Podcasts about vaccine preventable diseases

Paul Sax, MD, FIDSA, speaks with Adam Ratner, MD, MPH, Professor of Pediatrics and Microbiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Hassenfeld Children's Hospital and Bellevue Hospital Center, about his book, "Booster Shots: The Urgent Lessons of Measles" and the rise of vaccine preventable diseases. 

[Ep60] Listen in on this episode to refresh yourself on some of the general concepts and facts around measles. We'll also include some recent info regarding cases and outbreaks in the United States for 2025. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) ResourcesGeneral info on measles related to travelingThe Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, a.k.a. the Pink BookPrinciples of vaccinationMeasles cases and outbreaksMeasles symptoms and complicationsMMR vaccination infoFree public health resources about measlesVaccination schedule (Birth-6yrs)Do you have ideas for future guests or topics on this podcast? Maybe you have some thoughts on how to improve the show? If that sounds like you, take a moment to answer the 3 questions on our anonymous feedback survey!Podcast artwork was made with the awesome resources from CanvaMusic and Sound FX for the show obtained from Pixabay and Pond5Email the show at hfconversations@gmail.comClosed Captioning Resources:Podnews article (for Apple/Android phones and Google Chrome browsers)Microsoft Windows article (live captions for Windows users)Apple article (live captions for Mac users)

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About this episode: In this episode: an update on the resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases like measles and pertussis (whooping cough) in the U.S. Globally, a look at the mpox vaccine and exciting news about two brand new vaccines for malaria and TB in the pipeline. Guest: Dr. Bill Moss is the executive director of the International Vaccine Access Center at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. 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: With Cases Rising, What You Need To Know About Whooping Cough—U.S. News & World Report Measles cases are up and childhood vaccinations are down—NPR Mpox cases in Congo may be stabilizing. Experts say more vaccines are needed to stamp out virus.—AP News Candidate malaria vaccine provides lasting protection in NIH-sponsored trials—NIH Every year, tuberculosis kil 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

Since 2020, Africa has witnessed a resurgence of yellow fever. In this episode, we explore the reasons behind this surge and the measures being taken to combat it. We hear a comprehensive overview of the yellow fever situation across the continent, from Dr Charles Shey Wiysonge, Team Leader for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases at the WHO's Regional Office for Africa, examining factors such as vaccine hesitancy, post-Covid immunisation gaps, and population movement. We also hear from Dr. Antoinette Mbailamen Demian, Director of Immunisation at the Ministry of Health in Chad, about how her country is managing the influx of refugees from Sudan and tackling recent outbreaks.

In this episode, we'll be reviewing the presentation of varicella zoster virus, the epidemiology and disease burden of herpes zoster and identifying interventions to reduce the incidence of Herpes Zosters and its complications. 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.

Measles, once on the brink of eradication in the U.S., is making a dangerous comeback. Serese Marotta, Director of Advocacy and Education at Vaccinate Your Family, joined Jess to share her personal journey, the loss of her son to a vaccine-preventable illness, which shaped her life's commitment to vaccine education. They discuss the challenges of vaccine hesitancy, the concept of herd immunity, and the work being done by community health workers to educate and engage communities. The conversation highlights the need for empathy, tailored approaches, and storytelling to address vaccine hesitancy and protect against vaccine-preventable diseases. The two explore the importance of effective science communication and the emotional and human elements involved in decision-making about vaccines. They both share personal stories and discuss the impact of misinformation and the need for accurate information. They also address common concerns about vaccine schedules and the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. The conversation concludes with a discussion on building trust in vaccines and the importance of thinking about vaccines as a way to stay healthy. You don't want to miss this! All our sources from this episode are available at: https://www.unbiasedscipod.com/episodes/to-immunity-and-beyond-dont-toy-around-with-vaccines (00:20) The Dangerous Comeback of Measles (08:56) Vaccine Hesitancy and Measles Outbreaks (11:22) Vaccination as a Team Sport (22:13) Challenges and Threats to Vaccine Preventable Diseases (24:37) Empathy and Storytelling in Vaccine Education (26:39) The Impact of Misinformation on Vaccine Decision-Making (31:34) Understanding Vaccine Schedules and Safety (35:44) Thinking of Vaccines as a Way to Stay Healthy (40:17) Final Thoughts: Building Trust in Vaccines Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to advertising@airwavemedia.com, with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of the series will provide an overview of the history of Polio, eradication, and the effect of vaccination on global health.  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.

The MOHWEA joins the region in observing Vaccination Week of the Americas 2024 from April 20th to April 27th. During that period we are reminded of the critical role that vaccines play in safeguarding public health and building a resilient future for all. The theme for this year's observance is "Vaccines as Part of an Active Life: Engage Now to Protect Your Future." Under this theme we are called upon to take proactive steps today to ensure a healthier tomorrow. Being fully vaccinated means that our life and life processes can continue without interruption.   As the National Immunization Manager, within the MOHWEA, it is an honor to lead efforts to promote vaccination and raise awareness about its importance in our communities. Vaccines are not just about preventing diseases; they are about enabling active, vibrant lives free from the burden of illness. By getting vaccinated, individuals not only protect themselves but also contribute to the well-being of their families, friends, and neighbors and by extension, promote healthy communities.   This year's theme emphasizes the proactive role each of us can play in shaping our future health outcomes through vaccination. It encourages everyone to engage with vaccination efforts and take responsibility for their own well-being. Whether it's getting vaccinated against preventable diseases or encouraging others to do the same, our actions today will have a profound impact on the health and prosperity of future generations. Through Vaccination Week of the Americas 2024, we aim to highlight the benefits of vaccination and address any concerns or misconceptions that may exist. We want to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their health and the health of their communities. Together, we can build a future where preventable diseases are a thing of the past and everyone can live life to the fullest. The Ministry of Health urges everyone to join in supporting vaccination efforts towards the elimination of Vaccine Preventable Diseases. Engage now, protect your future, and let's ensure a healthier and brighter tomorrow for all. For more information about vaccination activities in your area, please visit your community Wellness center or contact the Community Nursing Service at Tel. 4568321 or 4568531. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc

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Measles is a harmful yet preventable disease that carries multiple sequelae requiring hospitalization. Due to falsified and retracted literature, the measles vaccine may be viewed as a cause of autism, which is categorically untrue. This has led to increased global morbidity and misinformation about the safety and efficacy of vaccines, including the measles vaccine. 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.

