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All topics that do not fall into the other categories like. a broad overview of immunization as a health intervention for instance.

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 Sorry I missed the deadline.Proposed TechNet 21 Topice 2. suggestions: 1. Supportive supervision as a training methodology and how to make it work 2. Panel on presentations. How relevant are the opinions of VPPAC and IPAC and PSPQ on what... Technet21 Consultation- Invitation to propose topics
May-14-12 14:40
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Cold chain equipment and cold chain equipment management
Refrigerators, freezers, ice packs, cold boxes, vaccine carriers, temperature monitoring devices, inventories of cold chain equipment, repair and maintenance, Performance, Quality and Safety (PQS) of cold chain equipment, estimation of cold chain storage space requirements.

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 If a solar designer tried to use the Autonomy Tool to size a True Energy BLF 100DC they would have a number of obstacles. When applying the autonomy tool the first step is to calculate the size of array needed to power the refrigerator with the... The Autonomy Tool and Direct Drive Systems
May-11-12 01:04
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Logistics and programmatic issues related to new vaccine introduction
Logistics and programmatic issues related to new vaccine introduction: HPV, Japanese encephalitis, Hib, rotavirus, Pneumococcal vaccines.

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 [i]Cross-posted from the February 2012 Global Immunization News issue. Many thanks. [/i] 29/02/2012 from Jhilmil Bahl, WHO HQ As the introductions of Pneumo and Rota vaccines in 2012 are fast approaching, training materials are being developed... Pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccines training materials provided by WHO
Mar-15-12 17:07
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Distribution systems, transportation and stock management
Transport, subsidiary stores, stock management systems (push, pull), storage, warehousing, frozen vaccine and the shake test.

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 [i]by Kristina Lorenson, PATH[/i] Regional distribution centers (RDCs) may be a realistic option for countries that distribute large quantities of vaccines and need to invest in cold chain infrastructure, according to a report by project... Assessing the benefits of regional distribution centers
Apr-17-12 04:46
Last post by: Optimize.WHO
 
Injection technology, injection safety and waste management
Injection safety and technologies: spray, intradermal, needle-free methods, AD syringes, sterilization, needle sticks, etc. Health Care Waste Management (HCWM): waste disposal, safety boxes, re-cycling, hub cutters, incineration, landfill, environmental impact, etc.

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 Excerpts from a discussion on another forum about adverse events following immunization (AEFI) data collection. [i]Dhruv wrote:[/i] A wise option. Why don't we develop a cellphone-based VAERS? [i]Prabir wrote:[/i] See... SMS-based AEFI reports
Apr-25-12 04:12
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Vaccine presentation, packaging and wastage
Vaccine presentation, packaging volumes, labelling, visual clues, Vaccine Vial Monitors (VVMs), vaccine wastage and vaccine wastage rates.

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 This is a very important topic and I would encourage you so send in your ideas and experiences on how vaccine wastage rates can be reduced. Nearly two years ago a study was published that analysed pentavalent wastage rate in 20 different... Vaccine Wastage
Dec-31-11 09:30
Last post by: James Cheyne
 
Logistics Management Information Systems, software and tools
Logistics Management Information Systems (LMIS), immunization registries, use of handheld digital devices and more software tools.

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Effective Vaccine Management (EVM) Initiative Effective Vaccine Management (EVM) Initiative

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 [i]Many thanks to Mojtaba Haghgou for suggesting that this summary be posted here. Cross-posted from the [url=http://new.paho.org/hq/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3130&Itemid=3504&lang=en]PAHO Immunization Newsletter[/url], December... Paraguay’s evaluation of the VSSM
May-16-12 09:09
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Immunization delivery strategies
Immunization schedules, WHO policies, Immunization strategies, immunization coverage, communication and advocacy, immunization financing, Controlled Temperature Chain (CTC, formerly OCC), multi dose vaccine vial policy (MDVP), integration of routine and campaign strategies.

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 [i]Many thanks to Diana Chang Blanc for sharing this information with the forum![/i] Dear colleagues, ... Please find below the web link to the “first batch” of the WHO Information Sheets on Observed Rates of Vaccine Reactions. We would... WHO information sheets on observed rates of vaccine reactions
Apr-24-12 05:53
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Personnel management and training
Human resource capacity, technical and managerial training, supportive supervision, and professionalization of supply chain managers.

