Resources
AVAC has developed a variety of resources for policymakers, health care providers, and our immunization partners. Explore all of the resources below or use our filters to narrow your search by type of resource and by type of policy.

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April 27, 2020
Developing a COVID-19 Vaccine is Only Half the Battle
Experts have suggested a vaccine may be 12 to 18 months away, an optimistic timeline given the intense scrutiny vaccines undergo prior to approval. By planning for a vaccine now, our country can be better prepared to quickly protect everyone in the U.S. from this deadly pandemic.
Blogs COVID-19 ResponseApril 11, 2020AVAC Sends Recommendations on Immunization Infrastructure During COVID Pandemic
Adult Vaccine Access Coalition’s Recommendations to Strengthen Immunization Infrastructure for COVID-19 Response The Adult Vaccine Access Coalition (AVAC) would like to take this opportunity to share ideas to help strengthen and enhance immunization infrastructure in the context of COVID-19 public health response efforts. The CARES Act provided an infusion of resources to help address immediate […]
Letters to Congress Appropriations/Funding for ImmunizationApril 7, 2020AVAC Letter to Senate Finance Committee on Solutions to Improve Maternal Health
The Adult Vaccine Access Coalition (AVAC) appreciated the opportunity to respond to the Senate Finance Committee’s request for evidence-based proposals to improve maternal health. Low maternal immunization rates are one of the many factors contributing to poor maternal health outcomes in the United States. AVAC made several recommendations including reducing financial barriers for pregnant women; […]
Letters to Congress Reducing Financial BarriersApril 1, 2020Over 100 Stakeholders Join AVAC in Supporting the Protecting Seniors Act
April 1, 2020 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader U.S. Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Speaker U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Charles Schumer Minority Leader U.S. Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 The Honorable Kevin McCarthy Minority Leader U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Dear Majority Leader McConnell, Speaker […]
Letters to Congress Reducing Financial BarriersMarch 31, 2020Congressional Sponsors of the Protecting Seniors Act Publish Op-Ed on Importance of Removing Cost Barriers Under Medicare
Protecting Seniors Through Immunizations By Reps. Donna E. Shalala (D-FL), Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN), Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH), and Larry Bucshon M.D. (R-IN) The Hill OPINION CONTRIBUTORS — 03/30/20 01:00 PM EDT As our health care and public health emergency preparedness systems rush to contain, treat and prevent coronavirus, we need to consider how longstanding […]
Op-Eds Reducing Financial BarriersMarch 6, 2020AVAC Submits Comments on Medicare Part D Proposed Rule
March 6, 2020 Seema Verma Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year (CY) 2021 for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies – Part II Dear Administrator Verma: As participants in the […]
Letters to Administration Quality MeasuresFebruary 11, 2020VYF Releases 4th Annual State of the ImmUnion Report
Vaccinate Your Family (VYF) released their fourth annual State of the ImmUnion (SOTI) report. The 2020 report examines how strong our defenses truly are against vaccine-preventable diseases and what public health advocates and legislators can do to make our country stronger and more resilient in the face of disease outbreaks and other emerging health threats.
Reports Benefits of ImmunizationFebruary 10, 2020The Essential Role of Physicians in Immunization
It should come as no surprise then that patients are far more likely to receive an immunization when a provider has recommended it. Vaccines are an essential tool in a medical professional’s arsenal of preventive health measures as they strive to keep Americans of all ages and walks of life leading healthy and active lives.
Blogs Supporting ProvidersFebruary 4, 2020CDC Releases 2020 Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule
Adult Schedule, by Vaccine and Age Group
Fact Sheets Benefits of ImmunizationJanuary 31, 2020CDC Releases Calendar of Vaccine-Related Events and Meetings
Find a calendar of events and meetings related to vaccines and immunizations at this link from the CDC.
Fact Sheets Benefits of Immunization