Sample Social Media Calendar
Use the links below for suggested sample social media posts by month:
All Month
- Keep those healthy New Years resolutions going strong! Bring your teens up to date on recommended #vaccines http://bit.ly/SWIJaV
- Start 2018 health and make sure you & your loved ones are up to date on their #vaccines http://bit.ly/1iraLb1
Cervical Health Awareness Month
- Cervical cancer is preventable all teens should be fully vaccinated http://bit.ly/YlC5wv #CervicalHealthMonth
- #HPV vaccination rates are still low protect your teen during #CervicalHealthMonth http://bit.ly/YlC5wv
- It’s #CervicalHealthMonth. Must read report on #HPV #Vaccination as a Public Health Priority http://ow.ly/G6WuC
January 1 New Years Day
April 1 – April Fools Day
All Month
- Happy 2018! Make sure your teens had a flu #vaccine this season. #Flu can have serious complications for healthy teens #FightFlu
- Get a healthy start on the new year & help your family #FightFlu. Need more reasons? http://bit.ly/2adGPy
- Whats your New Years resolution? Practice healthy habits & #GetVaccinated against #flu each year. #FightFlu
February
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- There are tools available to help HCPs remind patients about teen #vaccines at every opportunity! http://bit.ly/TyfRWO
- Among patients w/#flu, study showed 30% were prescribed 1 of 3 antibiotics & only 16% were prescribed antivirals http://t.co/zoXa4uWeYq
- Watch Freddie the #Flu Detective to learn how to #FightFlu http://t.co/G0ZWC4em72
- Antivirals underused, antibiotics overused in #flu patients http://t.co/gi6oQyNIPD
Black History Month
- African Americans are at higher risk for #flu complications. Protect yourself & loved ones by getting vaccinated! #BlackHistoryMonth
February American Heart Month
- #Vaccines are critical when you have health conditions such as heart disease or stroke http://1.usa.gov/1no8nhq #GoRed #HeartHealthy
February 2 Groundhog Day
- Have you had a #flu vaccine? Have you had a #flu vaccine? If not, #GetVaccinated now! #FightFlu
February 14 Valentines Day
- Will you be mine? Only if you get the flu #vaccine! Its not too late to #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu http://bit.ly/Vo6qpC
- Roses are red, violets are blue. I got my flu #vaccine, how about you? Learn about vaccines for teens! http://bit.ly/Vo6qpC
- On #ValentinesDay spread love, not disease. Be sure your teen is current on all recommended #vaccines! http://bit.ly/WkrsEc
February 20 Presidents Day
- Happy Presidents Day. Annual #flu #vaccines are important to presidents & all individuals 6 months & older! #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu!
February Oscars
- No babysitter for the #Oscars? Entertain your kids with our free educational coloring book. Download at http://t.co/zyAv4PYrCr #FightFlu
March
All Month
- Looking to educate your family on #flu? RT to share this video starring Freddie the Flu Detective http://t.co/cQOLKPo1IA
March 9 World Kidney Day
- Its #WorldKidneyDay those with kidney disease are at higher risk for #flu-related complications #GetVaccinated
- Its #WorldKidneyDay! #Pneumococcal #vaccination is recommended for those with kidney disease http://bit.ly/VbVRcX
March 10-12 – Spring 2017 NFID Clinical Vaccinology Course, Chicago, IL (www.nfid.org/cvc)
- Experts gather @ Clinical Vaccinology Course to strategize for successful adolescent #vaccine programs www.nfid.org/cvc #NFIDCVC
March 28 American Diabetes Alert Day
- #Flu season isnt over yet. RT to share that diabetics are at a higher risk of flu complications #DiabetesAlertDay #FightFlu
April 1 – April Fools Day
- It’s #AprilFools but #vaccine-preventable diseases are no joke! #GetVaccinate& learn more: http://www.nfid.org
April 7 World Health Day
- Its #WorldHealthDay In our modern world, infectious diseases are just a flight away #GetVaccinated
April 24 World Meningitis Day
- World #Meningitis Day encourages all to learn how to prevent meningitis http://bit.ly/adultvaxmening #JoinHands
- Before going to college, ask your healthcare professional about BOTH types of #Meningococcal #vaccines http://www.nfid.org/meningitis
April 16-April 23 National Infant Immunization Week
- New baby boy or girl in the family? Make sure to #GetVaccinated to protect them from whooping cough & measles #NIIW http://bit.ly/adultvaxvp