Rabies is a rare and fatal condition that is not commonly seen in developed countries, though numerous cases are reported annually. In this episode, we will discuss a patient case and evaluate the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and disease management of rabies. 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.

In this series, our content matter experts will present and discuss patient cases and management of vaccine preventable diseases.  In this episode Norm Fenn reviews a patient. 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.

In this podcast, an experienced conference and webinar moderator is joined by two doctors in the field of paediatric infectious diseases: David Greenberg and Maria Hemming-Harlo. In this podcast, our guest experts provide information and their perspectives on the following topics: The disease burden of rotavirus The related morbidity and mortality of rotavirus How rotavirus is transmitted The clinical picture of rotavirus infection The evidence supporting routine vaccination with RotaTeq (Rotavirus Vaccine, Live, Oral, Pentavalent) This podcast was funded by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. Below please find the reference list for Vax Voices, Podcast 1: The Global Burden of Rotavirus Disease and Evidence Supporting Routine Vaccination With RotaTeq to ensure listeners can further explore the content discussed. View the product information and indication for RotaTeq here. View the Select Safety Information from MSD below. Select Safety Information RotaTeq should not be administered to infants with a demonstrated history of hypersensitivity to the vaccine or any component of the vaccine. Infants with a history of intussusception or who have congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract that could predispose infants to intussusception should not receive RotaTeq. Infants with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease or SCID should not receive RotaTeq. Administration of RotaTeq should be postponed in infants suffering from acute severe febrile illness. The presence of a minor infection is not a contraindication for immunisation. The administration of RotaTeq should be postponed in subjects suffering from acute diarrhoea or vomiting. No safety or efficacy data are available from clinical trials regarding the administration of RotaTeq to infants who are potentially immunocompromised. Cases of gastroenteritis associated with vaccine virus have been reported post marketing in infants with severe combined immunodeficiency. Vaccine virus transmission from vaccine recipient to nonvaccinated contacts has been reported. Caution is advised when considering whether to administer RotaTeq to individuals with immunodeficient contacts. In post-marketing experience, intussusception (including death) and Kawasaki disease have been reported in infants who have received RotaTeq. As a precaution, healthcare professionals should follow-up on any symptoms indicative of intussusception (severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, bloody stools, abdominal bloating and/or high fever) since data from observational studies indicate an increased risk of intussusception, mostly within 7 days after rotavirus vaccination. Parents/guardians should be advised to promptly report such symptoms to their healthcare provider. The level of protection provided by RotaTeq is based on the completion of all 3 doses. As with any vaccine, vaccination with RotaTeq may not result in complete protection in all recipients. HQ-ROT-00133 | 02/23   Podcast References: 1.Nelson R. COVID-19 disrupts vaccine delivery. Lancet Infect Dis. 2020;20(5):546. 2.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. 14th ed. Chapter 19: Rotavirus. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/pinkbook/rota.html. Last accessed: 6 March 2023. 3.Dormitzer PR. "Rotaviruses," Mandell GL, et al, eds. Mandell, Douglas, and Bennett's Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 9th ed. Elsevier Saunders; 2019:1983-96. 4.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Rotavirus. Clinical information. 2021. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/rotavirus/clinical.html. Last accessed: 13 October 2022. 5.Troeger C et al. Rotavirus vaccination and the global burden of rotavirus diarrhea among children younger than 5 years. JAMA Pediatr. 2018;172(10):958-965. Erratum in: JAMA Pediatr. 2022;176(2):208. 6.GBD Diarrhoeal Diseases Collaborators. Estimates of global, regional, and national morbidity, mortality, and aetiologies of diarrhoeal diseases: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2015. Lancet Infect Dis. 2017;17(9):909-948. Erratum in: Lancet Infect Dis. 2017 Sep;17(9):897. 7.Van Damme P et al. Rotavirus vaccines: considerations for successful implementation in Europe. Lancet Infect Dis. 2006;6(12):805-12. 8.Paul MO, Erinle EA. Influence of humidity on rotavirus prevalence among Nigerian infants and young children with gastroenteritis. J Clin Microbiol. 1982;15(2):212-5. 9.Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare. Infectious diseases and vaccines: rotavirus vaccine. 2020. Available at: https://thl.fi/en/web/infectious-diseases-and-vaccinations/vaccines-a-to-z/rotavirus-vaccine. 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A discussion of vaccine information, hesitancy and uptake among multiple populations and how we can improve uptake in our daily practices Show References McElfish PA, Willis DE, Shah SK, Bryant-Moore K, Rojo MO, Selig JP. Sociodemographic Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy, Fear of Infection, and Protection Self-Efficacy. J Prim Care Community Health. Jan-Dec 2021;12:21501327211040746. doi:10.1177/21501327211040746  MacDonald NE, Hesitancy SWGoV. Vaccine hesitancy: Definition, scope and determinants. Vaccine. Aug 14 2015;33(34):4161-4. doi:10.1016/j.vaccine.2015.04.036  Nguyen LH, Joshi AD, Drew DA, et al. Racial and ethnic differences in COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and uptake. medRxiv. Feb 28 2021;doi:10.1101/2021.02.25.21252402  Wong LP, Alias H, Danaee M, et al. COVID-19 vaccination intention and vaccine characteristics influencing vaccination acceptance: a global survey of 17 countries. Infect Dis Poverty. Oct 7 2021;10(1):122. doi:10.1186/s40249-021-00900-w  Jacobson RM, St Sauver JL, Finney Rutten LJ. Vaccine Hesitancy. Mayo Clin Proc. Nov 2015;90(11):1562-8. doi:10.1016/j.mayocp.2015.09.006  S. B. Omer, D. A. Salmon, W. A. Orenstein, M. P. deHart and N. Halsey. Vaccine Refusal, Mandatory Immunization, and the Risks of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. NEJM 2009 Vol. 360 Issue 19 Pages 1981-1988  Lila J. Finney Rutten, Xuan Zhu, Aaron L. Leppin, Jennifer L. Ridgeway, Melanie D. Swift, Joan M. Griffin, Jennifer L. St Sauver, Abinash Virk, Robert M. Jacobson. Evidence-Based Strategies for Clinical Organizations to Address COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy. Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Volume 96, Issue 3. 2021. Pages 699-707.  Raymond John D Vergara, Philip Joseph D Sarmiento, James Darwin N Lagman, Building public trust: a response to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy predicament, Journal of Public Health, Volume 43, Issue 2, June 2021, Pages e291–e292, https://doi.org/10.1093/pubmed/fdaa282  Corbie-Smith G. Vaccine Hesitancy Is a Scapegoat for Structural Racism. JAMA Health Forum. 2021;2(3):e210434. doi:10.1001/jamahealthforum.2021.0434 The 'successful failures' of Apollo 13 and Covid-19 vaccination - STAT (statnews.com)

