Podcasts about Immunization

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In this episode, Dr. Kate O'Brien, Director of the Department of Immunization, Vaccines, and Biologicals at the World Health Organization (WHO) shares her perspective on the state of global immunization programs halfway through Immunization Agenda 2030; the challenges associated with current measles outbreaks in the United States and around the world; why people who have never seen children die from preventable diseases may seem complacent about vaccines; steps that can be taken to strengthen vaccine confidence while ensuring equitable access to immunization programs; and what's at risk as the United States and other funders cut support for biomedical research and development at a moment when there are numerous promising products to prevent infectious diseases in the research and development pipeline.

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Should you really trust the vaccine schedule? In this episode of the Awake & Winning Podcast, Kaylor sits down with Dr. Taylor Bean—a licensed naturopathic doctor, vaccine educator, and founder of VaccineOptimization.com—who's known for her nuanced, evidence-based approach to vaccine education and immune system support. With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Bean is on a mission to help parents make informed, empowered decisions about their health and their children's. From a Love Island dating story to a masterclass on infant immunity, this episode unpacks the real mechanisms behind vaccines, the role of aluminum, and why the current vaccine schedule doesn't align with infant physiology. If you've ever questioned mainstream medicine or felt gaslit in a doctor's office, this conversation is your permission to ask better questions and explore better answers. Episode Highlights: vaccines, aluminum in vaccines, informed consent, infant immunity, pharmaceutical risk, root cause medicine, public health, naturopathic medicine, immune development, medical coercion, childhood illness, alternative vaccine schedules     Takeaways:   Why aluminum is more concerning than mercury in vaccines The truth about infant immunity and TH2 dominance Why breastfeeding plays a vital role in immunity development The flaws in the vaccine schedule tied to maternal work policies How to support the immune system pre and post-vaccine Why functional medicine offers better viral care than conventional The importance of informed consent over fear-based compliance     If you enjoyed the episode, please be sure to take a screenshot and share it out on Instagram and tag @thekaylorbetts. Also, please make sure to give us a review and a five star rating if you're loving what we are doing! _____________________________   RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drtaylorbean/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/drtaylorbean Websites | https://drtaylorbean.com/  https://taylormadewellness.com/  https://vaccineoptimization.com/ _____________________________   SPONSORS: Truly Tallow | https://www.trulytallow.com/ Use code “SUNNYBALLS10” at checkout for 10% off your order   The Wellness Company | https://www.twc.health/collections/signature/products/ultimate_spike_detox  Use code “WINNING” at checkout for 10% off your order _____________________________   IMPORTANT UPDATES:   Check out the Awake & Winning Website | https://awakeandwinning.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Life AW-cademy | https://theawlife.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Business AW-cademy | https://theawbiz.com Join the Awake & Winning POD-cademy | http://yourwinningpodcast.com/ Follow Kaylor on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ Join Kaylor's Newsletter | https://awakeandwinning.lpages.co/optin/  

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In the twelfth episode of The CommonHealth Live! which falls during World Immunization Week, Katherine E. Bliss talks with Dr. Adam Ratner, a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Infectious Diseases and author of Booster Shots: The Urgent Lessons of Measles and the Uncertain Future of Children's Health, and Dr. Ephrem T. Lemango, Associate Director of Immunization at UNICEF, about measles outbreaks in the United States and abroad; how to bolster measles vaccination coverage in a period of reduced financing for domestic and global programs; and why routine immunization programs are critical to global health security.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs has released a Vaccination Awareness Programme Trailer, Shielded for Life: The Power of Immunization, a key element of its ongoing campaign to promote immunization and strengthen public health across Saint Lucia. The trailer delivers a clear and compelling message: Vaccines are safe, effective, and life-saving, shielding our children, families, and communities from dangerous diseases. Through vivid imagery and powerful storytelling, the trailers aim to inspire confidence in vaccines and reinforce the importance of timely immunization in preventing outbreaks of vaccine-preventable illnesses. The Ministry encourages all citizens to view, share, and engage with the vaccine trailers, which are available across social media platforms and broadcast channels. These trailers form part of a broader strategy to ensure that accurate information about vaccines is accessible to everyone, countering misinformation and promoting a culture of health resilience.

