FACTSinnated

In this episode of FACTSinnated, we're joined by Patti Wukovits, nurse and founder of the Kimberly Coffey Foundation and co-founder of the American Society for Meningitis Prevention, who turned personal tragedy into national advocacy for meningitis prevention. Patti shares her journey from losing her 17-year-old daughter, Kimberly, to Meningitis B, to becoming a leading voice for adolescent vaccination. We talk about how meningococcal disease spreads, symptoms to watch for, and why comprehensive vaccination against all 5 types of meningococcal bacteria (ABCWY) most likely to cause meningococcal meningitis is is essential for protecting teens. Patti also addresses common misconceptions, gaps in awareness among parents and teens, and offers heartfelt advice for families who may still be hesitant. In addition, through the work of the Foundation, June has been declared ‘Meningitis B Awareness' month in New York state since 2015. Tune in to hear how Kimberly's legacy continues to save lives and what steps we can all take to stay informed and protected.Social channels:Instagram: http://instagram.com/asmp_org Twitter(X): http://twitter.com/asmp_org Facebook: http://facebook.com/americansocietyformeningitisprevention LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-society-for-meningitis-prevention Website links: ASMP: https://meningitisprevention.org/Kimberly Coffey Foundation: https://www.kimberlycoffeyfoundation.org/

In this episode of FACTSinnated, Dr. Cindy Leifer, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Cornell University, discusses the critical importance of adolescent and young adult immunization. She shares insights into how vaccines work, the challenges of combating vaccine misinformation, and strategies for building trust in science. Dr. Leifer emphasizes the role of reliable sources and effective communication in navigating the sea of online misinformation. She also highlights the dangers of diseases like HPV-related cancers and meningitis, which can be prevented through vaccination. Tune in for practical advice on making informed decisions about vaccines to protect your health and the health of your loved ones.  Instagram @cynthialeifer Twitter(X): @CindyLeifer Bluesky: @cindyleifer.bsky.social 

 PedsDocTalk is a multiplatform resource dedicated to spreading accurate health information for Mom's. Today, our host Sophie sits down with Dr. Mona, a pediatrician, Mom and the creator of PedsDocTalk to discuss strategies for moms of adolescents and young adults to combat vaccine misinformation. Dr. Mona can be found on all platforms @PedsDocTalk.

On this episode of FACTSinnated, we're joined by Deanna Troust, founder of Truth in Common, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring fact-based decision-making and empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of today's information landscape. We also explore the intersection of misinformation, public health, and social division, offering tools for navigating today's complex information landscape. Listeners will gain insight into how fostering respectful discourse can empower communities to address contentious issues effectively.  Truth in Common Website: https://www.truthincommon.org/   Folks can register for news and updates there  Instagram @truth_incommon  Threads: @dtroust  Twitter(X): https://x.com/DeeLT   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanna-troust-10a3749/  

On this episode of FACTSinnated, we're joined by Jessica McDonald, a seasoned science journalist with a focus on addressing the growing issue of vaccine misinformation. Jessica shares her journey into science journalism and discusses why tackling vaccine misinformation, especially online, is more crucial than ever. We dive into some of the most common misconceptions surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine, including concerns about myocarditis, and explore how these myths have impacted public health efforts and trust in health institutions. Jessica also provides insight into her approach to making complex scientific topics, like vaccination, accessible to the general public, with tailored strategies for parents and young people. Tune in to learn more about the fight against vaccine misinformation and discover resources to stay informed and protect public health!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/factcheckorg/?hl=en   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/factcheck.org   Twitter(X): https://twitter.com/jjmcdona?lang=en   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-mcdonald-15252049/  

On this episode of FACTSinnated, we sit down with Dr. Linda Eckert, a Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Adjunct Professor in Global Health with an Infectious Diseases Fellowship at the University of Washington. We discuss her new book Enough: Because We Can Stop Cervical Cancer and the importance of preventing this disease. Dr. Eckert also delves into why getting the HPV vaccine at a young age, starting at 9 years old, is crucial to preventing HPV-related cancers, and how she has worked with parents and adolescents in the past to ensure adolescents are protected through vaccination. Tune in to learn more about HPV vaccination as we debunk the myths surrounding it and check out these free sources! Website: https://drlindaeckert.com/   Enough: Because We Can Stop Cervical Cancer: https://www.cambridge.org/us/universitypress/subjects/medicine/obstetrics-and-gynecology-reproductive-medicine/enough-because-we-can-stop-cervical-cancer   https://cervivor.org/ https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx https://www.acog.org/

