
Hack the Vax Partner Kit
All you need to use our Hack the Vax resources for you and your community
About this Resource
We created the Hack the Vax campaign during the pandemic to help the 25% of adults who struggle with needle fear and the impact on health care choices, including vaccination. Since we are all about collaboration and partnerships, we created this partner kit to make it easier for any organization to use our materials to support their community.
How to use
Just check out all the downloadable and digital content. Reach out to use at info@megfoundationforpain.org with any questions or if you can think of any way we can support your efforts!
Who is this for
Providers, other organizations, nonprofits, health care providers, colleges, and schools.
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