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In this episode, we will discuss the rationale behind the FDA approval of two new pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCV20 and PCV15), the characteristics of these vaccines, their place in therapy as recommended by the ACIP, and subsequent CDC immunization schedule changes. Key Concepts Pneumococcal disease is mainly caused by various serotypes of Streptococcus pneumoniae and presentation can vary from mild forms (sinusitis, otitis media) to more severe (pneumonia, bacteremia, or meningitis). Previously we used PCV13 and PPSV23 vaccines for adults ages 18 years and older for prevention of pneumococcal disease, but the recommendations were rather complicated based on age, underlying condition/immune status, and vaccination status.  Two new conjugate-type pneumococcal vaccines, PCV20 (Prevnar 20) and PCV15 (Vaxneuvance) are now approved by the FDA and were recently added to the CDC's adult immunization schedules. These updated recommendations are more simplified where adults with high-risk conditions and those ages 65 years and older should receive either 1 dose of PCV20 vaccine or 1 dose of PCV15 and then 1 dose of PPSV23 a year later to complete their pneumococcal vaccine series.   PCV15 is now FDA approved for children and updated recommendations for children have been voted upon by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and will be final once it is made official policy by the CDC. References and Resources Kobayashi M, Farrar JL, Gierke R, Britton A, Childs L, Leidner AJ, et al. Use of 15-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine and 20-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Among U.S. Adults: Updated Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — United States, 2022. MMWR. 2022;71(4);109–117. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/71/wr/mm7104a1.htm?s_cid=mm7104a1_w Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. 14th ed. Hall E., Wodi A.P., Hamborsky J., et al., eds. Washington DC: Public Health Foundation; 2021. Goldblatt D, O'Brien KL. Pneumococcal Infections. In: Loscalzo J, Fauci A, Kasper D, Hauser S, Longo D, Jameson J. eds. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine 21e. McGraw Hill; 2022. Accessed August 04, 2022. Wagner AL, Boulton ML. Pneumococcal Infections. In: Boulton ML, Wallace RB. eds. Maxcy-Rosenau-Last Public Health & Preventive Medicine, 16e. McGraw Hill; 2022. Accessed August 04, 2022. CDC's PneumoRecs VaxAdvisor mobile app: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/pneumo/hcp/pneumoapp.html CDC's Pneumococcal vaccine timing for adults: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/pneumo/downloads/pneumo-vaccine-timing.pdf

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In this episode we are interviewing a FORMER anti-vaxer and hope to shed some light on the other side of the story. For many of us it is hard to comprehend in this statistics driven world that some of our fellow citizens can remain so willfully ignorant in the face of overwhelming data.Essential Oils, Crystals, Detoxing, Genetically Modified Organisms, Organic Food, Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Chiropractic, Feng Shui, Iridology, Homeopathy, Magnets, Naturopaths, Reiki, Reflexology, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tarot Cards, Palm Reading and drinking your own urine are just some of the Science Denial we discuss in this episode.What are the consequences in adulthood of having been vulnerable and exposed to Vaccine Preventable Diseases as a child?What role does politics play in the decision to not immunize?How can the rest of us reach these free riding pariahs, coasting along on the privilege of herd immunity?And WTF is a Homeopathic Prophylactic?Find out in this inspiring journey out of the ego driven Dunning-Kruger bubble and into the enlightenment? This episode is a follow up the last episode ‘A Pox to You' where we compared and contrasted the anti-vax movement of today with the hysterical response to Small Pox inoculations in a world filled with witches and demons 300 hundred years ago.If you haven't listened to the ‘A Pox to You' episode yet, I highly recommend you go back after this one and have a listen. It has a lot of information relevant to this discussion and is an honest representation of the format this podcast usually follows. Which while being fact based is predominantly viewed through the lens of irreverent comedy. 

