National Infant Immunization Week (April 20-27)

For every 1,000 births in the state of Missouri, between 6 and 8 of those infants will die during their first year. Additionally, according to the CDC, Missouri has notably low (just 67.9%) vaccination coverage for children ages 19-35 months. Today, we can protect children from 14 serious diseases with the help of infant vaccinations. 

National Infant Immunization Week starts April 20!
Will you join the Gateway Immunization Coalition in recognizing National Infant Immunization week? From April 20 – 27, we're promoting a healthier Missouri by highlighting the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and supporting immunization programs statewide. 

Visit the Gateway Immunization Coalition's website for information and educational resources about National Infant Immunization Week and its aim to educate parents, caregivers and health care providers on the importance of fully immunizing infants, protecting them from 14 vaccine-preventable diseases.

Here is a list of St. Louis community health centers that provide infant vaccinations.