Thank you to our partners who participated in the 2008 Vote & Vax project. Because of your hard work and commitment to serving your community, Vote & Vax significantly increased its impact in 2008, delivering 21,434 influenza vaccinations at 331 locations in 42 states and the District of Columbia. Of those vaccinated through the project, almost half (47.7%) were "new" recipients, meaning that they had eight not received a flu shot in the preceding year or would not ahve otherwise been vaccinated.
Our vision is that this innovate, effective strategy will become standard public health practice each and every Election Day. Vote & Vax reinforces local responsiblity and makes a vital contribution to the health of American communities. The program is a proactive step to safeguard our neighbors and save lives.
Stay tuned for updates on when and where Vote & Vax clinics will happen during election season 2009 your community.
HomeHealth Visiting Nurses , Saco, Maine
In spring of 2008, Community Health Program Supervisor Cathy Patnaude was weighing her options for fall flu shot clinics. She was looking for new, non-traditional methods to deliver flu vaccines and extend her reach in the community. Then she heard about Vote & Vax from the Visiting Nurses Association of America. HomeHealth Visiting Nurses administered two clinics and delivered a total of 669 flu shots, exceeding their goal.
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"The Vote and Vax planning materials contained very helpful step-by-step information. The responsiveness of Vote and Vax staff to questions via email was also extremely helpful."
Verna Burnette Pittsyviania-Danville Health District, Chatham, VA
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