"Urgent Vaccination Alert: CDC Urges Increased Immunization Coverage and Combatting Misinformation"
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The CDC has issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to healthcare providers, warning of low vaccination rates against influenza, COVID-19, and RSV. The combination of low vaccination rates and increasing respiratory disease activity caused by multiple pathogens could lead to more severe disease and strain on healthcare capacity. Healthcare providers are urged to administer immunizations for influenza, COVID-19, and RSV, recommend antiviral medications, and counsel patients about testing and preventive measures. The CDC provides communication tools and resources to help increase vaccination rates.
- Health Alert Network (HAN) - 00503 | Urgent Need to Increase Immunization Coverage for Influenza, COVID-19, and RSV and Use of Authorized/Approved Therapeutics in the Setting of Increased Respiratory Disease Activity During the 2023 – 2024 Winter Se CDC Emergency Preparedness
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