Policy and Advocacy Policy and Advocacy Access the AAP's policies on immunizations, including the Recommended Immunization Schedule and learn more about the immunization campaigns in which the AAP participates. The Immunization Schedule The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices updates the immunization schedule annually. It is used by the AAP, AAFP, ACOG and CDC. Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Policy Learn more about diseases that childhood vaccines prevent, and policies for using these vaccines in your practice. National Infant Immunization Week Learn more about National Infant Immunization Week. This occurs each April. National Influenza Vaccination Week Learn more about National Influenza Vaccination Week, which is celebrated in early December each year. National Immunization Awareness Month Learn more about National Immunization Awareness Month. This takes place each year in August. Immunization Alliance The Immunization Alliance focuses on raising awareness about the importance of childhood vaccines. Resources Tools for Vaccine ConversationsThe CDC offers Provider Resources for Vaccine Conversations with Parents, to help you navigate communication with parents.Information for ParentsVisit HealthyChildren.org, the AAP parenting website, for information for families about immunizations.The Immunization ScheduleNew for 2018! Click here for the current schedule recommended by the CDC, AAP, AAFP, and ACOG. The Latest on Immunizations Immunization Initiatives NewsletterCheck out our newsletter for the latest on immunizations.Supply and ShortageLearn more about current vaccine supply and shortage issues.