Pediatricians get up every day thinking about how to meet the needs of children. And very often we forget about our own health. In this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia and Dr. Michelle Fiscus discusses physician burnout, what it means to face identity challenges as a physician, and overcoming these challenges.  Dr. Michelle Fiscus is a board-certified pediatrician who practiced general pediatrics in Franklin, TN for 17 years before joining the Tennessee Department of Health in 2016. She most recently served as medical director of the Tennessee Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program until she was terminated from that position for sharing a memo regarding a 34-year-old case law that allows certain minors to consent for their own medical care. Dr. Fiscus was thrust into the national spotlight after she released a statement shedding light on the choice of those in leadership in Tennessee state government to place their political agendas over the best interest of the people they serve. She has used this platform to support the work of public health and reinforce the importance of vaccines and other public health measures in ending the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Fiscus is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. She is a past president of the Tennessee Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and now serves on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Pediatrics as District IV Chair.   [00:01] Dr. MIchelle Fiscus Shares Her Story With Us Why she went into pediatrics  Suffering from significant burnout that led her to Public Health Going into the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program [11:52] Covid-19, the Vaccine Rollout, and Controversy  Dr. Fiscus' role in COVID mitigation and responses Tennessee's hesitation in promoting COVID-19 vaccines Controversy and pushback regarding vaccination in Tennessee Dr. Fiscus choosing to acknowledge the expiration of her executive service [21:06] The Interference of Politics and Public Health The overstepping of political opinion into COVID-19 management  Dr. Fiscus' exposure to National and International news  How it's been for Dr. Fiscus and the difficulty and challenges of this exposure The toll on mental health when facing criticism and pushback  [32:54] Being a Disruptor in Pediatrics What's next for Dr. Fiscus?   Pediatricians taking the darkest punches and overcoming challenges  If you could go back to when you were in residency what would you tell yourself?   [42:57] Closing Segment   Connect with Dr. Michelle Fiscus on twitter @drfixus Final takeaways: Pursue your passion  Burn out looks like exhaustion  and unhappiness Being a pediatrician can look like many things  The right thing keeps me going; I can move the needle, I am a problem solver, I will hold others accountable in the face of misinformation Key Quotes: “If you know that there's something that you would just love, then figure out how to go get it. You have to make yourself a little bit vulnerable to get there. But don't be afraid to pursue the thing that you think is going to make you happiest.” - Dr. Michelle Fiscus “I honestly couldn't stomach the interference of politics in public health. Just the unwillingness to understand that the decisions that are being made affect real lives and are causing real deaths and real suffering, and real orphans and real impact to our healthcare system.” - Dr. Michelle Fiscus “As you get up every day and think about how to meet the needs of kids, remember to give yourself a moment of grace. “ - Dr. Lia Gaggino  Connect with Dr. Fiscus on twitter @drfixus If you'd like to connect with me, you can find me on https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lia-gaggino-80322a31/ (LinkedIn), https://www.facebook.com/DrLiaGaggino/...

In this episode, Martin C. Mahoney, MD, PhD, discusses new data on vaccine-preventable diseases from IDWeek 2021, including:Pneumococcal diseaseRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV)Herpes zosterInfluenzaPresenter:Martin C. Mahoney, MD, PhD  Professor of OncologyDepartment of Internal MedicineRoswell Park Comprehensive    Cancer InstituteBuffalo, New York  Follow along with an expanded slideset at:https://bit.ly/3Ev8ozrLink to full program:https://bit.ly/3BCHF2E

“You know, the government has told us that we have to put children in car seats, we have to wear seat belts, we can't drive when we're drunk. There are lots of ways in which the government has intervened on behalf of public health, and this is really one of the most important ones that we've ever had.” Dr. Michelle (Shelley) Fiscus, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Pediatrics District IV (Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina), Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt University, former Medical Director of the Tennessee Department of Health's Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program In today's episode, Dr. Jen Barna speaks with Dr. Michelle Fiscus to hear a cautionary tale that is very relevant to the times we are living in today. Dr. Michelle Fiscus is a board-certified pediatrician and public health official who practiced general pediatrics in Franklin, TN for 17 years before serving in public health. She served as the Medical Director of the Tennessee Department of Health's Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program until she was terminated in July, 2021 for sharing factual information based upon Tennessee law, around the rights of teenagers to make medical choices for themselves, including the right to be vaccinated against COVID-19. On today's episode, we hear her story and a frank conversation around dealing with rampant misinformation around vaccines.    Dr. Shelley Fiscus is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. 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Alan speaks with Dr. Kate Allan,  post-doctoral fellow at the Centre for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases at the University of Toronto, about how to help vaccine-hesitant parents get their kids vaccinated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you want to understand vaccines, you go straight to the woman in Nova Scotia, if not Canada, who understands their impact the most.  Superwoman, I have never cried on a podcast before. I cried at the end of this podcast. It was so real, so human, and so full of empathy that my soul was touched. If there is a time to support women who are doing amazing things, this is it. And Shelley Deeks is the woman.  Dr. Shelley Deeks is the Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health at the Department of Health and Wellness in Nova Scotia and an Associate Professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. She is the Vice Chair of Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization and a member of the World Health Organization's Strategic Advisory Group of Experts Polio Working Group. Dr. Deeks holds Fellowships in Public Health in both Canada and Australia. Today's podcast is sponsored by the NS Government. As we come out of our third wave and work towards gaining population vaccination status, I'm asking you to book an appointment with your medical team to discuss with them any questions you may have. Questions are important, and making sure we can support your health in the best way possible is the goal. To find out more about the NS Government's response to Covid-19 or to book a vaccination appointment, please follow: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/ or https://novascotia.flow.canimmunize.ca/en/9874123-19-7418965  The Goods: Full Shownotes Get On The Clinic Waitlist  Subscribe to The Superwoman Code Email List Follow @drashleymargeson on Instagram Special Thanks ToProduction: Ben Connolly A Cornerstone Naturopathic Inc Production

If you are above 60, or have an elderly parent, you’re probably familiar with going for annual health checkups. But when was the last annual vaccination? Vaccinations are not just for children, as there are many infectious diseases – apart from COVID-19 – that are dangerous to older adults. Consultant Geriatrician Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, and Consultant Respiratory Physician Dr Mohd Arif Mohd Zim, join us to tell us more about vaccine-preventable diseases among senior citizens. ‘Come Out Stronger. Protect them Better.’ Flu prevention is an Act of Love brought to you by Immunise4Life. Listen to Part 1: Vaccines and Infectious Diseases: Learning From History.

If you are above 60, or have an elderly parent, you’re probably familiar with going for annual health checkups. But when was the last annual vaccination? Vaccinations are not just for children, as there are many infectious diseases – apart from COVID-19 – that are dangerous to older adults. Consultant Geriatrician Prof Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, and Consultant Respiratory Physician Dr Mohd Arif Mohd Zim, join us to tell us more about vaccine-preventable diseases among senior citizens. ‘Come Out Stronger. Protect them Better.’ Flu prevention is an Act of Love brought to you by Immunise4Life. Listen to Part 1: Vaccines and Infectious Diseases: Learning From History.

