Education et formation
Immunization, infections and the school's role in vaccinations
The use of the schools as a site to immunize children and teens is re-emerging as a cost-effective strategy that has benefits for health and school performance. This article reviews some of the evidence, discusses experiences in Canada and other countries, and identifies some examples of good programs.
Lack of Association Between Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccination and Autism in Children: A Case-Control Study
The first objective of the study was to determine whether there is a relationship between the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination and autism in children. The second objective was to examine whether the risk of autism differs between use of MMR and the single measles vaccine... The study provides evidence against the association of autism with either MMR or a single measles vaccine.
Compétences en immunisation à l'intention des professionnels de la santé
Les compétences qui forment ce manuel ont été élaborées afin de favoriser la mise en uvre des lignes directrices nationales relatives à l'immunisation éditées dans le Guide canadien d'immunization. Elles visent à appuyer une pratique efficace et sécuritaire et à assurer des taux de vaccination élevés permettant d'atteindre et de maintenir le niveaul e plus élevé possible de protection collective contre les maladies évitables par la vaccination.
Immunization competencies for health professionals
The competencies contained in this handbook were developed to support the application of the National Guidelines for Immunization Practices, published in the Canadian Immunization Guide. The aim of this handbook is to provide safe and competent practices to achieve higher vaccine coverage rates.
How we changed from paper to online education : teaching immunization delivery and evaluation
This article discusses meeting the challenges encountered in changing a paper-based, interactive immunization delivery curriculum into an online, self-paced format. It also describes the TIDE program (Teaching Immunization Delivery and Evaluation).
L'utilité d'un registre de vaccination provincial et la gestion du consentement : le cas du Québec
Cette étude vise à documenter l'opinion de la population et des travailleurs de la santé sur l'utilité d’un registre central de vaccination, le consentement à l'inscription, l'accès aux données et le droit de retrait.
Mise à jour des recommandations concernant l'utilisation de vaccins contenant du thimérosal au Canada
Conclut qu’il n’y a aucune raison pour les vaccinateurs et les autres professionnels de la santé qui offrent des conseils en matière de vaccination d’exprimer des réserves concernant l’exposition au thimérosal.
Portrait de la formation en vaccination offerte aux infirmières dans les établissements de santé du Québec
Updated recommendations on the use of thimerosal-containing vaccines in Canada
Concludes that there is no reason for vaccine providers or other health care professionals who may counsel individuals regarding immunization to raise any concerns regarding exposure to thimerosal.