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Vaccinations: Keeping CKD Patients Protected
Infection is a leading cause of illness and death in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, who are immunocompromised and at higher risk, especially those on dialysis. Vaccines significantly reduce the threat of preventable diseases, yet vaccine hesitancy persists due to misinformation and lack of education. It's crucial to educate and encourage CKD patients to get vaccinated, as they remain vulnerable to infections like flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19. The Network will continue supporting patients, providers, and facilities to keep CKD patients informed and protected against these risks.
Join the 2024-2025 Healthier Together: One Shot at a Time! Vaccination Campaign, and pledge to implement activities to educate and promote all vaccinations at your facility.
2024-2025 Goals
- Ensure that a minimum of 80% of dialysis patients receive an influenza vaccination.
- Achieve a 10% increase in the rate of dialysis patients that are fully vaccinated for pneumococcal pneumonia, from the baseline.
*CDC guidance will be used to define “fully vaccinated.” There are multiple pathways to achieve “fully vaccinated” status for the pneumococcal vaccine. All pathways to “fully vaccinated” with count toward the measure goals.
Network 3 Contact
Kimberly Meinhold
kmeinhold@qualityinsights.org
Vaccination Resource Library
Explore our comprehensive Vaccination Resource Library, designed to support healthcare providers in improving immunization rates. Find free flyers, posters and more below to help with vaccination efforts.