Session 5 ‘The Immunization Agenda for Sepsis' from the 5th World Sepsis Congress. Featuring Stefan Kaufmann, Shabir Mahdi, Elie Saade, Jeremy Brown, and Mariam Jashi as your moderator.

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In a resounding demonstration of international cooperation and a shared commitment to public health, the Government of Saint Lucia has received a substantial donation of 10,000 oral doses of the Polio vaccine from the Federative Republic of Brazil. The official handover ceremony was held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, and brought together diplomatic and health sector officials in a moment of unity and progress. The event was presided over by His Excellency Colbert Soares Pinto Junior, Resident Ambassador of Brazil to Saint Lucia; Honourable Moses Jn Baptiste, Minister for Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs; and His Excellency Peter Lansiquot, Saint Lucia's Ambassador to Mexico, Venezuela, ALBA, TCP, and CELAC. The donation forms part of the country's broader commitment to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), launched in 1988 to eliminate polio worldwide. The Ministry of External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation and Diaspora Affairs played an integral role in facilitating this collaboration, utilizing its diplomatic relationships to advance Saint Lucia's health and development agenda. This significant handover reflects Saint Lucia's continued alignment with global health targets and its dedication to achieving Universal Health Coverage, ensuring no one is left behind in the fight against preventable diseases. Read more: https://www.govt.lc/news/brazil-supports-ministry-of-healths-immunization-goals Listen: https://pod.co/government-of-saint-lucia/brazil-supports-ministry-of-healths-immunization-goals Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-YLWm0v_z0

Marion County Public Health Nurse Judi Van Hulzen discusses National Infant Immunization Week.

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This episode first aired in February 2025.Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention. Infectious disease specialists from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Visit the our website for the full story.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disclaimer:   The views and opinions expressed during this podcast are those of the individuals participating and do not necessarily represent the official position or opinion of the SOGC.  Summary:  In this episode, Dr. Jocelynn Cook, Chief Scientific Officer at the SOGC, is joined by experts Dr. Chelsea Elwood and Dr. Steve Schofield to discuss the emerging Oropouche virus and the potential risks it poses for pregnant individuals. Tune in for an informative episode that explores symptoms, prevention methods and the latest public health guidelines for patients.About Dr. CookDr. Jocelynn Cook is the Chief Scientific Officer for the SOGC. She has a PhD in Reproductive Physiology from the Medical University of South Carolina. She oversees all work related to Continuing Medical Education, Clinical Practice Guidelines, Research, Accreditation, Global Health and Indigenous Health. Her professional career has focused on issues related to maternal-fetal medicine including substance abuse during pregnancy, preterm birth and maternal mortality.About Dr. SchofieldDr. Steve Schofield has worked with the Canadian military for more than 20 years. His focus is communicable disease control and prevention. In this role, he advises on how to protect deploying troops including through use of vaccines and countermeasures to prevent insect bites. Steve has been allowed to play with people way smarter than him, including for some 20 years with the Canadian Committee to Advise in Tropical Medicine and Travel (CATMAT), and has spent shorter stints on working groups for the Canadian National Advisory Committee on Immunization and the Unites States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. In a past life, he obtained a PhD from Imperial College which involved chasing things like tsetse flies in Zimbabwean national parks. He still sometimes chases insects and their ilk, including on his rural property, where he practices what he preaches to avoid being bitten by the Borrelia-infected ticks that have moved in over the last few years.About Dr. ElwoodDr. Chelsea Elwood completed her B.M.Sc. and M.Sc. in Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Western Ontario completed her medical training at the University of British Columbia including a fellowship in Reproductive Infectious Disease. She has a varied clinical practice including being the Medical Director of the Oak Tree clinic and the antimicrobial stewardship program at BCWH which focus on infections as they related to women's health and reproduction.  She has authored numerous guidelines and lead provincial and national responses in those areas.

