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CARD (comfort-ask-relax-distract) vaccination delivery system
COVID-19
Influenza
Vaccine Injury Support Program
CARD (comfort-ask-relax-distract) vaccination delivery system
Implementing the CARD system to support vaccination in community pharmacies (2022-11-23)
Watch the webcast on implementing the CARD system to support vaccination community pharmacies
Access the PDF on implementing the CARD system to support vaccination in community pharmacies
The purpose of the webcast is to help pharmacies:
identify opportunities and strategies to implement the CARD (comfort, ask, relax, distract) system in their practice
discuss the potential benefits for patients and staff in improving the vaccination experience
recognize the importance and usefulness of the CARD system to support vaccination in pharmacy settings
Implementing the CARD system to support vaccination in practice: Experiences from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health [CAMH] (2022-08-29)
Watch the webcast on implementing the CARD system to support vaccination in practice: Experiences from CAMH
Access the PDF on implementing the CARD system to support vaccination in practice: Experiences from CAMH
The purpose of the webcast is to help health care professionals identify strategies and approaches:
used by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health to implement the CARD system to support vaccination
for implementing CARD in your own practice or clinic
Needle fear, pain and vaccines: Introduction to the CARD system as a framework for vaccination delivery (2022-04-20)
Watch the webcast on needle fear, pain and vaccines
Download the PDF on needle fear, pain and vaccines
The purpose of the webcast is to:
learn about contributors to stress-related reactions during vaccination and evidence-based strategies to improve the vaccine experience for people receiving vaccines and those who support them
introduce the CARD (comfort, ask, relax, distract) system as a framework for vaccination delivery
COVID-19
2022
Understanding Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program (2022-06-01)
Watch the webinar on understanding Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program
Access the PDF on understanding Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program
The purpose of the webinar is to help health care professionals:
explain the Vaccine Injury Support Program eligibility criteria and processes
support individuals who may have suffered a vaccine injury in submitting their claim
identify their role in supporting the claim process, such as retrieval of medical records
Overview of the Novavax Nuvaxovid and Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccines (2022-05-10)
Watch the webcast on Novavax Nuvaxovid and Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccines
Download the PDF on Novavax Nuvaxovid and Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccines
The purpose of the webcast is to:
discuss the clinical evidence for the Novavax Nuvaxovid and Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccines
summarize NACI's recommendations for the use of Novavax Nuvaxovid and Medicago Covifenz COVID-19 vaccines
Needle fear, pain and vaccines: Introduction to the CARD system as a framework for vaccination delivery (2022-04-20)
Watch the webcast on needle fear, pain and vaccines
Download the PDF on needle fear, pain and vaccines
The purpose of the webcast is to:
learn about contributors to stress-related reactions during vaccination and evidence-based strategies to improve the vaccine experience for people receiving vaccines and those who support them
introduce the CARD (comfort, ask, relax, distract) system as a framework for vaccination delivery
Building COVID-19 vaccine confidence before, during and after pregnancy (2022-03-17)
Watch the webinar on building COVID-19 vaccine confidence before, during and after pregnancy
Download the PDF on building COVID-19 vaccine confidence before, during and after pregnancy
The purpose of the webinar is to:
discuss the challenges to vaccine confidence for individuals and families who are pregnant, considering pregnancy or lactating
identify strategies for building vaccine confidence among pregnant families, new parents, and those who intend to become pregnant
COVID-19 and vaccines during pregnancy and lactation: A summary of the evidence (2022-03-10)
Watch the webcast on COVID-19 and vaccines during pregnancy and lactation
Download the PDF on COVID-19 and vaccines during pregnancy and lactation
The purpose of the webcast is to:
identify the risks associated with infection with SARS CoV-2 during pregnancy
explain the safety and effectiveness of mRNA vaccines in pregnancy and lactation, and for those intending to become pregnant
2021
COVID-19 vaccine for pediatric use in Canada (2021-12-13)
Watch the webinar on COVID-19 vaccine for pediatric use in Canada
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The purpose of the webinar is to:
identify the factors that parents or guardians should consider when deciding on COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5 to 11 years
describe the COVID-19 pandemic among children 5 to 11 years of age in Canada
summarize the clinical trial information available on the COVID-19 vaccine authorized in children 5 to 11 years of age
explain NACI recommendations for children 5 to 11 years of age
Updated NACI recommendations on additional COVID-19 vaccine doses for the immunocompromised (2021-11-29)
Watch the webcast on updated NACI recommendations on additional COVID-19 vaccine doses for the immunocompromised
Download the PDF on updated NACI recommendations on additional COVID-19 vaccine doses for the immunocompromised
The purpose of the webcast is to identify who should receive an additional dose on the basis of immune compromise as recommended by NACI.
For current recommendations, refer to
COVID-19 vaccine: Canadian Immunization Guide
.