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 Tanzania is among the 11 Sub-Saharan (SSA) countries that have recorded significant progress in reducing child mortality through several interventions including immunization services. Sustaining this immunization gains (and the overall reduction... Using community health attendants in the health service delivery
Dec-02-11 07:16
Last post by: Dr David Manyanga

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General
Announcements that are not about Publications, Jobs, Events or RFP's

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 The Georgia Institute of Technology has received a $100,000 Grand Challenges Explorations grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The program funds individuals worldwide to explore ideas that can break the mold in how persistent global... Gates GCE Grant to Design Energy-Efficient Vaccine Warehouses
May-15-12 16:57
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Jobs
Immunization jobs. Post here and it will be cross posted to the job section of the website.

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 Post date : ASAP Employment: full time position Sector of employment: health Duty station: Cotonou (Benin) with frequent travel to the field (Ouidah and Mono-Couffo Departement) AMP has a dedicated immunization logistics program established... Immunization logistics advisor
May-18-12 14:18
Last post by: Mélanie Avella
 
Publications
Announce and link your publications here.

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 Dear Colleagues, Please find attached the latest "Global Immunization News" newsletter, including the list of Meetings and Key Events Related to Immunization. The newsletter and previous versions are also available online at the following... Global Immunization Newsletter (April 2012)
May-09-12 04:47
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Events
Immunization event/meeting announcements, reports, minutes etc.

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 Dear Colleagues and Partners, Online registration is now open for the upcoming scientific meeting on vaccine-derived polioviruses (VDPVs) – ‘VDPVs and their Implications: State of the Art’ – on 30 May to 1 June 2012 at the International... Registration open for scientific meeting: Vaccine-derived Polioviruses
Apr-24-12 05:30
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Proposals
Announce your Requests for Proposals or Expressions of Interest here. They will automatically be cross-posted to the Proposals section of the website.

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 [url=http://www.technet21.org/components/com_agora/img/members/2939/04042012-1454_GCE-tips-and-tricks.pdf]04042012-1454_GCE-tips-and-tricks.pdf[/url]... Gates calls for new innovations to optimize immunization systems
Apr-04-12 19:59
Last post by: Optimize.WHO

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General Inquiries
General Inquiries about the site and it's team members

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 If you are working on a slow connection, here are some things that you can do to speed up your browsing experience of technet21.org, or any other website. These approaches are listed in order of technical ease to implement. [size=18]1. Set... How to speed up your technet21.org web browsing experience
May-31-11 14:20
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Login and Registration
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 Oops, sorry, yes, I was using Internet Explorer. Yes, my pass word works (with difficulty) on TechNet21, and it still works - evidenced by this reply. I didn't click the 'lost password' link and my password still works. I will try logging... Could not login
Feb-28-11 07:59
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Subscriptions, preferences and settings
FAQ about Subscriptions, preferences and settings. If you need help, post here.

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 Your username always stays the same, but as you change organizations, you can update your email address without re-registering: 1. Log in 2. Go to the Network menu 3. Go to the Profile sub-menu (Network/Profile) 4. Go to the Edit Details... How do I change or update my email address?
Jan-27-12 13:10
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Photo Gallery
Post your questions and wish list ideas here for the Photo Gallery.

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 Some users have reported that when trying to upload photos, they get an annoying prompt from silverlight, a microsoft program, and sometimes can't close the window which prevents them from being able to share photos on Technet. If this is... How to disable Silverlight and it's prompts
Oct-27-11 13:13
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Documents Library
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Mar-23-11 06:51
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Software Tool Depot
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 The tool had not yet been approved by the moderator. You could see it because of your special permissions as a member of the Technet21 team. I've approved the document now and everyone should be able to see it. Report a bug
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Events Manager
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 [u]Using Microsoft Entourage:[/u] (APPLE) 1. Export the outlook version of the ical file from the website http://www.technet21.org/index.php/icals.ical/ 2. import the ical file into Entourage (drag and drop the ical file from desktop into... How can I get a pdf of all events?
Jan-24-11 07:25
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Discussion Forum
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 Please only use the X at the top right hand corner of the preview pane to close the window. The tiny arrow inside the post window that you clicked on is used in a later version of the forum application to navigate previous posts and was left... Report a bug
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Expert Blog Area
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 To insert a visible caption below an image, you need to [ul][li]make a two row, one column table[/li] [li]add borders if desired[/li] [li]insert your image into the top row[/li] [li]type your caption into the bottom row[/li][/ul] While... Photo credits and photo captions into blog
Dec-16-11 07:49
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