There are little things we can all do to speak up and help change the negative narrative around vaccines: Read our 5 tips to become a pro-immunization advocate. vaccinateindiana.org/5-easy-ways-... #VaccinateIndiana

Meningitis B is a rare but severe illness that can be deadly. It may be uncommon, but when it strikes: 🚩 Up to 10% of patients will die. 🚩 Up to 20% of survivors will suffer long-term consequences If you're 16-23, speak with a healthcare provider about meningitis vaccination.

"When designing vaccination campaigns for a diverse audience, public health advocates may have the best overall success by pitching COVID shots as a way to protect others... because that message seemed to appeal to everyone." www.cidrap.umn.edu/adult-non-fl...

1️⃣ If one person has measles, 9 out of 10 people can also become infected if they are not vaccinated. 2️⃣ About 1 in 5 people who get measles will be hospitalized. 3️⃣ Measles is preventable. If you have questions about the MMR vaccine, please speak with a healthcare provider

"Babies under 6 months old still have one of the highest rates of hospitalization from COVID-19... one of the benefits of COVID vaccination during pregnancy is the passage of antibodies to the newborn, and then that protects the newborn against COVID" www.lakeshorepublicmedia.org/npr-news/202...

Researchers at Stanford University modeled how many people could die or be disabled in 25 years if vaccines for polio, measles, rubella or diphtheria were no longer available. We decided to illustrate it.

"By the end of the 2024–25 respiratory virus season, 38.3% of adults ages 60 to 74 who were at increased risk of severe RSV and 41.5% of those 75 and older had received an RSV vaccine." www.cidrap.umn.edu/respiratory-...

mRNA vaccines are safe, and they work. They don’t change DNA—just teach your immune system to fight. Side effects are usually mild; serious ones are rare. Millions protected, countless lives saved. #VaccinateIndiana

VAERS is a public database; anyone can contribute to it. It includes multiple disclaimers that the reports may contain “incomplete, inaccurate, coincidental, or unverifiable” information. If you have questions about vaccines, please speak with a healthcare provider.

"Doctors at Texas Children’s say while the flu can be dangerous on its own, it becomes far more serious when combined with infections like strep... Influenza is a very dangerous virus — far more severe than many people realize..." www.wthr.com/article/news...

The American Academy of Family Physicians has updated its 2026 child and adult immunization schedules, including new vaccine options, clearer guidance in evolving areas, and practical clinical perspective to support informed care. 📋🩺 https://bit.ly/3PY0d4i

The Shingles vaccine is linked w/ reduced risk of Alzheimer's in 4 large natural experiments Today, the potential of high-dose flu vaccines vs standard dose in a large retrospective age 65+ cohort for less Alzheimer’s. More pronounced in women (like Shingles vaccines) neurology.org/doi/pdf/10.1...

The MMRV vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, all of which can lead to serious complications like pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death. The vaccine is well-studied, thoroughly tested, and continuously monitored for safety. publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/what-to...

Our Director and other advocates had the opportunity to speak with Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee staff this week in D.C. Pro-public health advocacy is more important than ever! To use your voice to protect the health of your community, visit hoosiersvaccinate.org/join-us/

Polio used to be a real-life nightmare; thanks to vaccines, now it’s mostly a history lesson. The polio vaccine helps keep paralysis and serious illness where they belong: in the past. Staying up to date protects you, your kids, and your whole community. Don't let polio win!

"One common thread that ties together anti-vaccine views and growing sentiments against other protective measures for newborns is the fallacy that natural is always better than artificial...Nature will allow 1 in 5 human infants to die in the first year of life...” www.latimes.com/world-nation...

Helping families stay healthy starts with trusted information. Join Barry Wilhelm, VYF Education Director, and Grisel Cisneros, Education Lead, for a presentation by Vaccinate Your Family. Register now: https://hria.zoom.us/meeting/register/QtOrLnLRRDC6Gp3IfTQy4w#/registration

Good thing that's not what is happening.... The HPV vaccine is the L1 gene product, which self assembles into a virus like particle. There's no E6 protein in the HPV vaccines. The person posting this on social media sites is an oncologist at @warrenalpertmed.bsky.social - #OncSky + #MedSky.

Help your children grow healthy and strong! The vaccines on the recommended immunization schedule strengthen your child's immune system and reduce their risk of sickness. Please speak to a doctor if you have questions about vaccines or the immunization schedule. 💪🏽

The CDC found declines in vaccinations for the flu, the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine, rotavirus, the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, and the primary series of the Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine. www.aha.org/news/headlin...

Measles outbreaks are expensive. Public health agencies spend thousands just to mount a response, and every additional case drives costs even higher. Vaccination doesn’t just save lives; it’s far cheaper than managing an outbreak. publichealth.jhu.edu/ivac/2025/es...

"This raises alarm in the US, where dangerous strains of meningitis have been sharply on the rise since 2021... While officials note that this outbreak is currently contained to the UK, here’s what you need to know about meningococcal meningitis here in the States." nypost.com/2026/03/20/h...

