Protecting Against Influenza: A Comprehensive Guide to Informed Vaccination
Experts in vaccination uptake strategies discuss the upcoming flu season, emphasizing the significance of timely vaccination, the range of available vaccine types, and the role clinicians and pharmacists play in the educating patients about the importance of being vaccinated.
EP. 1: A Conversation On The Perspective Change Surrounding The Impact Of Influenza
Wendy Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP, shares her thoughts on the changing perception of influenza and influenza vaccination post the COVID-19 pandemic.
EP. 2: Role Of Patient Education And Empowerment In Vaccination Efforts
Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PHARMD, MPH, AAHIVP, leads a conversation on the importance of vaccination in the defense and protection against viral infections, such as the flu.
EP. 3: Expert Opinions On How To Increase Patient Education Surrounding Influenza Vaccination
A panel of experts in vaccination uptake strategies discuss their best practices for empowering their patients to obtain flu vaccines and discuss how to personalize these conversations.
EP. 4: Insights Into The Currently Available Vaccine Technologies
Neil Skolnik, MD, reviews the currently available vaccine technologies, highlighting their mechanisms of action and individual delivery methods.
EP. 5: Importance Of The Inclusion Of Multiple Viral Strains Within Vaccines
Dr Wendy Wright reviews the differences between influenza strains and the rationale for the inclusion of multiple viral strains within flu vaccines.
EP. 6: Expert Opinions Of The Optimal Administration And Safety Of An Influenza Vaccine
A panel of experts in vaccination share their thoughts on the optimal timing and administration of an influenza vaccine for the general public.
EP. 7: Role Of Real-World Data To Explore Influenza Vaccination Health Outcomes
Dr Neil Skolnik reviews the role of real-world data to examine the efficacy of influenza vaccines and their impact on influenza related complications.
Dr John Russell and Neil Skolnik comment on how to translate the advisory committee on immunization practices influenza vaccination recommendations to patients.
EP. 9: Case 1: 30-Year-Old Pregnant Female In The 2nd Trimester
John Russell, MD, FAAFP, presents the case of a 30-year-old pregnant woman in her 2nd trimester and reviews the appropriate vaccination strategies for this patient.
EP. 10: Case 2: 50-Year-Old Male Patient With A Heart Disease
A panel of experts in vaccination efforts discuss the available influenza vaccines for a 50-year-old male patient with a heart disease.
EP. 11: Case 3: 65-Year-Old Male Patient With An Egg Allergy
Drs Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir and Charles Vega share their expertise on how to vaccinate a 65-year-old male patient with an egg allergy.
EP. 12: Vaccination Strategies Practice Pearls And Key Take Aways
Drs John Russell, Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, Charles Vega, Wendy Wright, And Neil Skolnik provide their practice pearls and key thoughts on how to vaccinate their patient populations in the upcoming influenza season.
