Disclaimer The information presented today is based on the CDCs and FDAs most recent guidance and may change This information was clinically reviewed on June 29 2023 Language of Vaccines Vaccine Safety ID: 1048076
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2. Vaccine BasicsTexas Department of State Health Services
3. DisclaimerThe information presented today is based on the CDCs and FDAs most recent guidance and may change. This information was clinically reviewed on June 29, 2023.
4. Language of VaccinesVaccine Safety Texas Vaccine For Children (TVFC) Texas State Vaccine Requirements Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Recommended Schedules Resources Topics of Discussion
5. Language of Vaccines Terminology used in immunizations
6. General Acronyms and Abbreviations
7. Language for Vaccines
8. Language for Vaccines Cont. Immunity: Protection from an infectious disease. If you are immune to a disease, you can be exposed to it without becoming infected.Immunization: A process by which a person becomes protected against a disease through vaccination. This term is often used interchangeably with vaccination or inoculation.Virulence: The relative capacity of a pathogen to overcome body defenses and elicit symptoms.
9. Vaccine SafetyImportance of vaccine safety
10. Vaccine Safety
11. Vaccine Safety
12. Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) and Adult Safety Net (ASN)
13. TVFC FactsThe TVFC program is administered by DSHS and ensures vaccines are available to eligible children at no costEligible TVFC patients are children younger than 18 years old who meet one or more of the following eligibility criteria:UninsuredUnderinsuredMedicaid-enrolled or Medicaid-eligible Enrolled in Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)American Indian/Alaskan Native
14. ASN Facts The ASN program is administered by DSHS to increase access to vaccination services for Texas uninsured adultsProvides low-cost vaccines to persons who are:19 years of age and older Do not have health insurance (Medicare, Medicaid, or other existing insurance)
15. Texas Vaccine Requirements
16. When are Vaccines Required?Children may need specific immunizations to participate in certain activities and events such as: *There are immunizations exemptions that may be requested Enrolling in child care/pre-KAttending school (K-12)Attending College/University or Technical Program
17. Texas Vaccine Schedules and Immunization Print Catalog
18. Print CatalogDSHS has an online Immunization Print Catalog with free immunization materials. You can access and order these materials at: www.immunizetexasorderform.comTexas State Minimum Child Care and Pre-K Facility RequirementsTexas State Minimum Vaccine Requirements for Students K-12Texas Minimum State Vaccine Requirements for College Entry
19. CDC Vaccine Schedules
20. Accessing the different CDC-recommended schedulesChild and Adolescent Immunization Schedule by AgeBirth through 6 Years Recommended Vaccinations for Infants and Children, Parent-Friendly VersionRecommended Vaccinations for Children 7 to 18 Years Old, Parent-Friendly VersionRecommended Vaccine Schedule for Adults 19 years or olderEnsure you have the most current version of the scheduleLook at the date on the front coverUpdated schedules are released annuallyMake sure you have the correct schedule for the specific age group you are targetingSchedule Basics
21. ResourcesTexas Vaccines for Children Program - Immunizations UnitImmunization Unit (texas.gov)https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunize/school/default.shtmRecommended Immunization Schedules for Children and Adults (texas.gov)ImmTrac2, the Texas Immunization RegistryInformation for Healthcare Providers - Immunization Unit (texas.gov)Influenza (Flu) Vaccine Information - Where to Get Immunized (texas.gov)The TVFC/ASN Digest (texas.gov)Information on Infant Immunizations (texas.gov)Preteen Vaccines (texas.gov)Adult & Adolescent Immunization Program (texas.gov)Texas Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program
22. ResourcesVFC: Vaccines for Children Program | CDCVaccines and Immunizations | CDCVaccines and Immunizations: For Healthcare Professionals | CDCVaccine Education and Training for Healthcare Professionals | CDCVaccines Pink Book Webinar Series | CDCTalking to Parents about Vaccines Materials | Conversations | CDCUnderstanding Vaccines and Vaccine Safety | Conversations | CDCAbout the Vaccine Conversations with Parents Campaign | CDCFoster Support for Vaccination in Your Practice | CDCACIP Timing and Spacing Guidelines for Immunization | CDC
23. Resources National Vaccine FinderPublic Health Regionshttps://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/therapeutics/ COVID-19 Therapeutics | HHS/ASPR https://covid-19-therapeutics-locator-dhhs.hub.arcgis.com/ State/Territory-Coordinated Distribution of COVID-19 Therapeutics (hhs.gov)https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/
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