April 24-30 World Immunization Week
- Find out if you are up-to-date on #vaccines during World Immunization Week http://bit.ly/1TaK3kI #WIW
Hepatitis Awareness Month
- Do your patients know chronic hepatitis can lead to liver cancer? Talk to them about vaccination http://bit.ly/ViUDcq #HepAware
Asthma Awareness Month
- Encourage teens with asthma to get an annual #flu vaccination to help keep them healthy http://bit.ly/Vo6qpC #AsthmaAwarenessMonth
May 8 Smallpox Eradication Anniversary
- On 5/8/80, @WHO declared smallpox eradicated. #VaccinesWork. Make sure youre up to date with all recommended vaccinations
May 14 Mothers Day
- On #MothersDay wed like to thank all the moms who help keep their kids healthy through #vaccination! http://bit.ly/qBSXOO
May 8-14 National Womens Health Week
- Did you know theres a #vaccine to protect against cervical cancer? Teens should get #HPV vaccine at age 11 or 12 http://bit.ly/YlC5wv #NWHW
May 29 Memorial Day
- Thanks to all members of the US armed forces & the HCPs keeping them healthy & #immunized #MemorialDay #GetVaccinated
- As you make vacation plans this #MemorialDay ask your doctor about travel #vaccines if youre traveling overseas http://1.usa.gov/19cpVfW
All Month
- Vacation safe & healthy! Visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/ & #GetVaccinated BEFORE you travel
June 18 Fathers Day
- Its #FathersDay! You do a lot for your kids. Dont forget to keep them healthy with #vaccines! http://bit.ly/qBSXOO #DadsWhoVax
- RT to honor #DadsWhoVax and keep their families protected #FathersDay
- #Vaccines save lives. Happy #FathersDay to all the #DadsWhoVax today and every day!
July
All Month
- Kids going to camp? Add vaccinations to your camp checklist to keep kids safe all summer. Visit http://bit.ly/qBSXOO
- Help prevent #measles! Give your child the best protection with the #MMR #vaccine www.adolescentvaccination.org/vpd/mmr
July 28 World Hepatitis Day
- Its World Hepatitis Day! Make sure teens get their catch-up #vaccines, including #HepB #WorldHepDay http://bit.ly/Ui5LHl
August
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM)
- HCPs have a major influence on patient decisions about #vaccination. Tools available: www.adolescentvaccination.org #NIAM17
- Use this quiz to find out what #vaccines you need to keep yourself & your loved ones healthy http://bit.ly/1iraLb1
- 10 reasons your teen needs to #GetVaccinated www.adolescentvaccination.org/10-reasons #NIAM17
August 12 International Youth Day
- Its International Youth Day! Stay active and healthy and #GetVaccinated against HPV, Tdap, meningitis, & flu. Carpe diem!
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM): August (Preteens & Teens)
- Before school starts, make sure teens catch-up on any missed #vaccines, like MMR & hepatitis B www.adolescentvaccination.org #NIAM17
- Its back to school! Make sure your teen is protected against #HPV #meningitis #flu & #Tdap #NIAM17
- Is HPV vaccination on your back-to-school checklist? Learn more: www.adolescentvaccination.org #NIAM17
- Learn about the importance of being fully vaccinated to prevent serious diseases #meningitis #HPV #flu #Tdap https://youtu.be/FcDWF_S6qcY
- Now is the time to #GetVaccinated for the 2017-18 school year & beat the fall rush! Visit www.adolescentvaccination.org
NIAM: August (College Students)
- College students should get a meningococcal vaccine before heading to the dorms! Visit http://bit.ly/qBSXOO for info on recommended adolescent #vaccines
- Studying abroad? Research your destination at wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/ to find out what #vaccines you need before travel #NIAM17
- Preparing your teens for college? Dont forget a #meningitis booster & ask about #MenB! http://bit.ly/U75gQg #NIAM17
- #DYK 1 in 10 who get #meningococcal disease will die? Learn more about available #vaccines: bit.ly/29rmYxM
September 4 Labor Day
- Happy #LaborDay! Make sure your teen is up to date w/all recommended #vaccines: #HPV #Tdap #meningitis & #flu https://www.adolescentvaccination.org
September 10 Grandparents Day
- For Grandparents Day #DoSomethingGrand & tell yours to keep healthy by getting the flu #vaccine! http://bit.ly/1uZwgCS #FluFacts
- On #GrandparentsDay, remind yours about #pneumo vaccine. Even if they got 1, they may need another to be protected.
