To help physicians prepare for the upcoming influenza season, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) will host two conference calls. The calls will provide you with the most up-to-date information on the vaccine supply and CDC recommendations for influenza vaccination.

The first call is TODAY, August 31, at 11:00 a.m. Pacific time, and will focus on vaccinating children (888/989-4612, passcode: 2823163). The next call is Thursday, September 7, also at 11:00 a.m., and will focus on vaccinating adults (888/459-3220, passcode: 2823163). The conference calls are scheduled to last no longer than 45 minutes, including time for questions.

Callers are advised to call in 15 minutes early, as these will be operated assisted calls. For more information, please visit http://www.cdc.gov/nip/ed/ciinc/calls/default.htm or e-mail nipinfo@cdc.gov.