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Vaccination of children CISP: Childhood Immunization Support Program 
 "The mission of the CISP is to improve the immunization delivery system for children across the nation." The site features information for families and clinician about vaccines, vaccine safety, and illnesses preventable by vaccination. Also includes information about the October 2004 flu vaccine shortage, a chart of state immunization requirements for school entry, and a suggested childhood immunization schedule. Includes videos. From the American Academy of Pediatrics. http://www.cispimmunize.org Topics: Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Public Health & Safety Last updated Oct 19, 2004 Global Health Program
Website of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's project concerning diseases and conditions that cause widespread illness and death in developing countries. The program focuses on developing effective and affordable vaccines and medicines. Provides background information on malaria, HIV/AIDS, respiratory illnesses, tuberculosis, and other infectious diseases. http://www.gatesfoundation.org/global-health/Pages/overview.aspx Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Diseases & Conditions, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Public Health & Safety Last updated Jan 22, 2009 Measles Initiative
Launched in February 2001, the Measles Initiative, a joint project of the American Red Cross, UNICEF, CDC, and other international groups, "is a long-term commitment to control measles deaths starting in Africa by vaccinating at-risk children 15 years old and younger." The site provides a description of the problem and solution, a FAQ, a map with a description of campaigns, a photo gallery, and more. Also includes material about anti-malaria efforts. http://www.measlesinitiative.org Topics: Infectious Diseases Last updated Mar 15, 2006 National Immunization Program
Provides information about vaccine-preventable diseases, the benefits of immunization, and the risk of immunization versus the risk of disease. Offers immunization schedules, educational materials, resources, Web links, and a glossary. Also available in Spanish. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. http://www.cdc.gov/nip/ Topics: Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Public Health & Safety Last updated Apr 6, 2004 |
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