Vaccines have prevented more than 29 million hospitalizations and 1 million deaths for U.S. children born in the last 25 years.* However, vaccine misinformation remains a threat to public health.
The up-to-date resources and education on this page support your efforts to talk with patients of any age and confidently lead them to the best decisions.
Dr. Anne Schneider, a family physician and AAFP Vaccine Science Fellow, discusses the importance of vaccines, provides updates from the June 2024 ACIP meeting, and shares strategies to boost vaccine confidence. The episode emphasizes the role of family physicians in educating patients about vaccines and using credible resources to stay informed.
A handout you can give patients that explains who is at highest risk for severe flu, COVID-19, and RSV, and why vaccination is important.
"Common Concerns" fact sheet (PDF)*
This fact sheet addresses common concerns about flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
"Three Reasons" poster (PDF)
A poster to display in your office to inform patients why they should be vaccinated against COVID-19, flu and RSV.
Talking to Your Patients About Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccines*
A conversation guide to help you answer your patients’ questions and to feel comfortable explaining why vaccines provide the best protection against flu, COVID-19, and RSV.
*Resources available in Spanish by clicking the "Languages" button in the upper right corner of the page, which will allow you to change the site language.
Additional Vaccine Resources
Fact Sheets
Other Resources
This short video explains that vaccines are extremely safe and important at all stages. Patients can read more in the Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact article.
Familydoctor.org by the AAFP offers patient-friendly health advice from trusted family physicians. Health articles can support your patient conversations and help them feel more informed, and at ease, about any physical or mental health issue they’re experiencing. All articles are based on the latest medical evidence.
*https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/vfc/about/index.html