In this podcast, William Schaffner, MD, answers our questions about herpes zoster, pneumococcal disease, and COVID-19 vaccinations for adults aged 50 years or older. More on www.consultant360.com

More than 8,000 Tennesseans have died from complications of COVID-19 and there are currently more than 650,000 active cases statewide. Health experts across the globe all agree, the only way to slow the pandemic and hopefully one day end it, is to get vaccinated. The Tennessee Health Department's Medical Director of the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program Dr. Michelle Fiscus sits down with podcast host, Jonquil Newland, and speaks candidly about how the vaccine roll out is going, when families can expect to get one and how it works inside the body. Resources Tennessee COVID-19 Information Hub (covid19tn.gov)

We’re back with another episode in our Anatomy of a Pandemic series on COVID-19. This time, our subject matter is the one everyone has been waiting for: vaccines. In this episode, with the help of two amazing guests, we attempt to answer all of your burning questions about the new vaccines for the virus that causes COVID-19. We walk you through the ins and outs of the technology behind these vaccines, the safety and regulation steps required for their approval, and some of the logistical challenges involved in their distribution. For this info-packed episode, we were so fortunate to be joined by Dr. Maria Sundaram (interview recorded Dec 14, 2020), postdoctoral fellow at the University of Toronto Center for Vaccine Preventable Diseases and fellow at ICES and Dr. Orin Levine (interview recorded Nov 24, 2020), Director of Vaccine Delivery at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. As always, we wrap up the episode by discussing the top five things we learned from our experts. If at the end of this interview, your curiosity about vaccines is not quite satisfied, check out the COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker website, which is an incredible resource for pretty much anything you could ever want to know about these vaccines. To help you get a better idea of the topics covered in this episode, we’ve listed the questions below: Can you break down what the three potentially successful COVID-19 vaccines are and how each of them work? What are in these vaccines? What are the ingredients and what do they do? There has been some misunderstanding that these vaccines have the potential to give you COVID-19. Can you explain why that isn’t possible? Why are people being advised to wear a mask even after getting vaccinated? What does the timeline look like for these vaccines until we can go to the doctor or pharmacy and get one? Is it a valid concern that this vaccine was developed so rapidly? And could you walk us through some of the steps being taken to ensure safety and efficacy of a vaccine? Can you talk about what emergency use authorization means and whether we’ve seen this before and under what circumstances? Why should people be no more scared of this vaccine than the usual vaccines, like MMR and seasonal influenza? How likely is it that additional side effects we haven’t yet seen or long-term side effects will emerge later on? What do we know about the risk of vaccine-induced antibody-dependent enhancement with this vaccine? What do we know so far about the efficacy of these vaccines? Can you walk us through efficacy vs effectiveness in terms of vaccines? What do we know so far about how long immunity is expected to last from the various vaccines that are close to completion? What are some of the issues with clinical trials in vaccine development in terms of getting a representative subsection of the population and what does this mean for who may be able to get a vaccine once one is ready? Why do you still need to get vaccinated even if you’ve already had COVID-19? For our listeners who may know someone who is hesitant to receive the vaccine, what advice or reassurance can you give them that choosing to get one of these vaccines is a better option than taking your chances with COVID-19? What are the biggest hurdles to vaccine distribution here in the US? What are the biggest hurdles in terms of global distribution of the vaccine? And what is being done to address some of these challenges in vaccine access? We’ve heard about some countries pre-purchasing large stocks of vaccines, how may that affect the global availability especially in lower income countries? How might the availability of several different successful COVID-19 vaccines affect how different countries build their vaccine supply or distribution chain?  Could you talk about how skepticism surrounding vaccines plays into not only vaccine development but administration, and what can be done to rebuild trust in those communities? How do you think this pandemic will change the way that we view either emerging infectious diseases or vaccines in the future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is the South African government not talking to vaccine role players. With the news that UK regulators have authorised the Pfizer and Biontech vaccine, questions are being raised about whether the government is doing the necessary groundwork to roll out a vaccine in 2021 when one becomes available. And as concern grows around mounting cases in the Eastern and Western Cape, with the National Coronavirus Command Council contemplating government’s response as we head into the December break, it’s important to stop and ask what we have learned so far that can help guide our response now and into the new year. Michael Avery speaks to Department of Science & Technology and National Research Foundation Research Chair in Vaccine-Preventable Diseases at Wits University, Prof Shabir Madhi; and Professor Alex van den Heever, chair in the field of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at the Wit's School of Governance, about lessons learned and mistakes best not repeated

There are now two COVID-19 vaccine candidates that look very promising. Late-stage clinical trials suggest they may be more than 90 per cent effective. The Canadian government has signed deals with both manufacturers, so if they're approved by Health Canada, experts say they should be available to us sometime next year. But a new vaccine naturally raises lots of questions, from its safety profile to who will get it first in a country of more than 37 million people. Dr. Jeff Kwong, interim director of the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases at the University of Toronto, gives us some answers.

In today’s episode, we are speaking to Dr. Michelle Fiscus, Medical Director of the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program with the TN Department of Health, and Liz Johnson, Program Director of the Tobacco Prevention Program with the TN Department of Health, about specific issues regarding student health. Join us as we discuss the major issues that school districts are facing and what resources are available to provide support to students and staff. For more information regarding the tobacco prevention program, please feel free to contact Liz Johnson at Liz.Johnson@tn.gov or at her direct line (615-253-2991).

With the annual flu season looming, GPs are anticipating a frenzy of vaccinations, perhaps more so than ever this year. As so many 'flu and respiratory viruses circulate every year, and as the 'flu vaccine is for one strain of influenza only, is the vaccine worth getting, and what are the risks associated with vaccinating vs. not vaccinating? In this week's episode, we discuss the high vaccine uptake in New Zealand, and the role that social distancing for COVID-19 may have played in their low numbers of seasonal flu. We also talk about whether or not the message we give to patients about the benefits and risks of vaccination is transparent enough, and how we might communicate better with them to allow them to make an informed decision. We feel pressure to increase vaccination rates, because we believe we are protecting people, but does the evidence support that? Our guests: Nikki Turner is the director of the Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) at the university of Auckland. She is an academic general practitioner, and a professor at the university. Jeff Kwong is a professor at the University of Toronto, and the interim director of the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases at the university's Dalla Lana School of Public Health.