Preparing for pediatric COVID-19 immunization and adult booster doses (2021-11-17)
Watch the webinar on preparing for pediatric COVID-19 immunization and adult booster doses
Download the PDF on preparing for pediatric COVID-19 immunization and adult booster doses
The purpose of the webinar is to:
provide an overview of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty vaccine for children 5 to 11 years of age and its use and administration, as well as timing of the concurrent vaccination programs in fall and winter
share evidence and information on the management of vaccination pain and fear in children
provide models for the operations of immunization clinics and considerations for their use
Revaccination with COVID-19 vaccines after anaphylaxis (2021-11-17)
Watch the webinar on revaccination with COVID-19 vaccines after anaphylaxis
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The purpose of this webinar is to:
explain the October 22, 2021, guidance from NACI regarding re-immunization of people with previous severe immediate allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to COVID-19 vaccines or to their components or container
examine the evidence and rationale behind the recommendations
locate resources to facilitate safe immunization or reimmunization of people with severe immediate allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) following COVID-19 vaccines or to their components
Contraindications to COVID-19 vaccines (2021-11-09)
Watch the webcast on contraindications to COVID-19 vaccines
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The purpose of the webcast is to identify contraindications and precautions to authorized COVID-19 vaccines as defined by NACI.
COVID-19 variants and vaccines (2021-06-23)
Watch the webinar on variants and vaccines
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The purpose of the webinar is to:
explain the national surveillance systems that detect and track SARS-CoV2 variants, including variants of concern (VOCs), in Canada
discuss key findings on vaccine efficacy and effectiveness against VOCs, internationally and in Canada
summarize how predictive epidemiological models can inform Canadian forecasts and response to SARS-CoV2
Recommendations from NACI on COVID-19 vaccine interchangeability (2021-06-21)
Watch the webinar on the recommendations of NACI on COVID-19 vaccine interchangeability
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The purpose of the webinar is to:
provide an overview of NACI and its role in COVID-19 vaccine planning
provide evidence for interchangeability of COVID-19 vaccines, including preclinical evidence, safety assessments and immunogenicity data
outline the NACI recommendations for interchangeability of authorized COVID-19 vaccines
For current recommendations, refer to
COVID-19 vaccine: Canadian Immunization Guide
.
Addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in clinical practice (2021-05-19)
Watch the webinar on addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in clinical practice
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The purpose of the webinar is to:
discuss COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and describe evidence-based practices for promoting vaccine confidence and uptake
provide strategies for communicating about vaccines, including benefits and risks
discuss mis/disinformation related to vaccines and COVID-19, and describe barriers to vaccination
Recommendations from NACI on extended dose intervals for COVID-19 vaccines (2021-05-05)
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Download the PDF on the recommendations of NACI on extended dose intervals for COVID-19 vaccines
The purpose of the webinar is to:
describe the efficacy and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines in the context of 1 or 2 doses
discuss the impacts of extended dose intervals of COVID-19 vaccines
present the NACI recommendations on extended dose intervals
For current recommendations, refer to
COVID-19 vaccine: Canadian Immunization Guide
.
Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia [VITT] (2021-04-21)
Watch the webinar on VITT
Download the PDF on VITT
The purpose of the webinar is to:
provide an overview of VITT
explain clinical guidance for treatment of VITT
describe how to report VITT
Delayed injection site reactions and mRNA vaccines (2021-03-11)
Watch the webinar on delayed injection site reactions following administration of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines
Download the PDF on delayed injection site reactions following administration of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines
The purpose of the webinar is to:
provide the features and management of delayed injection site reactions following administration of COVID-19 vaccines
describe an overview of the Canadian Adverse Events Following Immunization Surveillance System and data on the Moderna Spikevax and Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty vaccines
provide guidance on distinguishing these delayed injection reactions from other local reactions, such as cellulitis
Planning for COVID-19 vaccines and immunization clinics (2021-03-01)
Watch the webinar on planning for COVID-19 vaccines and immunization clinics
Download the PDF on planning for COVID-19 vaccines and immunization clinics
The purpose of the webinar is to:
review the approach to planning for immunization clinics, including key planning parameters, required supplies, staffing, training and site selection
provide information on infection prevention and control strategies and preparation for medical emergencies
outline the importance of communication, collaboration and ongoing feedback to support running successful immunization clinics
COVID-19 vaccine foundations for allied, new and returning health care providers (2021-02-25)
Watch the webinar for allied, new and returning health care providers administering COVID-19 vaccines
Download the PDF on Health Canada’s vaccine approval process
Download the PDF on NACI’s guidance that informs the Canadian Immunization Guide
Download the PDF on COVID-19 vaccine technologies
The purpose of the webinar is to:
describe Health Canada’s COVID-19 vaccine regulatory authorization process
explain the role of NACI in COVID-19 vaccine guidance development
provide a description of COVID-19 vaccines that may be available in Canada
Allergies and low dead volume syringes (2021-02-10)
Watch the webinar on allergies and anaphylaxis following administration of COVID-19 vaccine and discussion on low dead volume syringes
Download the PDF on allergies and anaphylaxis following administration of COVID-19 vaccines
Download the PDF on low dead volume syringes
The purpose of the webinar is to:
provide an outline of Canada’s vaccine safety system
describe allergy-related contraindication or precautions to COVID-19 vaccination
describe the features and management of anaphylaxis and other acute events following administration of COVID-19 vaccines
The discussion on low dead volume syringes describes:
what low dead volume means
methods to support withdrawing 6 doses per vial
the process to assess the dead volume of a syringe
2020
Recommendations from NACI on the use of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine (2020-12-30)
Watch the webinar on the recommendations of NACI on the use of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine
Download the PDF on the recommendations of NACI on the use of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine
The purpose of the webinar is to:
explain the characteristics of the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine platform
provide clinical evidence for the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine
discuss the handling and administering the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine
For current recommendations, refer to
COVID-19 vaccine: Canadian Immunization Guide
.
