Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
“The Pink Book" Vaccine Course
Event Description
The Kentucky Immunization Branch is excited to announce that we will host the CDC's Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (Pink Book) course. This is a two-day live version of the Epidemiology & Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases course conducted by CDC trainers. The course provides a comprehensive review of general best practices, immunization strategies, vaccines, and vaccine-preventable diseases. It will also include up-to-date information from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
Date
September 11-12, 2024
Location
Marriott Louisville East – 1903 Embassy Square Blvd, Louisville, KY
Featured Presenters
- Dr. Andrew Kroger, MD, MPH – Medical Officer, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, CDC
- Dr. Bindu Mayi, MSc., PhD – Health Education Specialist, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, CDC
- Dr. Eva Meekins, DNP, MHA, MN, RN – Nurse Educator, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, CDC
- JoEllen Wolicki, BSN, RN – Nurse Educator, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, CDC
Agenda PDF
Course Overview & Objectives
- Describe the difference between active and passive immunity.
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of live, attenuated vaccines and inactivated vaccines.
- For each vaccine-preventable disease, identify those for whom routine immunization is recommended.
- Describe the characteristics of the vaccine(s) used to prevent each disease.
- Describe emerging immunization issues related to pediatric, adolescent, and adult immunization.
- Implement disease detection and prevention health care services to prevent health problems and maintain health.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for anyone seeking the most comprehensive and current knowledge of immunization, including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical assistants, pharmacists, immunization providers, program managers, nursing and medical students, and other medical support staff. Participants will need to have a basic understanding of biology and immunization.
Registration Info
Registration will open soon. Stay tuned!
- Individual Registration - $130
Registration fees include continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks on both training days.
A reception with light hors d'oeuvres will be on Wednesday following the day's agenda.
Textbooks
A bound copy of Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, 14th Edition, “The Pink Book", can be purchased through the Public Health Foundation Learning Resource Center at https://bookstore.phf.org/Store/Product-Details/productId/682641
Textbooks will NOT be provided during the training.
Attire
Attire should be comfortable business casual as attendees will be sitting the entire day. Dressing in layers is recommended to accommodate room temperature fluctuations.
Continuing Education
Continuing education credit will be available. Please see the link below for more information.
Continuing Education PDF
Attendee Registration Link COMING SOON!
The training will be held at the Marriott Louisville East at 1903 Embassy Square Blvd in Louisville, Kentucky. There is not a set room block for rooms at the Marriott Louisville East. Attendees can choose to stay at the Marriott if rooms are available. A list of nearby hotel accommodations is available at the link below.
Hotel Accommodations PDF
Exhibitor Info
There will be limited spaces available for exhibiting at the 2024 Pink Book Course. It is an excellent opportunity to connect with healthcare providers and public health professionals from across Kentucky. See the link below for exhibitor information and registration.
Exhibitor Information PDF
Exhibitor Registration Link COMING SOON!
Vision
Living free of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Mission
Prevent, promote, and protect through education and collaboration to eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases in Kentucky.
Guiding Principles
- Dedication
- Knowledge
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Compassion
- Teamwork
Services Include
- Providing vaccines to Vaccines for Children-enrolled health care providers at no cost
- Enforcing school and child care immunization regulations
- Providing immunization education and training for health care providers and the general public
- Coordinating surveillance and control efforts for vaccine-preventable diseases
- Promoting vaccine safety
- Developing effective partnerships
- Supporting efforts to increase vaccinations for all Kentuckians
Amended Immunization Regulation
Effective June 21, 2017, 902 KAR 2:060 was amended. Please see the Summary of Recent Changes for more information.
Immunization Certificates (Effective June 2017)
Immunization Registry Access
Visit KYIR for more information about the Kentucky Immunization Registry.
Annual School Immunization Survey
The Kentucky Immunization Branch conducts an annual survey to assess the vaccine coverage of children in Kentucky. In accordance with Kentucky administrative regulation 902 KAR 2:055 public and private elementary and secondary schools submit their immunization survey results via the online survey links sent. There are separate surveys for Kindergarten, Seventh and Eleventh grade surveys.
Annual School Immunization Survey Links and Instructions (2023-2024)
2023-2024 School Immunization Survey results are due Dec. 31 , 2023
School Immunization Survey Dashboard
Annual School Immunization Reports for Previous Years
Infants and Children
Visit the CDC Website for specific information regarding the following immunizations for infants and children.
Recommended Immunizations
- Hepatitis B
- Rotavirus
- DTaP
- Haemophilus Influenzae type B (Hib)
- Pneumoccocal (PCV)
- Polio
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) or (MMRV)
- Meningococcal
- Varicella
- Hepatitis A
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- COVID-19
Please discuss these recommended immunizations with your primary care provider.
Adolescents
Visit this CDC Website for specific information regarding each of the recommended vaccines.
Recommended Immunizations
- Tdap
- HPV
- Meningococcal
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- COVID-19
If not already received by age 6:
- Hepatitis B
- Polio
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Varicella
If high-risk:
- Pneumoccocal (PPSV)
- Hepatitis A
Please discuss recommended immunizations with your primary care provider.
College Specific
Visit this CDC Website for specific information regarding each of the recommended immunizations.
Recommended Immunizations
- Tetanus diphtheria (Td) (every 10 years)
- Tdap (one dose in place of the Td booster)
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- COVID-19
If not already received in childhood/adolescence:
- Hepatitis B
- Polio
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Meningococcal
- Varicella
- HPV
If high risk:
- Pneumococcal (PPSV)
- Hepatitis A
If travelling outside of the U.S, please visit the CDC Travel Web site for information on country-specific vaccines.
Adults
Visit this CDC Website for specific information regarding each of the recommended immunizations.
Recommended Immunizations for All Adults
- Tetanus diphtheria (Td) (every 10 years)
- Tdap (one dose in place of the Td booster)
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- COVID-19
If not already received in childhood/adolescence:
- Varicella
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- HPV (females and males younger than 26)
If high risk:
- Pneumococcal (PPSV)
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
Recommended Immunizations for a Healthy Pregnancy
- Influenza only inactivated influenza vaccine is appropriate for pregnancy
- Tetanus diphtheria (Tdap) once during every pregnancy or immediately postpartum
- COVID-19
If high risk or indicated:
Recommended Immunizations to Protect a Newborn
The following immunizations should be given to all caregivers of newborns to help protect newborns from diseases for which they are not yet able to receive immunizations. Caregivers include: parents and other family members and day care providers.
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- Tdap (one dose in place of the Td booster)
Recommended Immunizations for People older than 60
- Pneumoccocal (PPSV) - older than 65
- Shingles (Zoster) - older than 60
- Influenza Inactivated Influenza Vaccine
- COVID-19
Employee Specific
Visit this CDC Website for specific information regarding each of the recommended immunizations.
Recommended Immunizations for Health-Care Workers
- Hepatitis B
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Varicella
- Tetanus diphtheria (Td) (every 10 years)
- Tdap (one dose in place of the Td booster)
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- COVID-19
Recommended Immunizations for Educators
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Varicella (unless documented proof of immunity is available)
- Tetanus diphtheria (Td) (every 10 years)
- Tdap (one dose in place of the Td booster)
- Influenza (annually) - There are several types of influenza vaccine of either live attenuated influenza vaccine (select populations) or inactivated influenza vaccine (most populations)
- Hepatitis B (special education teachers, nurses, custodians)
- Hepatitis A (food handlers)
- COVID-19