Dr. Eric Chow, STI epidemiologist and biostatistician based at the Melbourne Sexual Health Center in Australia, reviews data from the school-based HPV National Immunization Program and the impact on the prevalence of different HPV serotypes, genital warts, and HPV-related cancers. View episode references and transcript at www.std.uw.edu.This podcast is dedicated to an STD [sexually transmitted disease] review for health care professionals who are interested in remaining up-to-date on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of STDs. Editor and host Dr. Meena Ramchandani is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington (UW), Program Director of the UW Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program, and an Associate Editor of the National STD Curriculum. 

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Recent measles outbreaks across the US have reignited the need for clinicians and the public to understand this highly contagious virus. Although measles was declared eliminated in 2020, declining vaccination rates have led to a resurgence of cases. In this episode, Dottie Borton, an experienced RN consultant and infection preventionist, provides vital information on how nurses can recognize, prevent, and manage measles. The discussion covers the virus's symptoms, transmission, and contagiousness; populations vulnerable to disease; and vaccination and postexposure prophylaxis. Immunization is paramount, and this episode offers advice for healthcare providers on how to handle potential cases and protect themselves and their communities. For more information, read the related article in the December 2024 issue of Nursing, “Measles: More than just a rash.”

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Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron convened a little earlier than usual to make up for Immunization's absence while celebrating Papa Cheese's upcoming nuptials. Despite their limited playtime, they're still comin' at'cha with raid shenanigans, season 2 goof'em'ups, and plenty a giggles. A whimsical fairy creature held me at knifepoint to write that last sentence. Please help me by listening to the episode backwards to find out where he's keeping me. Quickly, he's coming back! Wanna hear what we've got going on over at our Patreon? Well we have 5 one-month free passes for all of YOU! Just send us an email at donotrelentpod@gmail.com inquiring about it and the first 5 folks get a free month of goodness! Bonus points if you thank our benevolent benefactor, Papa Cheese.   Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and floss to get these chips outta my teeth to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

Have you ever wondered what happens when children's healthcare programs like Medicaid and CHIP face cuts? In this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia Gaggino emphasizes the urgent need to stand up for kids, who are disproportionately impacted by shifts in policy and funding. She highlights the power of sharing real-life stories and forging unexpected partnerships to protect essential resources. Advocacy takes perseverance and creativity, as complacency only enables political and social obstacles to harm children. Pediatricians and other advocates must unite, use their voices effectively, and push for healthier, safer lives for all kids. So now the only question is….. Will you help safeguard the well-being of the next generation?[00:00 - 05:07] Advocacy Conference Insights for Child HealthA large percentage of children rely on public insurance programs, underscoring the high stakes of legislative decisions.Some decision-makers do not fully grasp the consequences of cutting critical services.Hope fuels long-term efforts and energizes those championing children's well-being.An “advocacy wave,” highlights the need for a strong, collective push for change.[05:07 - 12:32] Medicaid Challenges and Coverage GapsPublic health emergency rollbacks led to reductions in child enrollment due to procedural missteps.Many children lost insurance coverage not because of ineligibility, but because of bureaucratic hurdles.70% of youth are deemed unfit for certain national service due to physical or mental health issues.Call to safeguard essential child services (such as preventive care and immunizations) from budget cuts[12:32 - 21:07] Immunization and Food Security ConcernsRenewed challenges to routine childhood vaccinations, with instances of preventable diseases appearing again.Politicians downplaying vaccines, prompting greater vigilance in safeguarding public health.Proposals to cut school meal provisions, raising ethical questions about denying basic nutrition to children.Caring for children's fundamental needs (like food and healthcare) should not be up for debate.[21:07 - end] The Urgent Call to Protect Future GenerationsRejecting indifference and uniting for children's rights and well-being.Communities where basic resources, such as clean air, safe neighborhoods, and equitable opportunities, are universal.Use every possible platform—professional and community-based—to champion the needs of children.Final rallying cry to stay focused, gather supportive voices, and take concrete steps to safeguard the next generation.Connect with Dr. Gagginowebsite at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12656341/Resources mentioned in the show:AAP Advocacy Guide: Located at aap.org/advocacyguide (helpful for step-by-step approaches to policy engagement).Store It Safe Program: https://ohioaap.org/storeitsafe A collaborative initiative addressing firearm...

