become more politicized, especially in state legislatures where lawmakers decide state vaccination policies. A new Baker Institute Science & Technology Policy report studies the vaccine-related voting records of legislators with biology and health backgrounds in four states — Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas — and reveals that party affiliation is a more significant predictor of voting behavior than education. Read more: https://bit.ly/40MxLuU

Understanding the nuances of vaccine confidence is pivotal in our efforts to promote public health across Europe. A recent blog article by Esther McNamara sheds light on why vaccine confidence tends to be lower in Central and Eastern Europe. https://ow.ly/nRqo50QGyy2 The importance of immunisation cannot be overstated. Vaccines save lives, prevent diseases, and protect communities. Yet, disparities in vaccine confidence persist, impacting our collective ability to safeguard public health. It's imperative that we delve into the root causes, address misinformation, and foster trust in vaccination programs. Join CLCI in our mission to advance immunisation and protect the health of all Europeans. Together, we can make a difference. Join us and let's work towards a healthier, more resilient future. https://lnkd.in/eRMmadh4 #VaccineConfidence #Immunisation #HealthPolicy #PublicHealth #CLCI

At the 3rd Vaccination Conference held by Ygeiamou.gr with the support of MSD, a number of interesting topics were discussed such as: the Public Health Strategy in Greece but also the European priorities, the value of vaccination and its importance for a sustainable and resilient health system, the role of vaccines in eradicating Cervical Cancer and tackling antimicrobial resistance, lifelong immunization and the digital era of vaccination. There were fruitful discussions with the participation of important representatives of the State and the scientific community. #MSDGreece

🎉 We are happy to reveal another focus session of #EHMA2024 - "Safeguarding ageing populations in Europe through adult vaccination." While childhood vaccination programs have nearly eradicated several preventable diseases, adult and elderly vaccination efforts remain inconsistent despite their proven effectiveness. This session will delve into the opportunities and challenges of delivering vaccination services to adult and elderly populations. Hear from a distinguished panel of experts who will share best practices and lessons learned from across Europe. They will offer evidence-based, practical solutions for improving the uptake of critical vaccines, such as those protecting against pneumococcal disease. This session is of interest to public health professionals, policy-makers, healthcare providers, and anyone dedicated to enhancing life-course immunisation. 🗣 Speakers: - Mr. Zach Desson, Strategic Policy Advisor, European Health Management Association (EHMA), Belgium - Dr. Adriana Melnic, Executive Director, Romanian Cancer Society; Babes-Bolyai University, Romania - Dr. Adriana Pistol, Secretary of State, Ministry of Health of Romania; Former Director of the National Institute of Public Health, Romania 📢 Facilitator: Ms. Eleonora Varntoumian, Policy Officer, European Health Management Association (EHMA), Belgium. This session is organised in collaboration with MSD, which we thank for the generous support to our conference. #PublicHealth #AdultVaccination #HealthyAgeing #Immunisation #EHMA2024 #HealthcareInnovation #MSD Immunisation Coalition European Vaccine Initiative (EVI) European Plotkin Institute for Vaccinology - Université libre de Bruxelles

Improving access and convenience to vaccination for adults is a crucial pillar of healthy ageing. As shown by recent data from the Office of Health Economics, adult immunisation is a highly effective investment for governments and health services, returning up to 19 times their initial investment to society.   We are pleased to support the EHMA - European Health Management Association (EHMA) Conference #EHMA2024 to address the pressing need to prioritize adult immunization to safeguard the health and well-being of our communities.   More on the socio-economic value of adult immunisation programmes: https://lnkd.in/eY2rm33U   #WeAreMSDVaccines

In his new Forefront article, Jason Schwartz from Yale School of Public Health discusses how the U.S. vaccine policy landscape is broader and changing more rapidly than at any point in its modern history, and those guiding it face a complex set of challenges to its continued success. "The ACIP and its processes for developing vaccine recommendations have served public health extraordinarily well for generations, especially during the pandemic. Then and throughout its history, the committee has provided an open, transparent, and rigorous expert forum for deliberating optimal vaccination strategies. Its work has guided health officials and strengthened public understanding of vaccines. The committee’s methods have been continuously refined and strengthened over time, most recently through the adoption of the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach and Evidence to Recommendations (EtR) frameworks. In short, it would be difficult to overstate the ACIP’s contributions to the successes of the U.S. vaccination program throughout its history." Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3zvitiD

This week we celebrate World Immunization Week, a World Health Organization initiative dedicated to highlighting the collective action needed to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases. 💉 Vaccines play a key role in protecting public health, helping to prevent the spread of deadly diseases and saving countless lives around the world. This week marks the 50th anniversary of EPI, and serves as an important reminder for the ongoing need for of more vaccine Research & Development and improved access across the globe. As a CDMO working to supply pioneers at the forefront of these efforts with the raw materials and expertise they need, we proudly support the ongoing work to bring more vaccines to life and improve healthcare outcomes for all. Learn more about the building blocks of life we supply. 👇 https://loom.ly/cRJAk3g #mRNA #WorldVaccineWeek2024 #WVW24 #CDMO

As we approach the European Parliament elections and the formation of a new European Commission, Dr. Andriukaitis’s voice resonates with urgency and optimism 🌟. His advocacy for the European Health Union initiative and his role as a Special Envoy for the WHO Regional Office for Europe are crucial in driving forward the conversation on health cooperation. We should embrace his call to action and work together towards a future where immunisation is accessible to all 💉, informed decisions are powered by real-time data 📊, and health remains a top priority on the political agenda. Because, as Dr. Andriukaitis rightly points out, “Prevention is better than cure.” 🔗 👇 #EuropeanHealthUnion #VaccinationForAll #PublicHealth #EUHealth #PreventionIsBetterThanCure #ImmuniseEurope