Hospital-based healthcare clinicians play a critical role in protecting infant health by ensuring timely and appropriate immunization at the start of life. The resources on this page may be used to support providers in hospital settings by offering up-to-date guidance on infant preventive care, including immunizations and vitamin K administration, and communication tools for engaging with families. These materials can be used at the point of care to guide immunization administration, support accurate documentation in the electronic health record, and answer frequently asked questions. Resources to share with families are included here as well. 

Provider Resources on Hepatitis B and RSV Immunization

AAP Immunization Discussion Guides

Find family-friendly infographics accompanied by provider speaking points for each immunization children will receive. The Maternal and Infant Discussion Guide includes vaccines recommended during pregnancy and in the first year of life, including RSV and hepatitis B immunizations. The Childhood Guide covers ages 0-6 and the Adolescent Guide covers ages 9-18.

Hepatitis B Patient Care page

Find information and resources for hepatitis B immunization, including the AAP policy statement on the universal birth dose.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Prevention

Find resources on providing and administering RSV immunization, including ordering and product information, payment and coding, and other implementation resources.

AAP Immunization FAQs

Get answers to questions about immunizations, including on RSV and hepatitis B.

RSV Immunization Administration Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to questions specific to RSV immunization administration.

Talking with Vaccine Hesitant Parents

View advice and talking points for recommending immunizations to parents who may have questions or hesitancy.

Provider Resources on Vitamin K Administration

AAP Policy Statement: Vitamin K and the Newborn Infant

Learn about Vitamin K's essential role in newborn care.

AAP Fact Checked

U.S. Vaccine Recommendations are Appropriate for Children in the United States

There is robust evidence to support the safety, effectiveness and necessity of U.S. vaccine recommendations. Some public figures have falsely implied that the number of recommended vaccines for children in the United States could be linked to chronic health conditions or autism and have called for re-testing proven immunizations.

 

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December 4, 2025

Vaccines: Safe and Effective, No Link to Autism

Some individuals wrongly assert there is a link between vaccines and autism. Many studies have looked at this and found no link.

Fact Checked

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September 22, 2025

Fact Checked: Hepatitis B Vaccine Given to Newborns Reduces Risk of Chronic Infection

Immunizing newborns against hepatitis B is critical to reduce chronic hepatitis B later in life. False claims that call this benefit into question jeopardize the health of children. (also available in Spanish)

Fact Checked

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June 25, 2025

Immunizations Are Essential for Public Health and Child Safety

Misinformation about vaccines has led to fear and confusion about their necessity and safety. These concerns conflict with decades of scientific research confirming that vaccines are one of the most effective tools for preventing serious diseases.

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March 20, 2025

Resources For Families

HealthyChildren.org Immunization Articles
Share these articles with families who want more information on immunizations for their child.
Why Your Newborn Needs a Vitamin K Shot
Help parents understand why the vitamin K injection is safe and necessary.
Family-Facing Immunization Schedule
Share a family-friendly immunization schedule if parents have questions about immunizations their child may receive later on.
Last Updated

05/05/2026

Source

American Academy of Pediatrics