Dr. Jerome Larkin, Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health and an ASTHO Member, explains how his state achieved such impressive vaccination rates; Dr. Kimberlee Wyche-Etheridge, ASTHO's Senior Vice President of Health Equity and Diversity Initiatives, tells us how to change the conversation around immunizations; and the Essentials of Leadership and Management Workshop Series —Ignite, Accelerate, and Activate— begins on Wednesday, April 2nd. ASTHO Web Page: Immunization ASTHO Web Page: Series Topics and Sessions ASTHO Webinar: Ignite, Accelerate, and Activate – Series 1, Session 1- Leadership Behavior and Decision-Making ASTHO Web Page: Stay Informed  

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Roman Bystrianyk is the co-author of Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and the Forgotten History, which examines the long-standing belief that medical interventions were responsible for the steep decline of so-called infectious diseases. In this conversation with Roman we discuss:His "why" for writing the bookSome of the key findings and data that dissolved his own illusionsThe real reason for the decline in diseaseThe risk of history repeating itselfWhat's behind the push for mass immunizationHis new song Your Health is Yours...and more!Learn more about Roman at his Substack at https://romanbystrianyk.substack.com/ or on the book website at https://dissolvingillusions.com/. Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

This episode dives into lessons learned from the ATS Vaccine Initiative with Robert Stansbury, MD, ATSF, the West Virginia University Medicine vaccine project lead. Dr. Stansbury talks about vaccine uptake in the rural population as compared to urban areas. Joining him is Dona Upson, MD, of the University of New Mexico, and a member of the ATS Vaccine Initiative Advisory Council. Dr. Upson shares how she broaches the subject of vaccination with her patients. 06:45 - What are key takeaways from the ATS Vaccine Initiative?09:39 - What motivates patients to get vaccinated?13:07 -   How soon in the visit do you raise the subject of vaccination?

Interview with Steven Blatt, MD

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In this episode Lewis First, MD, MS, FAAP, editor-in-chief of Pediatrics, is back for “First Up.” He offers an overview of the March issue of the journal.  David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak to Doctor Sean O'Leary, MD, MPH, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases, about the emerging measles crisis in the U.S. and the 2025 vaccine schedule. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron have packed their bags, bought their drill-train tickets, and they're movin' to Undermine, bay bay! The streets couldn't be filthier, the air greener and sicker; it's perfect! Pop this bad boy on your D.R.I.V.E.'s MPGreen player and chill out as we talk about first week impressions, silly glitches (intentional and otherwise,) and return to the First Annual Best Bakers Power Rankings! Keep it mean n' green, alleycats~ Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and a new motor for my hotrod to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention. Infectious disease specialists from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Visit the our website for the full story.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special “Ask the Pediatrician” episode.  They answer questions submitted by listeners on topics including the immunization schedule, easing separation anxiety, the safety of swaddling, when to worry about a baby vomiting, how to store expressed breast milk, and when to schedule your baby's first dental appointment. For resources go to healthychildren.org/podcast 

Dr. Laurie J. Larson, DVM, a veterinary immunology expert, explains how canine core viral vaccines work and what nomograph analysis can do to help improve our puppies' chances of reaching full immunity.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron know that Undermine(d) and the rest of 11.1 are coming out next week, but while we're all here anyways, it's time to launch the next season of DNR. And with this new season comes the newest and mightiest segment of all: THE FIRST ANNUAL BEST BAKERS POWER RANKINGS!  The coolest and cutest NPCs of the last 200 episodes (we kinda let that run away from us, huh) will battle week after week, the tier list ever changing, until the Sexiest NPC of the World is eventually crowned once again! It'll be a hoot to the highest degree! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and a chair for our pretty lil' kitties to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

In 2000, the United States declared that measles had been eliminated. But just 15 years later, the disease made a comeback—and it hasn't gone away since. In this episode, Dr. Adam Ratner, director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at NYU and author of Booster Shots: The Urgent Lessons of Measles and the Uncertain Future of Children's Health, explains why measles outbreaks are occurring again—as vaccine hesitancy and the antivax movement is on the rise—and what this means for the future of children's health.Ratner describes why measles is the most contagious disease we know of, and why it can be particularly harmful to children. As vaccination rates for children and adults continue to decrease in the U.S., are we at risk of undoing decades of medical progress? And what can we do to stop it?

