Vaccines Information and Resources

Vaccines are a life-saving prevention tool against communicable diseases such as COVID-19 and influenza. Rumors and myths surrounding the safety and efficacy of vaccines can lead to doubts and avoidance of vaccination, which has been shown to lead to negative health consequences for individuals and communities. EQUIP wanted to share some information on vaccines to offer a better grasp of what a vaccine is, what vaccines do for our immune systems, and organizations that are working to make vaccines accessible to every community.

Vaccine Safety: Myths and Misinformation

Health and Economic Benefits of Routine Childhood Immunizations in the Era of the Vaccines for Children Program — United States, 1994–2023