Podcasts about Immunization

In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin with Vincent Racaniello note that history is being rewritten for justification of changes in COVID vaccine guidelines including myocarditis incidence and the Great Barrington Declaration ignoring presentations at the April 2025 ACIP, the response by the medical community to these changed guidelines, before Dr. Griffin discusses how vaccination associates with reduced dementia risk before deep diving into recent statistics on measles epidemic, RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, a potential new influenza antiviral durg, whether or not the NB.1.8.1 should be included in the fall 2025 vaccines, immunization recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines, where to find PEMGARDA, provides information for Columbia University Irving Medical Center's long COVID treatment center, where to go for answers to your long COVID questions, associaton of remesdivir administration and long-term sequelae and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode FDA to look again at myocarditis risk from mRNA-based COVID-19 jabs in young men (FirstWord PHARMA) Great Barrington Declaration (Great Barrington Declaration) Debunking Herd Immunity: A Review of We Want Them Infected (Global Autoimmune Institute Scientific consensus on the COVID-19 pandemic (LANCET) John Snow, memo vaccines-plus strategy (John Snow Memorandum) This CDC Resignation Should Scare You (Substack: Beyond the Noise) COVID-19–Associated Hospitalizations — COVID-NET, April 2025 Update (CDC: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases) Leading Medical Professional Societies, Patient Sue HHS, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for Unlawful, Unilateral Vaccine Changes (ACP: American College of Physicians) Medical groups sue HHS, Kennedy over COVID vaccine policy changes(CIDRAP) Lower risk of dementia with AS01-adjuvanted vaccination against shingles and respiratory syncytial virus infections (Vaccines) Influenza vaccination reduces dementia risk (Ageing Research Reviews) Wastewater for measles (WasterWater Scan) Measles cases and outbreaks (CDC Rubeola) New Mexico announces measles outbreak in a county detention facility(AP News) Weekly measles and rubella monitoring (Government of Canada) Measles vaccine recommendations from NYP (jpg) Measles (WHO) Get the FACTS about measles (NY State Department of Health) Measles (CDC Measles (Rubeola)) Measles vaccine (CDC Measles (Rubeola)) Presumptive evidence of measles immunity (CDC) Contraindications and precautions to measles vaccination (CDC) Measles (CDC Measles (Rubeola)) Adverse events associated with childhood vaccines: evidence bearing on causality (NLM) Measles Vaccination: Know the Facts(ISDA: Infectious Diseases Society of America) Deaths following vaccination: what does the evidence show (Vaccine) Influenza: Waste water scan for 11 pathogens (WastewaterSCan) US respiratory virus activity (CDC Respiratory Illnesses) Respiratory virus activity levels (CDC Respiratory Illnesses) Weekly surveillance report: clift notes (CDC FluView) Cidara Therapeutics Announces Positive Topline Results from its Phase 2b NAVIGATE Trial Evaluating CD388, a Non-Vaccine Preventative of Seasonal Influenza (CIDARA Therapeutics) Experimental flu drug may protect better than flu vaccines(CIDRAP) FDA-CDC-DOD: 2025-2046 influenza vaccine composition (FDA) RSV: Waste water scan for 11 pathogens (WastewaterSCan) US respiratory virus activity (CDC Respiratory Illnesses) RSV-Network (CDC Respiratory Syncytial virus Infection) Readmission Following Respiratory Syncytial Virus Hospitalization among Children

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 prepared a real right over homeplate episode for you. Not a lotta fluff; just news, spicy reactions, and even some silly stuff at the end. Need something to help you choke down your hot dogs and freedom fries this weekend? WELL YER LOOKIN' AT IT! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and spare Minute Made pink lemonade 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