7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - DR. ROBERT MALONE on the new HHS under RFK Jr, the threat of bird flu and immunization schedules. SUBSTACK: https://www.malone.news/ Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Thursday, February 20, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode discusses three MMWR reports. First, U.S. health care providers report that concerns about time, cost, and confidentiality interfere with seeking care for mental health. Next, CDC releases the 2025 Child and Adolescent, and Adult Immunization Schedules.

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Featured Guests Brigid Groves, PharmD, MS Mitch Rothholz, RPh, MBA, FAPhA Lucas Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP, FAPhA Key Takeaway Tools and techniques pharmacists can use to foster trust with patients regarding vaccines. CDC's "Vaccinate with Confidence" Initiative Protect Communities CDC is supporting partners to find and protect communities at risk through new investments and partnerships. Leverage CDC's Immunization and Vaccines for Children cooperative agreement to support efforts to identify and respond to areas with low vaccine coverage. Public trust in pharmacists and pharmacy teams helps reinforce vaccine messages. Collaboration with community leaders and influencers is crucial—messages must be evidence-based and credible. Best Practices for Pharmacists "Walk the talk"—if you or a family member received concomitant vaccines, share your experience. Example: "I received three vaccines at one visit (flu, COVID, and RSV), and I am here to talk about it (and I do)." Engage with patients by listening rather than lecturing. Acknowledge patient concerns and provide them with information to consider. Vaccine hesitancy is not the same as being anti-vaccine—many patients are "vaccine contemplators." Vaccine Effectiveness COVID-19 Vaccines Effectiveness Against Severe Outcomes Updated vaccines (September 2023 – January 2024) have been effective against XBB lineage and the new JN.1 variant. Waning Protection Booster doses are recommended as vaccine effectiveness declines over time. Population Variability Effectiveness varies based on age, underlying health conditions, and other factors (e.g., immunocompromised individuals may experience different levels of protection). General Vaccine Effectiveness Real-World Conditions Effectiveness is measured under real-world conditions, factoring in vaccine type, dosage, and timing. Monitoring & Updates The CDC continuously tracks vaccine effectiveness to adjust recommendations as needed. Impact of Vaccination Measles: Cases reduced from hundreds of thousands annually to only 49 in 2021. Polio: The U.S. has been polio-free since 1979. Hepatitis B: Routine vaccination significantly reduces liver cancer risk. Childhood Vaccinations: 100% reduction in cases of diphtheria, Hib, measles, mumps, polio, and rubella. Influenza incidence reduced by 17%. Overall Impact: Childhood immunizations have averted over 24 million cases of vaccine-preventable diseases in the U.S. Between 1994-2013, vaccinations prevented: 322 million cases of disease 21 million hospitalizations 732,000 deaths Public Health Strategies Use immunization data to identify areas of low vaccine coverage. Engage with local health departments to monitor vaccine-preventable disease trends. Strengthen immunization programs to enhance outbreak response. Encourage collaboration among healthcare providers—it shouldn't matter who vaccinates, the goal is increasing immunization rates. Empowering Families CDC is partnering with key organizations to strengthen vaccine conversations between providers and parents. Strategies Start vaccine conversations early, targeting parents of infants and pregnant women. Reduce hesitancy and improve access in community health centers. Develop provider toolkits to address parental concerns during outbreaks. Combating Misinformation CDC is working with local messengers and partners to stop vaccine myths. Challenges & Key Messages New administration statements have increased vaccine doubts, making conversations harder. There is no link between vaccines and autism, diabetes, or other diseases. Investments in Public Trust: Work with social media companies to promote trustworthy vaccine information. Provide accessible, accurate vaccine data to policymakers. Engage state and local health officials to counter misinformation effectively. Priorities for 2020 and Beyond CDC aims to ensure that every community is protected through: Data-driven strategies to identify vulnerable populations. Expanding local resources to strengthen vaccination efforts. Building a culture of immunization in healthcare settings. Improving public communication on vaccines. Enhancing partnerships to promote immunization initiatives. Ten Key Messages for Pharmacists Engaging with Vaccine-Hesitant Individuals Vaccines Save Lives – They prevent serious diseases and save millions of lives each year. Rigorous Testing – Vaccines undergo extensive trials and continuous monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness. Community Immunity – Vaccination protects those who cannot be vaccinated, such as infants and immunocompromised individuals. Combating Misinformation – Rely on credible sources for vaccine facts. Misinformation fuels fear and hesitation. Mild Side Effects – Most side effects (e.g., sore arm, mild fever) are temporary. Severe side effects are extremely rare. Consult Healthcare Providers – Encourage patients to ask healthcare professionals for reassurance. Vaccines and Fertility – There is no evidence that vaccines, including COVID-19 vaccines, affect fertility. Herd Immunity – High vaccination rates protect entire communities. Rapid Vaccine Development Explained – COVID-19 vaccines were developed quickly due to unprecedented funding and collaboration—without compromising safety. Long-Term Benefits – Vaccination prevents future outbreaks and contributes to long-term public health. Pharmacists' Role in Addressing Hesitancy Provide accurate, evidence-based information. Listen actively to patients' concerns. Engage with community health workers to strengthen local vaccination efforts.

