September 2013

Memo from Dr. Susan Karol, IHS CMO, on the importance of vaccinations (PDF 725KB)  This public health message emphasizes the importance of ensuring high immunization coverage for all IHS patients as protection against vaccine-preventable disease and its spread to members of their communities who may not be fully protected.

Pentacel Vaccine Supply Limits Continuing into 2013  (State of Cal. PDF).  September 2012 letter from Dr. John Talarico, provides guidance to Vaccine for Children (VFCP Providers on this vaccine shortage.

Learn more about the RPMS BI Immunization Module version 8.5 from the user manual (PDF 850KB). California Area databases are updated by the California Area IT Staff as patches become available.

A list of RPMS training events hosted by the California Area IHS Office can be found on our calendar under the News & Events section of our web page and on the IHS OIT RPMS training website.

NIVW Resources

2011-2012 Influenza Season has officially arrived! The following are just a few of the many sites that offer Seasonal Flu related information:

• National Foundation for Infectious Diseases  
• CDC Influenza (Flu)  

Useful Provider Resources for Seasonal and H1N1 Influenza:

CDPH - Public Health for All - Vaccine Recommendations  

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is committed to improving the health and wellness of all Californians including by ensuring continued access to life-saving immunizations. 

FDA - Importance of Influenza Vaccination for Health Care Personnel

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urges health care organizations to ensure that influenza vaccination programs are available for health care personnel (HCP).