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Vaccine Resources
Immunizations
Immunizations are one of the greatest public health achievements, preventing tens of thousands of deaths, millions of cases of disease, and saving billions of dollars per decade. Immunizations are a safe, effective way to protect children from disease, including some cancers, as well as hospitalization, disability, and death. It is especially important to maintain routine immunizations to prevent a disease outbreak, public health emergency, or future pandemic.
Pediatricians play a crucial role in immunizing children and are a trusted source for vaccine information. Vaccine conversations with parents should begin as early as possible — ideally at the prenatal visit.
The links below will take you to educational materials, recommendations on how to speak with parents/caregivers, immunization guides, and AAP's policy and recommendations.
2026-2027 COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance
On August 27, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2026-2027 respiratory viral season. Given variations in COVID-19 vaccine recommendations and schedules, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is issuing evidence-based recommendations to support clinical decision making and public health planning for the upcoming season.
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This guidance is intended to assist healthcare providers in identifying populations for whom COVID-19 vaccination is currently advised. In general, given the constrained healthcare resources in the state, NMDOH recommends broad access to the COVID-19 vaccine.
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The guidance document is based on review of guidance released by other medical professional organizations and the Vaccine Integrity Project Evidence Review. Where no new evidence review exists, NMDOH relied on Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and American College of Physicians (ACP) guidance from the 2025-2026 season.
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NMDOH will review and revise this guidance as necessary following the release of new evidence or evidence-based recommendations from medical professional organizations.
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This document outlines population-based recommendations for COVID-19 vaccination but does not include specific product, formulation, or dosing guidance.
If you have questions or concerns about these recommendations, please call the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-796-8773.
Trainings and Resources
Explore CDC’s free interactive online training, Fostering a Culture of Immunization in Your Practice; CE credit is available. Vaccination is a team effort. From the office vaccine champion to the staff at the front desk, everyone has an important role to play in setting patient expectations and supporting a positive vaccination experience.
The NMDOH's immunization program webpage has resources for providers and parents/care givers alike.
The links below will take you to educational materials, recommendations on how to speak with parents/caregivers, immunization guides, and AAP's policy and recommendations.
NMDOH Viral Respiratory Infection Dashboard
The NMDOH has developed an interactive data dashboard for COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. These three seasonal illnesses recur every year and have a large impact on the health of New Mexicans. The dashboard is updated weekly with the most current available data. View the Viral Respiratory Infection Dashboard.