www.commsolutionsmn.com- It's that time where one party's nominations go in front of the Senate, and the other party grandstands without any honesty or self-reflection. The Dems have decided that they are going to obstruct and filibuster every single nominee that comes through committee. There are open spots, and in some cases, they create a national security risk. Instead, the head Democrat stands there with an avocado and makes us confused. John Augustine of the Legislative Evaluation Assembly returns to the podcast to tell us all about the last legislative session. It was as terrible as terrible can be, but John goes through all of the carnage with us. There were multiple issues in the last session: The Dems rolled right over the Republicans, sometimes not even allowing them to debate a bill (with only a one vote majority). They also (and Republicans do this too) shove as much legislation as they can into one, bloated bill. This is in violation of the MN constitution, but they do it anyway.  Governor Walz has been in office for six years and has vetoed one bill. There have been some awful bills passed. Look at the MN Voters' Rights BIll that gave protected classes the right to seek legal remedies if they feel that election outcomes are disproportionate. They can even go as far as to throw out redistricting changes. The Educational Supplemental bill pushed anti-bullying (which means it's ok to bully perceived the oppressor class), didn't allow for conscientious objectors of vaccines, and the awful, new, woke Social Studies standards. They tried to keep religious exemptions out of the Human Rights Act. There were also some clear constitutional violations, but the MN Supreme Court seemed to take up sides with the Dems as we watched the DFL run a candidate that didn't live in his district and poll workers threw out 20 ballots in another Senate District. What's going on in this state. This podcast is Exhibit A as to why we need to turn over the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches here in Minnesota.

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Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron, bubonic plague in tow, bring you just about the best they can summon up this week. Spirits may be down and internal temperatures may be up, but that doesn't mean we don't bring the sillies! Fashion Reviews, ol' green granny reviews, and more hoots'n hollers than you can shake a stick at await! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and loose half-dollars to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

Show #2335 Show Notes: Men should be dangerous and good: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sFmbiJtIScA Matthew 11:12 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2011%3A12&version=KJV Democrats have changed tune on immigration: https://www.facebook.com/reel/379863055148507 NGO’s react to Trump’s Stop-Work orders: https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1884339632210600161.html Ivermectin Lies: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDm32H4xKAy/ Covid Statistics: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10230960720975459&set=a.2092526866721 Immunization […]

Welcome to our podcast! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of puppy vaccination protocols and socialization.From antibody titer testing to the timing of vaccinations, Dr. Dobias highlights the role of maternal antibodies in puppies, the risks of overloading the immune system with multivalent vaccines, and the science behind it all.Empowering you to make informed discussions with your veterinarians, this conversation will help explain why vaccines should be given minimally and why titer testing is a game-changer in protecting your dog's health. Listen in for practical advice, science-based strategies, and Dr. Dobias's perspective on raising healthy, happy dogs.__________________________________________Learn more about vaccines and puppy care:https://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/a-safer-vaccination-protocolhttps://peterdobias.com/blogs/blog/puppy-care-guide__________________________________________Visit our website:www.peterdobias.comVisit us on social media:FacebookInstagramTwitter#Puppy #Vaccinations #HealthandLongevity #HolisticVet