With the annual flu season looming, GPs are anticipating a frenzy of vaccinations, perhaps more so than ever this year. As so many 'flu and respiratory viruses circulate every year, and as the 'flu vaccine is for one strain of influenza only, is the vaccine worth getting, and what are the risks associated with vaccinating vs. not vaccinating? In this week's episode, we discuss the high vaccine uptake in New Zealand, and the role that social distancing for COVID-19 may have played in their low numbers of seasonal flu. We also talk about whether or not the message we give to patients about the benefits and risks of vaccination is transparent enough, and how we might communicate better with them to allow them to make an informed decision. We feel pressure to increase vaccination rates, because we believe we are protecting people, but does the evidence support that? Our guests: Nikki Turner is the director of the Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) at the university of Auckland. She is an academic general practitioner, and a professor at the university. Jeff Kwong is a professor at the University of Toronto, and the interim director of the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases at the university's Dalla Lana School of Public Health.

Your favourite medical science podcast is making the most of ‘the new normal’ - this year’s Raw Talk Live event was broadcast entirely on YouTube! Over 8 weeks, we spoke to researchers all across Canada about all things COVID-19. Our fourth instalment features public health experts Dr. Jeff Kwong and Professor Vivek Goel in a discussion on the public health response to COVID-19 in Canada and Ontario. We also explore the role of public health interventions and the future of the COVID-19 public health response. Dr. Jeff Kwong is an epidemiologist, a specialist in public health and preventive medicine, and a family physician. He is the Program Leader of the Populations and Public Health Program at IC/ES (formerly the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences), a Scientist at Public Health Ontario, a Professor at the University of Toronto, and the Interim Director of the University of Toronto’s Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases. He has conducted a range of studies related to the epidemiology of influenza and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Professor Vivek Goel is a member of the COVID-19 Immunity Task Force and the Governing Council for CanCOVID, the national research platform for COVID-19 research. He is also Special Advisor to the President and Provost at the University of Toronto and a Professor in the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. He has previously served as the University’s Vice-Provost, Faculty and was subsequently Vice President and Provost from 2004 until 2008. He was a founding scientist at IC/ES, where he continues as an Adjunct Senior Scientist. He served as founding President and CEO of Public Health Ontario from 2008 until 2014, before returning to the University as Vice-President, Research and Innovation, and Strategic Initiatives from 2015-2020. Guest - Dr Vivek Goel Guest - Dr Jeff Kwong Dealing with COVID-19: A Balanced Response Letter Watch this stream on YouTube U of T Alumni Offers from our sponsors TD Insurance & MBNA COVID Decoded Feedback survey

Your favourite medical science podcast is making the most of ‘the new normal’ - this year’s Raw Talk Live event was broadcast entirely on YouTube! Over 8 weeks, we spoke to researchers all across Canada about all things COVID-19. Our fourth instalment features public health experts Dr. Jeff Kwong and Professor Vivek Goel in a discussion on the public health response to COVID-19 in Canada and Ontario. We also explore the role of public health interventions and the future of the COVID-19 public health response. Dr. Jeff Kwong is an epidemiologist, a specialist in public health and preventive medicine, and a family physician. He is the Program Leader of the Populations and Public Health Program at IC/ES (formerly the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences), a Scientist at Public Health Ontario, a Professor at the University of Toronto, and the Interim Director of the University of Toronto’s Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases. He has conducted a range of studies related to the epidemiology of influenza and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Professor Vivek Goel is a member of the COVID-19 Immunity Task Force and the Governing Council for CanCOVID, the national research platform for COVID-19 research. He is also Special Advisor to the President and Provost at the University of Toronto and a Professor in the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. He has previously served as the University’s Vice-Provost, Faculty and was subsequently Vice President and Provost from 2004 until 2008. He was a founding scientist at IC/ES, where he continues as an Adjunct Senior Scientist. He served as founding President and CEO of Public Health Ontario from 2008 until 2014, before returning to the University as Vice-President, Research and Innovation, and Strategic Initiatives from 2015-2020. Guest - Dr Vivek Goel Guest - Dr Jeff Kwong Dealing with COVID-19: A Balanced Response Letter Watch this stream on YouTube U of T Alumni Offers from our sponsors TD Insurance & MBNA COVID Decoded Feedback survey

Vaccinations have been one of the greatest public health achievements of the twentieth century, credited with extending global life expectancy, reducing premature mortality and morbidity, and reducing healthcare costs. May 8, 2020, marked the 40th anniversary of smallpox eradication - recent proof that vaccines have prevented millions of deaths each year since its invention. This heralded success of vaccines can often mean it is a victim of its own success as more people decide against immunizing their children. The Public Health Insight Team discusses how vaccine hesitancy poses a threat to public health and the potential re-emergence of previously controlled vaccine-preventable diseases.Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. We would love it if you shared your thoughts with us through direct message on your social media platform of choice or by emailing us at ThePublicHealthInsight@gmail.com. Icon made by Smashicons from www.flaticon.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/publichealthinsight)

As the world grapples with the novel coronavirus pandemic, many essential health services have been disrupted. Immunization is one of them. Join experts as they highlight that millions of children are missing out on vaccines and how this could trigger outbreaks of infections and child death due to deadly vaccine preventable diseases. GuestsDr. Natasha Crowcroft, Director, Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases, University of Toronto Dr. Robin Nandy, Principal Adviser and Chief of Immunization, UNICEF Producer Priyadarshini Mitra Sound Mix Chandra Bulucon Original Music / Arrangement Chandra Bulucon