Live from the Connect 2025 conference, PioneerRx superuser Rannon Ching shares how he and his pharmacy team are tackling new opportunities in the industry—all by getting their workflow right. He discusses how Texas legislation is opening doors, how you can leverage your team (and residents) to create new programs, and most importantly, how you can make practical workflow fixes to implement those programs. He also talks all things immunizations, organizations, and why pharmacy websites matter more than you think. If there's one takeaway from Rannon, it's this: When you free up workflow, you make space for everything else that matters. 01:14 – Tarrytown & PioneerRx Origin Story 03:54 – Senate Bill 1236 and Texas Advocacy 12:28 – Insulin Emergency Supply Bill 20:27 – Tarrytown's Mid-Year Focus 26:13 – Internal Operations & Front-End Strategy 32:02 – Med Sync Success & Staffing Strategy 44:02 – Residency Program & Leadership Development  Hosted By: Mark Bivins | Chief Growth Officer, RedSail Technologies          Johnathon Duhon | Director of Sales, PioneerRx Guest: Rannon Ching | President and Chief Pharmacy Officer at Tarrytown Pharmacy  Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit https://www.redsailtechnologies.com 

Listen as expert faculty answer your most pressing questions on optimizing immunization in clinical practice.Topics covered include:Practical methods for improving confidence in vaccinesHow to educate patients on vaccine development and safety monitoring Effective strategies to tailor recommendations, such as motivational interviewingWays to navigate clinical encounters and address vaccine hesitancyPresenters:Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, MACPProfessor of Internal Medicine and PediatricsUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesCollege of MedicineLittle Rock, ArkansasLitjen (L.J.) Tan, MS, PhDChief Policy and Partnership Office, Immunize.orgChair, National Adult Influenza Immunization SummitCo-Chair, Global Influenza InitiativeSt Paul, MinnesotaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/3I5jBh0Get access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

As HHS Secretary RFK Jr announces the defunding of Bill Gates' GAVI - the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization - a monster Czech study of more than a million women shows those vaccinated for Covid-19 are suffering a crippling blow to their ability to conceive and carry a baby to term. Plus new information about Operation Midnight Hammer - a mission 15 years in the making. Good News takes us to the Pacific Ocean where the lone survivor from a sunken boat is reunited with the sailors who saved her life 35 years ago.

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LISTEN: On the Tuesday, June 24 edition of Georgia Today: A new committee on vaccines gets ready to meet at the Atlanta-based CDC; the Atlanta Beltline reaches a milestone; and three years after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Georgia's six week abortion ban continues to frustrate advocates.

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When experts warn that the economy could be headed for a recession, people working across different corners of the economy get nervous. People working in healthcare, maybe less so. That's because of a longstanding idea that healthcare is impervious to recession. Okay, maybe that's overstating it. Healthcare is less susceptible than other industries. But did this notion hold up during the pandemic? During the Great Recession? More importantly, will it hold up now? This week on Radio Advisory, host Rachel (Rae) Woods invites Advisory Board Research Vice Presidents Shay Pratt and Vidal Seegobin to debate the question: Is healthcare really recession-proof? We are not economists, we are healthcare experts. So throughout the conversation, they reflect on how past dislocations affected the healthcare industry, and what leaders can—and can't—learn from these events to help them interpret the current turbulence. Plus, stay tuned to the end of the episode for a policy update on the ripple effects of Secretary Kennedy's recent shakeup of the CDC's vaccine advisory committee. We're here to help: Listen: Ep. 244: What's happened in Washington (so far) and what policy changes we're bracing for Read: Healthcare policy updates Read: How the Great Recession impacted inpatient utilization Read: Could a recession be good for healthcare? Some economists think so. Additional resources related to the Advisory Committee on Immunization practices: Meet the new members of CDC's vaccine advisory panel Understanding the ACIP and How Vaccine Recommendations are Made in the US 4 ways to improve site-of-care transitions for sickle cell patients How VCU built an 'inescapable' Adult Sickle Cell Medical Home to improve inpatient to outpatient transitions of care 4 keys to success in the New England Sickle Cell Institute's outpatient program for adult sickle cell patients Health policy playlist Modeling Reemergence of Vaccine-Eliminated Infectious Diseases Under Declining Vaccination in the US | Infectious Diseases | JAMA | JAMA Network A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. named multiple vaccine skeptics to the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices last week, after purging the original members of the panel. The move comes after HHS released a report on children's health questioning the safety of vaccines, while also taking aim at processed food and environmental toxins. We'll take stock of Kennedy's “Make America Healthy Again” agenda and its public health implications. Guests: Katherine Wu, staff writer, The Atlantic Lauren Weber, Health and Science Accountability Reporter, The Washington Post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Pharmacists are pivotal in disease prevention and health promotion by advocating and administering immunizations. Despite increased access of vaccines which can prevent diseases, complications, and death, many adults in the US are not up to date on their immunizations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices provide annual guidance on vaccine recommendations. This podcast will cover 2025 vaccine updates for pneumococcal, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Hepatitis B, and Monkeypox virus (Mpox) with ASHP ambulatory care pharmacists highlighting personal perspectives and tips from their varied practice sites. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Make sure to check the rest of the description for all of our social media links, including our Patreon (patreon.com/DoNotRelent)!  Resident pie-slurpers Slidewhistle, Immunization, and Aaron have returned once again, arms full of topics to discuss on this 338th episode. Dastadly Duos are out and they fought'em! Emm Oh Pee Classic is on the horizon and the boys are getting ready! They even tap into a fan-favorite bit that SEO data has been saying they should be returning to far more often if they wanna boost those listen numbers! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and nice tall glass'a lemonade 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

