Measles Updates for Providers
Multiple measles cases have been confirmed in the United States in recent weeks. Cases have been linked to overseas travel, reflecting a global rise in measles cases. Health care providers should consider measles in persons presenting with a febrile rash illness and other symptoms consistent with measles.
Ensure that patients are up to date with measles vaccinations, especially if travel abroad is planned.
For more information refer to this health advisory, these CDPH EZIZ Measles Resources, and the CDPH Immunization Branch Measles Page
COVID-19 Treatment Telehealth Options
For more information about free telehealth access to COVID-19 medications, which are safe and effective for preventing serious illness, refer to the CDPH COVID-19 Treatment Telehealth Options Handout. Also see the website for COVID-19 medication options and other resources. Minor Consent Reminders and Resources
Generally, a parent or guardian’s consent is required for the provision of healthcare, including vaccinations, to minors in California, except under limited circumstances and if the minor is consenting to sexual health services. For more information refer to the following resources: Recertifying in myCAvax: Updating Contacts
After the Vaccines for Adults (VFA) / LHD 317 release in myCAvax on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, providers will be asked to complete the recertification process in myCAvax, which includes: Reminder: Administration for Strategic Preparedness & Response (ASPR) Updates
On January 29, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an important revision to the Paxlovid Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Letter of Authorization stating that EUA-labeled Paxlovid distributed by the U.S. government will remain authorized for use only through March 8, 2024. Additional information is available in FDA’s Paxlovid letter of authorization dated January 29, 2024. ASPR has worked with Pfizer, the manufacturer of Paxlovid, to ensure that the federal inventory of Paxlovid is the NDA-labeled product. Please note the return date for EUA-labeled Paxlovid with an expiry of December, 2023 or later is now extended to February 29, 2024, to ensure a credit to the USG inventory as NDA-labeled supply. For specific information on Paxlovid returns, including to request pre-paid shipping, visit Inmar PaxlovidEUAreturns.com, email PaxlovidEUAreturns@inmar.com, or call 877-740-6148. For more information on programs to ensure continued access to COVID-19 therapeutics, please visit the ASPR Sunsetting the U.S. Government COVID-19 Therapeutics Distribution Program. Upcoming Webinar Cancellations and Closures - The CDPH Immunization Updates for LHDs is cancelled on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
- The CDPH Immunization Updates for Providers is cancelled on Friday, February 16, 2024. The next session of our CDPH Immunization Updates for Providers Webinar will be Friday, February 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM, PT. Register here.
- In observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, February 19, 2024, CDPH and the Provider Call Center will be closed.
Upcoming Webinars and Trainings
CDPH Infection Prevention Webinars Virtual Grand Rounds Webinar: California’s Mental Health Landscape and Brief Interventions to Empower Front-Line Clinicians California Immunization Coalition (CIC): Community Health Care Workers 101: Making a Difference in Public Health Vaccines for Adults (VFA) Key Practice Staff: - VFA 101 Training for Providers, Thursday, February 22, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, PT
- VFA 102 Training for Providers, Thursday, February 29, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, PT
To see all the webinars and trainings scheduled for next week, please refer to the CDPH Webinar and Trainings Calendar. Ordering Cadence Calendars
For information on ordering cadence, see the following calendars: The My Turn and myCAvax Teams Appreciate Your Feedback! Please use the Vaccine Management Feedback Form to provide feedback and suggestions for the My Turn and myCAvax platforms. Support Opportunities
CDPH Immunization Branch Updates for Providers Webinar Please attend our weekly webinars to hear updates from CDPH subject matter experts and have your questions answered. Fridays 9:00AM – 10:30 AM, PT Archived Sessions | Provider FAQs Provider Call Center For Program information: email providercallcenter@cdph.ca.gov or call (833) 502-1245 (Monday – Friday, 8AM–5PM, PT) myCAvax Help Desk For technical issues (i.e., password resets): email myCAvax.HD@cdph.ca.gov or call (833) 502-1245, (Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM, PT) System related training materials are available via the Knowledge Center in myCAvax and at EZIZ.org. My Turn Help Desk |
