Vaccinations Quality Improvement Activity (QIA)
Vaccinations: Keeping Patients Protected
Infection is a leading cause of illness and death in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, who are immunocompromised and at higher risk, especially those on dialysis. Vaccines significantly reduce the threat of preventable diseases, yet vaccine hesitancy persists due to misinformation and lack of education. It's crucial to educate and encourage CKD patients to get vaccinated, as they remain vulnerable to infections like flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19. The Network will continue supporting patients, providers, and facilities to keep CKD patients informed and protected against these risks.
Network 4 Contact
jsinger@qualityinsights.org
Vaccination Resource Library
Explore our comprehensive Vaccination Resource Library, designed to support healthcare providers in improving immunization rates. Find free flyers, posters and more below to help with vaccination efforts.
Helpful Links
- 5 Diamond Patient Safety Program - Vaccinations
- CDC Pneumococcal Vaccination
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Pneumococcal Vaccination: Summary of Who and When to Vaccination
- PneumoRecs VaxAdvisor
- CDC-Pneumococcal Pneumonia Home page
- Use of 21-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Among U.S. Adults: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — United States, 2024