Send us a textThis two-part episode of the CMAJ Podcast explores the roots and repercussions of medical mistrust. It begins with a historical lens, revealing echoes of today's strained relationships between patients and the medical system, then narrows the scope to focus on a pressing clinical example.In part one, Dr. Kenneth Pinnow, a historian of Soviet medicine at Allegheny College and author of the article in CMAJ entitled Soviet medicine and the problem of public trust: 1921–1929, walks through the fraught relationship between physicians and the public in the early Soviet era. He explains how underfunding, class tensions, and unrealistic expectations resulted in widespread hostility toward physicians and fractured trust that proved difficult to repair.Part two narrows in on vaccine hesitancy, a timely example of medical distrust made more urgent by recent measles outbreaks. Dr. Noni MacDonald, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Dalhousie University and former member of the WHO's Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization, describes how trust is built—or lost—between patients and clinicians. She outlines practical strategies for frontline providers, from using presumptive language to engaging in motivational interviewing, and offers tips for addressing vaccine concerns efficiently, even in short appointments. For physicians, this episode is a reminder that trust must be earned repeatedly—through expertise, empathy, and systems that allow both to be seen.Join us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @DrmojolaomoleX (in English): @CMAJ X (en français): @JAMC FacebookInstagram: @CMAJ.ca The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions

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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.

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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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.

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. 

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 received their weekly missive from the gods on high and huzzah! News of the latest minor patch has arrived! New story content, the return of old content, and new mechanical threat emerging from a derelict Goblin pizza chain. All will be revealed in this latest episode! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and bootleg "Six Weeks at Vinnie's" merch 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 are back at it and- okay' imma be so real: I drank too much last night after the recording and I've got the DADS like no one's business. I have maybe 2 minutes to type this before I spend the next hour on the terlet. This one has lots of fun stuff and a special surprise at the 1/3ish mark. Give it a listenOH NO IT'S HAPPENING! GOTTA GO! Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and toilet paper :'( 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

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.”

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 returned after a lengthy, Vegas-induced stay away from the studio, arriving with tales of their successful raid progress, silly funny segments that make you tee hee, and a Slidewhistle story so repugnant that you'll be forced to send a text to your friend Dale going, "I can't believe this internet man did such a thing!" Please send all your love mail, hate mail, and party poppers to celebrate Persephone the Cat not dying of inconvenience 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 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  

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, your 3 favorite pop girlies, have returned for their 326th recorded up at bat. They take a big swing with raiding tales, the return of BlizzCon, pouring over the newly released player housing article, and plenty of fun segments. Will it be a strike or a grand slam?! Or, like, a respectable single 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 several clementines 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

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

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 done their court-appointed waiting and they've finally earned their ticket into Jastor Gallywix's exclusive casino, the Gallagio! They may have also started a city-wide riot, but hey, ya gotta break a few eggs, y'feel? Listen as they recount the strange tales of their normal raid clear, adventures with a newly de-hatted Brann Bronzebeard, and other adventures as the War Within's 2nd season begins! 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 gas for my new hotrod (thank you to whoever sent me the motor) 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 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

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.

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.