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and- THAT'S IT! Aaron was busy traveling the WORLD for work so now he's decided to take a week off. Enjoy the banter of two people in the same room talking over discord to re-create that AUTHENTIC podcast feel. We talk about things, and also stuff! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and dried grape leaves covered in olive oil to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron have sharpened their cutlasses, polished their shootin' irons, and done the proper back stretches to carry some SERIOUS LOOT: Plunderstorm is back! What did they change? What SHOULD they have changed? That's not all though! We have Undermine(d) discussions, talk about mounts new and upcoming, and dive into quite a few celebrity scandals and setbacks. It's a ril' hoot! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and loose Plunder to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron have brought you this early/belated/possibly right on time birthday gift; it's the (vaguely) 317th episode of their World of Warcraft show! Come revile the Siren Isle, dream about Undermine(d) content to come, and dog pile Aaron about these gosh darned attack circle graphics. I swore they already looked like that! YEESH! This episode was voted the "#1 Thing to Listen to as You Hopelessly Swim Around the Siren Isle Looking for Tiny Pieces of Iron" by the Dornogal Times! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and pictures of sleeping' heckin' doggos to @DoNotRelentPod (Twitter) or on gmail at DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com! We will respond to literally anything and read it on the pod. Find us at: Patreon: patreon.com/DoNotRelent Linktree: donotrelent.com YouTube: @donotrelent on YouTube (the link is long and ugly) Instagram: www.instagram.com/donotrelent Twitter: twitter.com/DoNotRelentPod Livejournal: donotrelentpod.livejournal.com E-Mail: DoNotRelentPod@gmail.com Finally, if you feel so inclined, please rate us on iTunes and bonusroll.gg. We will take a shot on air in your honor! Every rating helps! :D

The first human vaccines against viruses were based using weaker or attenuated viruses to generate immunity. The smallpox vaccine used cowpox, a poxvirus that was similar enough to smallpox to protect against it but usually didn't cause serious illness. Rabies was the first virus attenuated in a lab to create a vaccine for humans. Vaccines are made using several different processes. They may contain live viruses that have been attenuated (weakened or altered so as not to cause illness); inactivated or killed organisms or viruses; inactivated toxins (for bacterial diseases where toxins generated by the bacteria, and not the bacteria themselves, cause illness); or merely segments of the pathogen (this includes both subunit and conjugate vaccines).

About this episode: Well into the respiratory illness season, there's been a rise in cases of walking pneumonia compared to recent years, particularly among children. In this episode: an overview of walking pneumonia; how it's tested, treated, and prevented; and what parents and caregivers should look out for in children. Guests: Dr. Anna Sick-Samuels is an associate professor of pediatric infectious diseases at Johns Hopkins University School of medicine and a pediatric infectious disease epidemiologist for Johns Hopkins Hospital. Host: Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Show links and related content: Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infections Have Been Increasing—CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases Walking pneunomia cases are rising among kids. Here's what to know.—The Washington Post All About Parvovirus—Public Health On Call (September, 2024) Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on X @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed

Listeners will no doubt remember the devastating Ebola outbreak of 2014–2016. More than 28,600 people were infected, and 11,325 people died across several countries in West Africa. One of the hardest-hit places was Sierra Leone, where nearly 4,000 people lost their lives. In the years since, scientists and civil society advocates have raced to develop and implement a vaccine to protect against future outbreaks. That vaccine works—and works well. It was tested during outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and is now being deployed proactively to protect at-risk populations, including frontline health workers. This includes Sierra Leone, where the vaccine is being rolled out to 20,000 frontline workers so they can protect their communities and the world from the next outbreak. My guest today, Allyson Russell, is at the forefront of these efforts. She is the Senior Programme Manager for Outbreaks & Global Health Security, Vaccine Programs at GAVI—the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization—which is supporting the rollout of this vaccine in Sierra Leone. We begin by discussing the toll the 2014 outbreak inflicted on the region before diving into how this new Ebola vaccine will help prevent the next outbreak from spreading.