Looking Ahead to the 2016-2017 Flu Season:
Vaccine Options and Messages
During this VICNetwork Webinar, our speakers provided a review the 2015-16 influenza season, discussed vaccine recommendations for the 2016-2017 influenza season, and provided an overview of the CDC’s influenza vaccination communication campaign plans.
Objectives:
- Summarize the 2015-2016 flu season
- Summarize the number of deaths and hospitalizations prevented in previous flu seasons
- Provide an update on flu vaccination recommendations, formulas and supply for the 2016-2017 flu season
- Highlight key communication considerations and planned strategies for the 2016-2017 flu season
Speakers:
Joe Bresee, M.D., FAAP Chief – Epidemiology and Prevention Branch, Influenza Division
CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
Jeanne Santoli, M.D., MPH, Chief – Vaccine Supply & Assurance Branch,
Immunization Services Division, CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases.
Cate Shockey, J.D., Health Communication Specialist – Health Communication Science Office
CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
Originally aired August 30, 2016