By: Emily Olson, CHW – Immunize Minnesota Coalition Member September 10th, 2026 "What will we do after our children are born, before they're able to be vaccinated?" I ask my partner as we leave a family gathering filled with happy, healthy nieces and nephews. "What do you mean?" he asks. "I'm worried we will have to distance ourselves from some of your family until our children can be vaccinated.” He hadn’t thought of that, and I hadn't either, until recently. Many of our f

Minnesota’s health care providers and public health community remain firmly committed to protecting the health of infants, youth, and adults through evidence-based vaccination practices.

We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural Immunize Minnesota Steering Committee! This exceptional group of leaders, advocates, and clinical experts from diverse sectors will guide our mission to dismantle barriers in healthcare and champion vaccine equity across the state. The committee meets this July to prepare for a full launch in August, coinciding with National Immunization Awareness Month. Visit immunizemn.org to learn more and sign up for updates.