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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has awarded its annual Wisconsin BigShot awards to 208 health care providers across the state. These awards recognize efforts to protect children against vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, and pertussis.

The BigShot award celebrates providers who ensure their pediatric patients are up to date on routine childhood vaccinations, based on 2023 immunization data collected by the Wisconsin Immunization Registry. "We commend the dedication of our health care providers in safeguarding the health of children across Wisconsin," said Paula Tran, State Health Officer. "Childhood vaccination rates declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, and these health care providers have taken the charge to get us back on track. By prioritizing childhood immunizations and regular well-visits, we can effectively curb the resurgence of vaccine-preventable illnesses."

This year’s award recipients included medical clinics from more than 50 counties in four categories. Each provider will receive a certificate to display in their waiting rooms, signifying their commitment to protecting children and communities against vaccine-preventable diseases.

For further details about the Wisconsin BigShot awards and information regarding necessary vaccinations for children at different ages, individuals can visit the DHS website or view their child’s vaccine record on the Wisconsin Immunization Registry.

Members of the media with inquiries can contact DHSMedia@dhs.wisconsin.gov.