Recommendations from NACI on the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine (2020-12-18)
Watch the webinar on the recommendations of NACI on the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
Download the module 1 PDF: What you need to know about the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
Download the module 2 PDF: Recommendations of NACI on the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
The purpose of the webinar is to:
describe the characteristics of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
discuss key information on handling and administering the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
explain the clinical evidence for the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
summarize NACI recommendations on the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine
For current recommendations, refer to
COVID-19 vaccine: Canadian Immunization Guide
.
COVID-19 vaccine foundations for health care providers (2020-12-14)
Module 1:
Watch the webinar on COVID-19 vaccine foundations for health care providers
Download module 1 PDF: Health Canada COVID-19 vaccine approval
Download module 1 PDF: Role of NACI in COVID-19 vaccine planning
The presentation:
describes the Health Canada vaccine approval pathway for vaccines, including changes under the interim order and the status of current rolling submissions
underscores the guidance delivered and expected from NACI
Module 2:
Download module 2 PDF: COVID-19 vaccines in Canada
The presentation:
describes the platform technologies used by candidate vaccines against SARS-COV-2
discusses mRNA vaccines in development by Pfizer-BioNTech Comirnaty and Moderna Spikevax
Module 3:
Download module 3 PDF: COVID-19 vaccine administration and immunization clinic planning
Download module 3 PDF: Supplemental materials on immunization clinic planning
The presentation:
describes the infection prevention and control requirements for safely providing COVID-19 vaccines given the ongoing circulation of SARS-CoV-2
highlights key messages regarding vaccine storage and handling requirements
provides planning parameters and strategies for organizing mass immunization clinics
Influenza
Seasonal influenza immunization for 2023–2024 (2023-09-19)
Watch the webinar on seasonal influenza immunization for 2023–2024
Access the PDF on seasonal influenza immunization for 2023–2024
The webinar discussed:
the importance of seasonal influenza vaccination with people in Canada
barriers to seasonal influenza vaccine uptake
National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommendations on seasonal influenza vaccine use for the 2023–2024 season
where to access NACI guidance, Canadian influenza antiviral guidelines, and other resources relevant to prevention and treatment of influenza during the 2023–2024 season
Seasonal influenza immunization for 2022–2023 (2022-09-28)
Watch the webinar on seasonal influenza immunization for 2022–2023
Access the PDF on seasonal influenza immunization for 2022–2023
The webinar discussed:
the importance of seasonal influenza vaccination
barriers to seasonal influenza vaccine uptake and strategies to address them
NACI recommendations on seasonal influenza vaccines for the 2022–2023 season
where to access additional resources about seasonal influenza vaccines
Seasonal influenza immunization for 2021–2022 (2021-10-27)
Watch the webinar for seasonal influenza immunization for 2021–2022
Download the PDF for seasonal influenza immunization for 2021–2022
The purpose of the webinar is to:
discuss the importance of seasonal influenza vaccination and COVID-19 vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic
identify and address barriers to seasonal influenza vaccine uptake
apply NACI recommendations on seasonal influenza vaccine use for the 2021 and 2022 season
identify where to access NACI and relevant Public Health Agency of Canada resources relevant to vaccination during the 2021 and 2022 season
Vaccine Injury Support Program
Understanding Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program (2022-06-01)
Watch the webinar on understanding Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program
Access the PDF on understanding Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program
The purpose of the webinar is to help health care professionals:
explain the Vaccine Injury Support Program eligibility criteria and processes
support individuals who may have suffered a vaccine injury in submitting their claim
identify their role in supporting the claim process, such as retrieval of medical records
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