Join us for a new episode of FACTSinnated, featuring a discussion with four young adult vaccine advocates. Eric, Lindsey, Archer, and Nolan each have a unique background and lived experiences that have shaped their interest in adolescent vaccination. On this episode, we'll hear about their path to becoming vaccine advocates, what it takes to make their voice heard, and how they've been able to make a difference among their peers. Tune in to this to learn more about strategies for navigating conversations about vaccines and sharing credible, fact-based vaccine information with your friends and family.

On this episode of FACTSinnated, we sat down with Dr. Andrea Love, immunologist and microbiologist, and an expert podcaster herself, to discuss the role of immunization in keeping adolescents and young adults, and their communities, healthy. Dr. Love discusses the common misconceptions and beliefs of parents of teens and where to find unbiased, credible resources about vaccines. Dr. Love shares her role as a vaccine advocate in addition to the critical need for trust in public health agencies. Tune in for this special Adolescent Immunization Action Week 2024 episode to learn more. 

Join us for an exciting new episode of FACTSinnated, Unity Consortium's mythbusting podcast. Today we'll hear from Dr. Jason Zucker in a recap of his work with the CDC and NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene during the Mpox outbreak of 2022. Dr. Zucker discusses the importance of STI prevention through vaccination, testing and treatment options for those at risk or who have contracted Mpox, and resources for parents and teens looking to learn more. Take a listen!

In this episode of FACTSinnated, we delve into the complex world of adolescent vaccination and vaccine hesitancy, bringing you insights and guidance from a renowned expert in bioethics, Dr. Arthur Caplan. Our host, Natalie Cordero, sits down with Dr. Caplan and Nathaniel to explore the ethical considerations surrounding adolescent vaccination including the importance of patient autonomy, and the evolving landscape. 

We all hold many different roles as a part of our identities: practitioner, parent, caregiver, family member, all with important lived experiences as members of society. On this special, double feature episode tune in to hear from Phyllis E. Greenberger, Senior Vice President of Science & Health Policy, in her journey from childhood through parenthood recovering from measles, later facing severe chickenpox along with her sons, and the impact that these challenging life events have had on her as an individual, a parent, and in her career. Beth Battaglino shares the importance of her roles as a mom, nurse, and CEO of HealthyWomen in advocating for women's health and vaccination priorities for adolescents and young adults. Streaming now!

Cervical cancer survivor, vaccine advocate, and the CEO of Cervivor, Tamika Felder, joins us on FACTSinnated to discuss the importance of HPV vaccination. On this episode hosted by intern Natalie Mar Cordero, Tamika shares her experience with cervical cancer, all things HPV, and how she became a vaccine advocate.  

On this episode hosted by Natalie Cordero, the Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Peter Marks, joins us to discuss how the FDA is keeping adolescents and young adults in mind as they continue to tackle vaccine development.  

From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to now, the world has experienced an immense amount of change in our healthcare systems. One important lesson remains: vaccinations save lives. On this episode of FACTSinnated, Dr. Walter A. Orenstein discusses the importance of staying up-to-date on COVID-19 immunizations and booster shots, where and when adolescents and young adults can get vaccinated, and recurrent themes in vaccine hesitancy. Join us for this exciting new episode, streaming now!  Resources provided by Dr. Orenstein: Plotkin's Vaccines - Seventh Edition, Dr. Walter A. Orenstein Centers for Disease Control and Prevention International Vaccine Access Center Vaccinate Your Family National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit Vaccine Education Center at CHoP National Foundation for Infectious Diseases Visit our website and connect with us on the following platforms:                                                                        Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, LinkedIn, and Facebook. 

Meningitis survivor, vaccine advocate, and painter Samantha Bennett, joins us on FACTSinnated to discuss the importance of the meningitis vaccine. On this episode hosted by intern Natalie Mar Cordero, Samantha shares her lifelong experience with meningitis, how she became a vaccine advocate, and how it has influenced her art.

