Calendars and Events:
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW)
Working together with Vaccination Week in the Americas
We are pleased to announce the 2010 NIIW dates: April 24 - May 1, 2010
In 2009, the NIIW event was held April 25 - May 2. Resources are still available from the links provided below.
NIIW is an annual observance to highlight the
importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and
celebrate the achievements of immunization programs and their partners
in promoting healthy communities. More...
2009 Press Release: National Infant Immunization Week Highlights Importance of Protecting Infants from Life-Threatening Diseases
2009 NIIW Materials and Resources
2009 NIIW Activities and Events
- NIIW 2009 Feedback Form (pdf,147 KB, 3 pages)
- Add your 2009 activity/event
- NIIW 2009 Activities and Events
- Find out what others did in 2008
Educational Materials for Parents
- Parents Guide
- Recommended Scheduler for children 0-6 years old
- Recommended
Immunizations for Babies
English version (pdf, 370 KB, 1 page) (compliant)
Spanish version (pdf, 368 KB, 1 page) (compliant)
- NIIW Frequently Asked Questions (doc, 68 KB, 2 pages)
- NIIW Vaccines-Preventable Disease Fact Sheet (doc, 90 KB, 3 pages)
Education Materials for Providers
- Common Questions Parents Ask About Infant Immunizations
- Recommended childhood Immunization Schedule for providers
Content last reviewed on January 27, 2009
Content Source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases