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Whenever the subject of vaccines comes up, it’s more often than not in the context of myths and controversies questioning their safety, effectiveness, and overall value. And with strong supporters on both sides of this polarizing issue, how can we as healthcare professionals ensure the health and safety of our patients? Explore this question and more on VacciNation, providing new insights on vaccines, the illnesses they prevent, and how opposing viewpoints on them can impact the world around us.

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Fighting Flu Vaccine Myths: How to Effectively Dispel...

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2025/10/17

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Mirella Salvatore, MD From fears of getting the flu from the shot to concerns about ingredients like thimerosal, myths about the flu vaccine persist, underscoring the need for clinicians to effectively address misinformation and build vaccine confidence. So to help debunk some of the most common flu vaccine myths, Dr. Charles Turck speaks with Dr. Mirella Salvatore, an infectious disease specialist, Fellow of the Infectious Diseases

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Implementing ACIP's 2025 Flu Vaccine Guidelines...

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2025/10/06

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Darvin Scott Smith, MD Guest: Robert Danoff DO, MS, FACOFP, FAAFP As of July 2025, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released new recommendations for influenza vaccination, stating that single-dose thimerosal-free formulations are now required for children up to 18, pregnant individuals, and all adults. While this new guidance may help strengthen public trust in immunization, it's important to consider how to

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From Pertussis to Polio: Why Routine Childhood...

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2025/10/03

Guest: Paul Offit, MD Despite the rarity of diseases like polio and diphtheria in the U.S., recent cases underscore that these threats persist when immunization rates decline. Meanwhile, more common infections like pertussis and hepatitis B continue to pose serious risks to unprotected children. Here to talk about the importance of timely and routine childhood vaccination is Dr. Paul A. Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center and a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of

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Pediatric Flu Vaccination: Strategies for Addressing...

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2025/09/24

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: C. Buddy Creech, MD, MPH Guest: Wendy Wright, DNP, FNP-BC, ANP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP Pediatric influenza vaccination rates are consistently lower than other childhood immunizations, a problem that’s often driven by parental hesitancy. Whether it's a lack of understanding of the possible severity of the flu or deeply held beliefs about the vaccine's safety, knowing how to address parents' concerns is key to improving uptake and

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From Hesitancy to Trust: Personalizing Vaccine...

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2025/09/24

Guest: Ruth Carrico, PhD, DNP, APRN* In the post-COVID landscape, healthcare providers face a new communication challenge: countering misinformation while building trust in vaccine recommendations. To help combat this, Dr. Ruth Carrico joins us to share how her approach to patient engagement has shifted from simply informing to actively listening and collaborating. Dr. Carrico is a family nurse practitioner based in Louisville, Kentucky and an Adjunct Professor in the Division of

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Closing Meningococcal Protection Gaps: The Case for...

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2025/09/24

Guest: Ruth Carrico, PhD, DNP, APRN* Despite high uptake of the quadrivalent meningococcal ACWY vaccine among adolescents, significant protection gaps remain, particularly against serogroup B. That’s why Dr. Ruth Carrico joins us to examine key challenges in adolescent vaccine delivery and how newer pentavalent vaccines covering all five major meningococcal serogroups—A, C, W, Y, and B—can streamline protection, improve coverage, reduce missed doses, and support shared decision-making

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Strengthening Pediatric Immunization Against DTaP,...

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2025/09/22

Guest: Ruth Carrico, PhD, DNP, APRN* Vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, and polio form the foundation of early childhood immunization, but gaps in coverage continue to put children and communities at risk. Fortunately, combination vaccines and coadministration strategies can help providers minimize missed opportunities while protecting children from preventable disease and long-term health complications. Learn more with Dr. Ruth Carrico, a family nurse

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Enhanced Flu Vaccines: Strengthening Protection in...

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2025/09/15

Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO Guest: Irene Hamrick, MD Older adults face higher risks from influenza due to age-related declines in immune function, making enhanced vaccines a critical preventive tool. However, vaccination in this population comes with some considerations, including vaccine hesitancy and access barriers. Joining Dr. Jennifer Caudle to discuss the role of enhanced influenza vaccines for adults and strategies for overcoming these challenges is Dr. Irene Hamrick. Dr

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Evaluating Flu Vaccine Effectiveness in Pediatric...

