2026-2031
Virginia Immunization Plan
December 2025, Richmond, VA — Vaccines have been credited with stopping the spread of highly infectious diseases and preventing countless deaths. However, vaccination rates throughout the country, including Virginia, have been declining. While this trend pre-dated the COVID-19 pandemic, it has accelerated since. Furthermore, disparities in vaccination rates persist across racial, ethnic, and geographic communities. Even small decreases in vaccination rates present significant risks for spreading infectious diseases to our communities, as evidenced by the rise in highly infectious diseases like measles and pertussis.
To facilitate a coordinated response across the Commonwealth, ImmunizeVA developed a statewide immunization plan. The Virginia Immunization Plan (VIP) aims to provide a roadmap for communities, policymakers, healthcare providers, and the public health workforce to improve immunization rates across the lifespan for residents of Virginia.
Included with each goal are strategies and objectives to provide actionable steps and foster accountability across diverse partners. This report serves as a guide for targeted interventions, systemic improvements, and community-driven efforts to increase vaccination rates across the state.
PRESS RELEASE
“Improving immunization rates isn’t the responsibility of any one sector—it requires coordinated, statewide action,”
- Mike Royster, Senior Vice President, Institute for Public Health Innovation
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