Programs
The coalition focuses on publicizing and promoting immunizations. In addition to providing literature about immunizations to doctors and patients, the coalition provides a resource to physicians and nurses as well as health care organizations for information and concerns about vaccines. The coalition acts as a forum to encourage cooperation between the different members of the public health community in Alaska and helps coordinate efforts to expand immunization programs throughout the geographically challenging state.
The most prominent programs of the VAC is the I Did It By 2 campaign which utilizes the popularity of the Iditarod dog sled race to promote immunization awareness. The campaign involves providing Iditarod-themed promotional supplies to health care providers and materials to parents of infants to help keep track of their child's required immunizations.
The coalition also highlights prominent members of the Alaskan health care community with the annual Excellence in Immunization Award, given to recognize individuals or organizations who have demonstrated commitment to improving the immunization status of Alaska.
Read more about this topic: Vaccinate Alaska Coalition
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