The National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an opportunity to learn and better understand the role of vaccines in your healthcare plan. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, this annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. The COVID 19 pandemic has impacted all aspects of life. There have been known challenges with patients’ ability to attend important appointments and receive routine vaccinations. There has been significant questions raised about vaccines and how they work which has created delays in how people are accessing and scheduling immunizations.

During NIAM, we encourage you to talk to your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider to ensure you and your family are protected against serious diseases by getting caught up on routine vaccination. If you have questions, ask your provider. If you are on our home health, palliative, or hospice services, ask one of your clinicians for information and resources.