National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM, 2026)

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, also known as NIAM. In 2026, NIAM continues its mission to educate, empower, and support immunization across all stages of life. Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective health interventions we have at our disposal. From infants to older adults, immunizations play a critical role in preventing serious diseases like measles, whooping cough, flu, and HPV-related cancers. The month offers a timely reminder as families prepare for back-to-school season and flu season approaches. Thanks to immunizations, quality and quantity of life continues to grow, but this progress is fragile. When immunization rates drop, preventable diseases can resurface quickly, as seen with recent measles outbreaks.

The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) Immunization Program works to prevent disease, disability, and death from vaccine-preventable diseases. The Protect Who Matters Most campaign is a Connecticut DPH initiative designed to help Connecticut families make informed decisions about vaccination by providing trusted, accessible, and engaging educational resources. You can learn more about the program and the campaign here: portal.ct.gov/dph/individuals-and-families/immunizations?language=en_US

For questions about vaccines and what vaccines you or your child may need, contact your trusted medical provider today!
Reliable Resources:

• AAP Pediatric Immunization Schedule: downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.pdf
• AAFP Adult Immunization Schedule: aafp.org/clinical-insights/immunizations-and-vaccines/immunizations-schedules-resources/adult-immunization-schedules
• CT WiZ Public Portal – Where you can request a vaccination record for yourself or your legal dependent here: ctwizpublicportal.dph.ct.gov