September 15-October 15 National Hispanic Heritage Month
- #HPV related cancer rates are higher among Hispanic women. Help change this by getting teens #vaccinated! http://bit.ly/YlC5wv #HHM
- Hispanic teens have the highest flu vaccination coverage compared to other ethnicities. Keep up the good work! http://bit.ly/1kUQzsF #HHM
September 29 World Heart Day
- #Vaccines are critical when you have health conditions such as heart disease or stroke http://1.usa.gov/1no8nhq #WorldHeartDay
- #Flu & pneumonia are bad news for those w/heart disease. #GetVaccinated for #WorldHeartDay http://1.usa.gov/1no8nhq
September 16-22 International Infection Prevention Week
- Intl Infection Prevention Week #IIPW is a good time to make sure teens have had flu, meningitis, HPV & Tdap vaccinations! bit.ly/qBSXOO
All Month
- As the weather grows colder, be prepared for #flu season. Teens need to be vaccinated annually for protection! #FightFlu
- RT if you got your flu #vaccine this year! #FightFlu
- Flu can spread up to 6 feet from a cough or sneeze! Learn more at http://bit.ly/C8yu #fluFACTS #FightFlu
- Know what to do when you have the flu? http://bit.ly/XJwVcp #fluFACTS #FightFlu
Liver Awareness Month
- It’s #LiverAwarenessMonth – Here is some important information about chronic #kidneydisease & #pneumococcal disease http://bit.ly/141QFgR
October 26 Healthy Lung Month/Lung Health Day
- Five reasons adults with #lungdisease should #GetVaccinated against #pneumococcal disease http://bit.ly/17iX7lT
October 31 Halloween
- Flu, Tdap & HPV – Oh My! No need to be scared, instead #GetVaccinated http://bit.ly/qBSXOO
- You know whats scary? The flu! Its a serious disease & anyone can get it even healthy teens #GetVaccinated #FightFlu
American Diabetes Month
- It’s National Diabetes Month. If you have diabetes, flu can be especially serious. Protect yourself & #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu #NDAM
- Stay home if youre sick-dont be That Guy! http://bit.ly/ZVrkky #FightFlu
November 8 Election Day
- This #ElectionDay, vote yes for flu #vaccine! #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu
November 11 Veterans Day
- On #VeteransDay remind others that #vaccines are the best way to help #FightFlu
November 12 World Pneumonia Day
- On #WPD dont forget that teens with certain underlying conditions may need a #pneumococcal #vaccine http://bit.ly/VbVRcW
November 24 Thanksgiving
- Give thanks, not flu. Protect yourself & your family by getting #vaccinated! http://bit.ly/2XnzsN #FightFlu
- Pass the stuffing, not the flu. Make sure everyone at the table gets vaccinated! http://bit.ly/SWIJaV
- Give thanks for your familys health & keep them healthy with recommended #vaccines. Teens too! http://bit.ly/SWIJaU
All Month
- Have a happy and healthy holiday season! Make sure all teens get recommended #vaccines http://bit.ly/SWIJaU
- Give the gift of health-here are 10 reasons to get your teen #vaccinated! http://bit.ly/WbNE3g
- RT if you’ll be spreading holiday cheer this season, not flu #GetVaccinated #FightFlu
- Its not too late to protect yourself & your loved ones against the flu http://bit.ly/nM5nvr #FightFlu
December 4-9 National Influenza Vaccination Week
- It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week & your family needs to be protected against #flu! #NIVW2015 #FightFlu
- #NIVW2017 reminds all to #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu this holiday season & beyond
- During #NIVW2017 be sure that your whole family is up-to-date on all recommended #vaccines! http://bit.ly/WJFOPO
- RT if your teens are up to date on all recommended #vaccines! http://bit.ly/WJFOPO #NIVW2017
- National Influenza Vaccination Week reminds all to #GetVaccinated to #FightFlu this holiday season & beyond #NIVW2017
- If youre 65+, add #pneumococcal #vaccine to your schedule this year. Its the best way to stay healthy http://bit.ly/1Mcr5tk
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