Friday, December 19, 2025

NCIP New Respiratory Health Resources Available

We want to provide you with a few updates on new respiratory health resources available to you. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting an increase in flu activity and flu-related deaths. You can help North Carolinians defend themselves against serious illness from flu, COVID and RSV by sharing our new bilingual Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit. We are also excited to excited to announce the launch of the new Respiratory Vaccine Dashboard.This interactive dashboard provides timely, transparent data on COVID-19, flu and RSV immunization coverage across North Carolina. Designed for use by both the public and professionals, the dashboard offers valuable insights to help monitor and respond to respiratory immunization trends.
North Carolina Immunization Program
Dec 19, 2025

Dear Partners,

We want to provide you with a few updates on new respiratory health resources available to you.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting an increase in flu activity and flu-related deaths. You can help North Carolinians defend themselves against serious illness from flu, COVID and RSV by sharing our new bilingual Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit.  

This toolkit was created for partners like you. It covers a range of topics, including: 

  • How the flu, COVID and RSV spread and their symptoms  
  • What preventive actions people can take
  • Why vaccines are the best defense
  • Where to get vaccinated, including low/no-cost options

Materials are ready for posting, printing, and distribution and include: 

  • Fact sheets
  • Social media graphics and post copy
  • Short public service announcements
  • Posters
  • Rack cards

            Sample social media graphics from the Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit.

Why this outreach matters now: Respiratory viruses are already circulating, and transmission typically increases as more people gather indoors during colder months. Last season, North Carolina recorded the highest number of flu deaths since statewide reporting began in 2009. Together, we can help North Carolinians defend themselves and their families from these viruses. 

How you can use the materials: Your trusted role makes you one of the most effective messengers of health information. Please share the toolkit materials with your networks and communities.
Consider: 

  • Posting content on social media and websites
  • Printing and displaying posters and rack cards in high-traffic locations
  • Sharing fact sheets at events, clinics, or outreach activities
  • Playing videos in waiting rooms, classrooms, or at community meetings
  • Integrating messages into newsletters, listservs, or bulletins 

Visit MySpot.nc.gov to learn more and help spread the word about the Respiratory Illness Communications Toolkit. 
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NCIP Launches New Respiratory Vaccine Dashboard


The North Carolina Immunization Program (NCIP) is excited to announce the launch of the new Respiratory Vaccine Dashboard.

This interactive dashboard provides timely, transparent data on COVID-19, flu and RSV immunization coverage across North Carolina. Designed for use by both the public and professionals, the dashboard offers valuable insights to help monitor and respond to respiratory immunization trends.

Key features of the Dashboard

  • Current Data: Access up-to-date immunization coverage for COVID-19, flu, and RSV.
  • Geographic and Demographic Insights: Analyze trends by county, race, ethnicity, and age group.
  • Seasonal Trends: View and compare three years of COVID-19 and influenza data to identify seasonal patterns.

How this Dashboard Benefits You

  • Improved Decision-Making: Utilize reliable data to support informed decisions.
  • Enhanced Partnerships: Collaborate more effectively with public health partners to improve immunization rates.
  • Trustworthy Communication: Reference accurate, up-to-date information when communicating with immunization stakeholders.
  • Strategic Resource Allocation: Identify and address gaps in immunization coverage promptly.
     

Click Here to View Respiratory Dashboards


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 Upcoming Lunch and Learn Webinar: Respiratory Vaccine Dashboard


Join NCIP on January 21, 2025, at 12:00 PM for a webinar on the new Respiratory Vaccine Dashboard. This webinar will highlight the dashboard’s key features and how it can support your work.

Zoom Meeting Details

 Register for January Lunch and Learn Here 

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and dedication to improving immunization outcomes in North Carolina.


How to contact us: 
 

For assistance, please contact the NCIP Help Desk by phone at 1.877.USE.NCIR (1-877-873-6247) or by email. 

In Health, 
NC Department of Health and Human Services 

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