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National Infant Immunization Week is This Week!

This week is National Infant Immunization Week, a week focused the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and supporting immunization programs statewide.

National Infant Immunization Week is this week! 

The Gateway Immunization Coalition is recognizing National Infant Immunization week. From April 20 – 27, we're promoting a healthier Missouri by highlighting the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and supporting immunization programs statewide. 

Visit the Gateway Immunization Coalition's website for information and educational resources about National Infant Immunization Week and its aim to educate parents, caregivers and health care providers on the importance of fully immunizing infants, protecting them from 14 vaccine-preventable diseases.

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Here is a list of St. Louis community health centers that provide infant vaccinations.

How can I help?

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You can help spread the word about this critical issue by posting the messaging below on your social media pages:

Twitter: 

Protect infants from vaccine-preventable diseases! Learn how from #MO's Gateway Immunization Coalition: http://bit.ly/150A3Ew #NIIW

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We can protect infants against vaccine-preventable diseases! National Infant Immunization Week, from April 20 – 27, highlights the achievements of immunization programs and promotes healthy communities. Learn more from the Missouri Gateway Immunization Coalition: http://bit.ly/150A3Ew

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