Doctor Natasha Crowcroft, Direcitor of the University of Toronto's Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases explains social distancing and its effectiveness in preventing the spread of the coronavirus; Bayan Yammout is a teacher in Toronto. She's also an ambassador for UNICEF Canada. She grew up in war-torn Lebanon and returns every year to teach Syrian children in refugee camps; Personal finance expert Jessica Moorhouse offers some advice on how to deal with big market drops brought on be fears of the effect of COVID-19; John Dehooge, Meaford's explains how they are having difficulty obtaining N95 protective masks because they are being bought up be concerned members of the public; Adam Smith, one of the owners of the sports bar Hooligans in Barrie tells us what the scene was like over the weekend; David MacDonald an economist with the Canadian Center for Policy Alternatives outlines how low income Canadians will be particularly vulnerable to the fallout from the spread of the coronavirus; Lisa Levin of AdvantAge Ontario describes what procedures are in place to ensure people in seniors' residences and long-term care remain safe and comfortable;

We talk about vaccinations and how the ant- vaccination movement started . VPD’s (Vaccine Preventable Diseases my experiences and my brother Roger

S3E2 My guest today is Dr. Tara Smith. She's an expert in vaccine-preventable and infectious diseases. We discuss the facts and dangers of VPD's like Measles, Whooping Cough and Flu. These are very serious conditions that can be fatal, especially to the immunocompromised, those with HIV/AIDS, Cancer patients on chemotherapy, the very old and the very young. Many people are more afraid of the vaccine than the diseases they prevent. Dr. Smith sheds some light on just how serious these VPD's can really be and why you should be taking them seriously. Bio for Dr. Tara Smith: Dr. Smith is a Professor of Epidemiology at the Kent State University College of Public Health, which she joined in August 2013. An Ohio native, she previously spent 9 years in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, where she directed the College's Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases and attained the rank of Associate Professor with tenure. While at Iowa, she also obtained a Certificate in Agricultural Safety and Health. She completed post-doctoral training in molecular epidemiology at the University of Michigan prior to beginning her professorship at the University of Iowa. She obtained her PhD at the University of Toledo, investigating the pathogenesis of the Group A Streptococcus, and her B.S. in Biology from Yale University You can find Dr. Tara Smith: Website: http://www.taracsmith.com/ (http://www.taracsmith.com/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/aetiology (https://twitter.com/aetiology) http://bit.ly/2ZPjjAx (Support This Podcast) You can find me: https://my.captivate.fm/theautismdad.com (theautismdad.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/theautismdad (https://twitter.com/theautismdad) This episode is sponsored by Mightier. Mightier is an amazing program out of Harvard Medical and Boston Children's. It uses video games to teach kids to emotionally self-regulate. Visit http://bit.ly/39HzS5Z (theautismdad.com/mightier) and find out more information, including how to get a free 30 day trial. This episode is brought to you by Probably Genetic. Probably Genetics is helping me with my oldest, who suffers from multiple rare genetic diseases. Probably Genetic is helping me to find the answers to questions that have long gone unanswered. Probably Genetic specializes in identifying rare genetic diseases that often go undiagnosed, especially in children already diagnosed with Autism. They are on a mission to make full genetic sequencing accessible to those who need it. They significantly reduced the cost and drastically reduced the wait time as well. If you are one of the countless people in need of genetic testing, please visit http://bit.ly/2RzPhNL (probablygenetic.com) to find out more and use the discount code "theautismdad400" to get $400 off. If you already had a whole exome or whole genome test done but didn't get an answer, they can re-analyze your existing data. If you don't have the data available, they'll help you get it from your lab free of charge. You can join their re-analysis waitlist at http://bit.ly/2NTtgZa (https://www.probablygenetic.com/waitlist.html)." Please take a minute and answer a few survey questions. This helps Probably Genetic better understand how best to help families like mine. http://bit.ly/2OcKfpA (Click Here) This episode is brought to you by AngelSense. Wandering is a huge problem in the Autism community and it's reached epidemic levels. AngelSense is working to save the lives of Autistic kids who wander, by empowering parents with GPS tracking tools that helps them to immediately intervene should an episode of elopement occur. Visit http://bit.ly/2tCYw7o (angelsense.com) for more information. This episode is sponsored by ND Renegade. ND Renegade is a clothing and apparel brand that celebrates neurodiversity.  These are not your typical autism puzzle piece tees, their... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices (megaphone.fm/adchoices)...

Today on MedNet21, we're going to discuss Vaccine-Preventable Diseases.

