Immunization Schedules and Recommendations
Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)
VISs are information sheets produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that explain the benefits and risk of a vaccine to vaccine recipients. Find a VIS for every vaccine, in multiple languages, at immunize.org.
The National Vaccine Childhood Injury Act (NCVIA – 42 U.S.C. § 300aa-26) requires that healthcare staff provide a VIS to patients, parents, or legal guardians before each dose of vaccine is administered.
Vaccine Preparation and Administration
Proper preparation and administration of vaccines is very important to make sure that vaccination is as safe and effective as possible. Staff training and education is a key component in making sure vaccines are properly prepared and administered to patients.