Adolescents and young adults are a critical age group for preventive healthcare and vaccination. On this episode of FACTSinnated, we welcome Dr. John Santelli to discuss the importance of teen health outcomes, specifically in the context of clinical preventive services and routinely recommended vaccines, and how parents and healthcare providers can support and advocate for the access to these services. Follow Unity Consortium on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Youtube, and Twitter, or visit our website at www.unity4teenvax.org.

Many teens don't know how to find accurate, research-based information on vaccines, making it challenging for them to talk about and access care. In this special Adolescent Immunization Action Week (AIAW) episode of FACTSinnated, internationally recognized vaccine expert Dr. Paul Offit shares ways to help teens find the accurate information and how they can use their voice to be their own best advocate. Tune in as he discusses the importance of empowering young adult voices in decisions about their health. Follow Unity Consortium on all LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Twitter or visit our website at www.unity4teenvax.org. You can learn more about Dr. Paul Offit on his website, www.paul-offit.com.

Meet Dr. Todd Wolynn, a pediatrician, immunization expert, and "media maker". In this episode, Dr. Wolynn tells us his experience with social media attacks and how he decided to fight back. He gives advice on how healthcare providers can build their digital presence, how social media users can distinguish credible information, and ends with more information about the COVID-19 bivalent boosters. Follow Dr. Wolynn on TikTok: drtoddwo LinkedIn: Todd Wolynn Instagram: @kidspluspgh Make sure to following Unity on Instagram: @unityconsortium Facebook: Unity Consortium Twitter: @unityconsortium

The United States Assistant Secretary of Health, Admiral Rachel Levine, MD, joins us on FACTSinnated to discuss the importance of the HPV vaccine for all adolescents and young adults. Admiral Levine tackles common HPV vaccine misconceptions and reminds us of what this vaccine is really about: to prevent cancer in all individuals.

Have you ever wondered what mRNA vaccines are really all about? In this episode, Unity intern Alex Garcia meets with Dr. Drew Weissman, MD from Penn Medicine. He and Katalin Karikó PhD developed mRNA and having been discovering new ways of using this technology to treat disease. Listen in as Dr. Weissman debunks some common myths and tells us more about mRNA - past, present, and future. Follow Dr. Weissman on Twitter @WeissmanLab See all that Unity Consortium has to offer at www.unity4teenvax.org. Follow Unity on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @UnityConsortium

Unity welcomes you back with a new episode on vaccine hesitancy. Unity intern Alex Garcia speaks with Heidi Larson, Ph.D about her experience working on vaccine confidence. Find more information on Heidi Larson's work with The Vaccine Confidence Project here: https://www.vaccineconfidence.org/ To pre-order the paperback version of her book, Stuck: How Vaccines Start -- and Why They Don't Go Away, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Stuck-Vaccine-Rumors-Start-They-dp-0197643388/dp/0197643388/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=

We discuss the events of the Tuskegee Syphilis study and the resulting impacts it has had on the Black community. Expert Dr. Tamera Coyne-Beasley joins the discussion and shares her insights on effective methods to combat hesitancy and distrust.

There is a lot of misinformation about vaccinations on the web, especially on sites like reddit. Kelly Danielpour started VaxTeen which is specifically aimed at advocating for teen's rights when it comes to vaccine information. Kelly will talk about the importance of minor's being immunized and what steps teen's themselves can take to fight against vaccine misinformation.

The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc during 2020. However, there is hope as both Pfizer and Moderna begin to roll out their COVID-19 Vaccine. Dr. L.J Tan comes on the podcast to discuss how these vaccines were created and why they are safe and effective for all populations.

Measles was declared an eliminated disease in 2000. However, periodically there have been outbreaks within US school children as more and more parents are not vaccinating their kids, citing autism and brain damage concerns. Ethan Lindenberger will come on the podcast to talk about his own experience getting the Measles vaccine against his mother's wishes.

There are some parents who do not believe their child should get the HPV vaccine. Their reasons differ, but as an example some parents object to vaccinating their 11 YO (recommended timing for vaccination) because HPV is spread through sexual contact and their child is not currently sexually active. We will discuss with an expert in the field, Dr. Paul Offit, reasons for vaccinating against HPV, following the recommended timing and dosing, and debunking circulating myths.