➡️ Do flu vaccines weaken your immune system? No. Claims about “pathogenic priming” and higher COVID risk are misleading. Real-world data show flu vaccines protect against serious illness and do NOT increase risk of COVID-19 or other infections. @voices4vaccines.bsky.social #Vaxyourfam

After two years with spikes in activity, the Americas region is reporting a slight decline in confirmed cases of pertussis, or whopping cough, in 2025, according to the newest epidemiological update from the PAHO. Read more: ow.ly/FMgn50YzqEU

Are you a healthcare professional interested in Continuing Education and Maintenance of Certifications? We offer free credit-earning webinars and MOC projects. Visit our website to learn more. vaccinateindiana.org

🛎️ Would you like to be notified about vaccine-related legislation being discussed at the Statehouse? Click the link in our profile to sign up for Legislative Alerts 📲 hoosiersvaccinate.org/legislative-...

In a year defined by uncertainty, VYF served as a stable, science-grounded voice when it mattered most. Read our 2025 Annual Report here: https://vaccinateyourfamily.org/in-the-2025-annual-report-read-about-how-vyf-met-the-moments-during-a-tumultuous-year/

Cancer prevention always beats cancer treatment!

When vaccinated children are exposed to COVID, they are less likely to get sick and miss school and other activities. If you have questions or concerns about COVID vaccines, please speak to your healthcare provider. #VaccinateIndiana

Flu viruses change every year. Getting your annual flu shot helps your body stay ready for the newest strains. ✅ Protect yourself and your loved ones ✅ Lower your risk of severe illness ✅ Help stop the spread in your community It’s quick, safe, and one of the easiest ways to stay healthy this season

🩺 Your recommendation matters! If you treat young adult patients, speak to them about HPV vaccination. ➜ Have a look at our resource catalog, which offers free tools for your practice: vaccinateindiana.org/catalog/ #VaccinateIndiana

Most people only get 10 vacation days a year. But the flu can take 7–14 days to recover from. That means getting sick could force you to spend your vacation days just trying to feel better, instead of actually enjoying time off. Don’t let the flu cancel your vacation plans. Get a flu shot each year.

Spring is here, but RSV season is not over yet. 🌿 It may not be too late to protect your little one. Talk with your pediatrician. 💙 #RootedInProtection #VaxYourFam https://vaccinateyourfamily.org/2026-rsv-isnt-over/

The evidence is overwhelming - COVID vaccines #ProtectYouBoth!! True then, true now - equitable, community centered outreach makes a difference in helping pregnant & lactating folks get vaccinated.

"Babies under 6 months old still have one of the highest rates of hospitalization from COVID-19 infections... There are a number of studies that show one of the benefits of COVID vaccination during pregnancy is the passage of antibodies to the newborn..." www.npr.org/2026/03/25/n...

Healthcare Providers — More than 9 in 10 people say doctors are the most trusted professionals. YOUR voice matters! For tips on how to fight misinformation, visit: vaccinateindiana.org/how-to-fight...

One of the most effective ways to be a pro-vaccine advocate is to contact your Legislators. We have an easy-to-use online letter generator that lets you voice your support or opposition to proposed policies in less than five minutes! Here's how:

#PublicHealthIsPersonal because behind every prevention story is a family. Jennifer lost her daughter Madison to flu in February 2020, and today she shares her story so others understand the real impact vaccine-preventable diseases can have on families.

The shingles vaccine is linked to a significantly lower risk of major cardiovascular events in people with existing heart disease. Vaccinated individuals had reduced risks across multiple outcomes, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and death. www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/shi...

Protecting children is our top priority. Indiana Immunization Coalition will continue to use evidence-based science to inform decisions and recommendations. #VaccinateIndiana

"Data show that young, healthy people have no additional risk of sudden death if they are vaccinated against COVID-19... healthy adolescents and young adults vaccinated against COVID-19 were 43% less likely to experience sudden death than non-vaccinated people" www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/cov...

Studies have looked for a connection between the MMR vaccine and autism. No connection has been found. The MMR vaccine is well-studied and very effective. If you have questions about vaccines, please speak to your Pediatrician. publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/what-to...

As a mother and scientist, #PublicHealthIsPersonal for Maurine. When Maurine shares her son JJ’s story, she wants others to know that vaccines are the best tool we have to protect the people we love. 🤍

Remember all the talk of healthy young people dying suddenly after COVID-19 vaccination? Our new study in @plosmedicine.org shows there's absolutely nothing to that. journals.plos.org/plosmedicine...

There is misinformation about vaccines everywhere, but the fact is that vaccines are well-studied, safe, and your best defense against disease. If you have questions about vaccines, please speak with a healthcare provider.

Measles can lead to hospitalizations, lifelong complications, deaths, and cost communities hundreds of thousands of dollars to control. But, it’s preventable. Staying up to date on vaccination protects you and those most at risk. If you have concerns about vaccines, speak with a healthcare provider.

"Anyone can catch meningitis, but young people, especially those in large social communities such as universities and colleges are especially susceptible." www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

Public health is personal because every family deserves protection, prevention, and peace of mind. Brady's story is a powerful reminder of what's at stake. #PublicHealthIsPersonal

Important story as UK reports meningitis outbreak www.scientificamerican.com/article/u-k-...