In 1992, the city of Sarajevo was placed under siege, in what turned out to be the longest siege in modern history. The numbers of death and injury were staggering, but as with siege conditions, there are more effects than just injury. Music: Lost Radiance - On The Planet Far Away (ver. 1) Sources: Journal Articles – Andersson, N., Paredes-Solis, S., Legorreta-Soberanis, J., Cockcroft, A., & Sherr, L. (2010). Breastfeeding in a complex emergency: four linked cross-sectional studies during the Bosnian conflict. Public Health Nutrition. 2010;13 (12): p. 2097 – 2104. Barath, A. (2002). Psychological Status of Sarajevo Children after War: 1999-2000 Survey. Public Health and Peace. 2002; 43 (2): p. 213 – 220. Carballo, M., Simic, S., & Zeric, D. (1996). Health in countries torn by conflict: lessons from Sarajevo. The Lancet. 1996; 348: p. 872 – 874. Carballo, M., Smajkic, A., Zeric, D., Dzidowska, M., Gebre-Medhin, J. & Van Halem, J. (2004). Mental Health and Coping in a War Situation: The Case of Bosnia and Herzegovina. 2004; 36: p. 463 – 477. Centres for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC). (1993). Status of Public Health – Bosnia and Herzegovina, August – September 1993. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. 1993; 42 (50): p. 973, 979 – 982. Goldstein, R. D., Wampler, N. S., & Wise, P. H. (1997). War Experiences and Distress Symptoms of Bosnian Children. Pediatrics. 1997; 100 (5): p. 873 – 878. Hukic, M., Hubschen, J. M., Seremet, M., Salimovic-Besic, I., Mulaomerovic, M., Mehinovic, N., Karakas, S., Charpentier, E., & Muller, C. P. (2012). An outbreak of rubella in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina between December 2009 and May 2010 indicates failure to vaccinate during wartime (1992-1995). Epidemiology and Infection. 2012; 140: p. 447 – 453. Mann, J., Drucker, E., Tarantola, D., & McCabe, M. P. (1994). Bosnia: The War Against Public Health. Medicine and Global Survival. 1994; 1 (3): p. 130 – 146. Obradovic, Z., Balta, S., Obradovic, A. & Mesic, S. (2014). The Impact of War on Vaccine Preventable Diseases. Mater Sociomed. 2014; 26 (6): p. 382 – 384. Pretto, E. A., Begovic, M. & Begovic, M. (1994). Emergency Medical Services During the Siege of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Preliminary Report. Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. 1994; 9 (2): p. S39 – S45). Puvacic, Z. & Weinberg, J. (1994). Impact Of War On Infectious Disease in Bosnia-Hercegovina. British Medical Journal. 1994; 309 (6963): p. 1207 – 1208. Robertson, A., Fronczak, N., Jaganjac, N., Hailey, P., Copeland, P., & Duprat, M. (1995). Nutrition and Immunization Survey of Bosnian Women and Children during 1993. International Journal of Epidemiology. 1995; 24 (6): p. 1163 – 1170. Rubin, M. (1994). Experiences from the World Health Organization Missions in Sarajevo, 1992-1993. Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. 1994; 9 (2): p. S8 – S10. Safar, P. (1994). Disaster Medicine and Wartorn Former Yugoslavia. Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. 1994; 9 (2): p. 91 – 93. Simunovic, V. J. (2007). Health care in Bosnia and Herzegovina before, during and after 1992-1995 war: a personal testimony. BioMed Central. 2007: p. 1 – 6. Vujovic, B. & Mazlagic, D. (1994). Epidemiology and Surgical Management of Abdominal War Injuries in Sarajevo: State Hospital of Sarajevo Experience. Prehospital and Disaster Medicine. 1994; 9 (2): p. S29 – S34.

What has the Fed. been up to since declaring opioids a public health emergency? Are y'all really repealing Obamacare or are y'all just pulling my leg? What do you get when you mix Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, & Chase? All this & more! Show notes at bit.ly/schmelthy

In the show, The Bio Busters professors discuss vaccines and vaccination. Dr. A & Dr. C discuss the history of vaccines, along with important milestones in their development, safety, and recent disease outbreaks caused by non-vaccinations. Importantly, both professors debunk the maligned theory that vaccines cause autism (spoiler: they do not). Keep the discussion and comments going on the iTunes review section, or feel free to e-mail the podcast with future show ideas and thoughts on the current show.   References: Curtis, B., Liberato, N., Rulien, M., Morrisroe, K., Kenney, C., Yutuc, V., … Hewitson, L. (2015). Examination of the Safety of Pediatric Vaccine Schedules in a Non-Human Primate Model: Assessments of Neurodevelopment, Learning, and Social Behavior. Environmental Health Perspectives, 123(6), 579–589. Bharathi S. Gadad, Wenhao Li, Umar Yazdani, Stephen Grady, Trevor Johnson, Jacob Hammond, Howard Gunn, Britni Curtis, Chris English, Vernon Yutuc, Clayton Ferrier, Gene P. Sackett, C. Nathan Marti, Keith Young, Laura Hewitson, and Dwight C. German. Administration of thimerosal-containing vaccines to infant rhesus macaques does not result in autism-like behavior or neuropathology. PNAS October 6, 2015 112 (40) 12498-12503. Phadke VK, Bednarczyk RA, Salmon DA, Omer SB. Association Between Vaccine Refusal and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in the United States: A Review of Measles and Pertussis. JAMA. 2016;315(11):1149-1158. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.1353. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines Music by Bahaa Naamani Email us at thebiobusters@gmail.com

Cherise Rohr-Allegrini is the program director at the Immunization Partnership, whose goal is to improve vaccination rates in San Antonio and across Texas. Every year millions of people suffer and die from vaccine-preventable diseases. The Immunization Partnership strives to increase vaccination rates through education and advocacy. Dr. Rohr-Allegrini talks about how the success of vaccines has ironically contributed to the rise of the anti-vax movement, how the way scientists talk about vaccines is important to increase vaccination rates, the autism-vaccine controversy, the tantalizing approach of polio eradication, and her background in studying vector-borne diseases in developing countries. The MicroCase for listeners to solve is about Sandy Sanchez, the pregnant bird-watching game warden who becomes sick with a mysterious illness that may threaten her baby. Participants: Karl Klose, Ph.D. (UTSA) Cherise Rohr-Allegrini, M.P.H., Ph.D. (The Immunization Partnership) Jesus Romo (UTSA)

Many illnesses are now very rare in the United States because of the success of vaccinations. Vaccinating your child provides protection from many childhood diseases. Along with many school systems around the country, the Indiana State Department of Health Immunization Program has recently updated the required immunizations for school entry.Listen as Dr. Tony GiaQuinta, explains the importance of vaccinations for your children and why, by vaccinating them, you are protecting them from vaccine-preventable diseases that can be very serious, may require hospitalization, or even be deadly - especially in infants and young children.

Community Health Improvement Plan 2015-2017 The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for Olmsted County serves as a first step towards true community-centered planning, integration, and implementation of strategies to improve our community’s health. CHIP partners and additional community organizations will work together to promote health equity throughout diverse populations and address social determinants of health to improve health outcomes in five priority areas: Obesity, Diabetes, Mental Health, Vaccine Preventable Diseases, and Financial Stress / Homelessness.

Interview with Saad B. Omer, MBBS, MPH, PhD, author of Association Between Vaccine Refusal and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in the United States A Review of Measles and Pertussis

Editor's Audio Summary by Howard Bauchner, MD, Editor in Chief of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, for the March 15, 2016 issue

Deadly childhood diseases once thought eradicated are making a comeback around the world. We look at the reasons and what might be done in the interests of public health.