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2025/09/12

Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Guest: Danielle Wales, MD, MPH Recent research highlights the comparative effectiveness of cell-based versus egg-based influenza vaccines in pediatric populations. This data could help guide pediatric immunization, alongside strategies like comprehensive communication with parents and whole-family vaccine efforts. Joining Dr. Brian McDonough to discuss the importance of annual flu prevention and ways to improve uptake in pediatric populations is

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Addressing Pediatric Flu Burden: The Critical Role of...

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2025/09/09

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Ravi Jhaveri, MD Pediatric influenza remains a serious threat, with the 2024-2025 season bringing one of the highest recorded pediatric mortality rates in over a decade. As a result, understanding barriers to vaccine uptake and implementing strategies to address them is critical. Joining Dr. Charles Turck to provide insights into the burden of pediatric influenza and the importance of timely immunization is Dr. Ravi Jhaveri. Dr

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The Critical Importance of Flu Vaccination: A Patient...

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2024/10/18

Host: Mary Katherine Cheeley, PharmD, BCPS, CLS, FNLA Guest: Alissa Kanowitz, Founding Member Families Fighting Flu Mrs. Alissa Kanowitz became a patient advocate after experiencing the absolute worst-case scenario: losing her four-year-old daughter Amanda to the flu. And now, she’s here with Dr. Mary Katherine Cheeley to share her and Amanda’s story as well as her experience working with the Families Fighting Flu organization. This is so we can all better understand the

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Navigating the 2024-2025 Flu Season: ACIP’s Latest...

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2024/10/02

Guest: Paul Hunter, MD The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recently updated their recommendations for the 2024-2025 flu season. Here to give us a breakdown of the key updates so we can protect our patients from the flu is family medicine physician Dr. Paul Hunter.

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Comprehensive Immunization: Co-Administering Flu,...

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2024/10/01

Host: Mary Katherine Cheeley, PharmD, BCPS, CLS, FNLA Guest: Jill Foster, MD Guest: John Russell, MD According to recent studies, co-administering the flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines is generally safe, which is why both the CDC and Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices support this approach. However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind when co-administering these three respiratory vaccines, which is why Dr. Mary Katherine Cheeley speaks with Drs. Jill

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Boosting Flu Vaccination Rates: A Guide for Primary...

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2024/09/30

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: John Russell, MD According to the CDC, flu vaccine coverage for all adults is about 47 percent, and there’s been a continued decline among pregnant patients and children since 2020. These reduced vaccination rates can have serious consequences for our patients and the healthcare system as a whole, which is why it’s so important for primary care providers to embrace their role in reversing this trend. To help in this mission, Dr

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Strategies for Integrating Flu Vaccination into...

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2024/09/25

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Laila Woc-Colburn, MD, DTM&H, FACP, FIDSA Since annual flu shots help alleviate the severe disease burden on patients and the healthcare system as a whole, it’s important to make flu vaccination a part of every patient visit. Fortunately, tools like appointment reminders, in-office discussions, and infographics can help us integrate this preventative measure into routine patient care and protect them from the flu. To learn more

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Beyond Prevention: Examining the Lesser-Known...

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2024/09/25

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Darvin Scott Smith, MD Vaccines play a crucial role in preventing the flu itself, but there are a lot of lesser-known benefits of flu vaccination as well, including its impact on reducing illness severity, hospitalization rates, and co-infections as well as its importance in managing chronic diseases and enhancing public health outcomes. Joining Dr. Charles Turck to examine the comprehensive advantages of flu vaccination is Dr. Darvin

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Ensuring Patients Are Prepared Before International...

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2024/09/17

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: Norman Beatty, MD Guest: Marvin J. Bittner, MD Pretravel consultation is essential for a lot of patients with upcoming travel plans so that we can anticipate and mitigate any risks they may encounter. Each conversation is unique to the health aspects of the patient's travel plans. To dive in for best practices when preparing patients for international travel, join Dr. Charles Turck as he speaks with expert panelists, Dr. Norman

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Travel Medicine Specialists: A Guide on Identifying...

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2024/09/17

Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO Guest: Michael Barnish, DO Guest: Norman J. Bizon, PA-C, CTH Before traveling abroad, it’s important that patients schedule a pre-travel health consultation with their doctor to go over their itinerary and talk about potential risks at their destination. There certainly are patients who are more at risk, such as those with immune-compromising conditions. To learn how to best collaborate with your patients before they travel internationally, dive in

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Dengue Fever Prevention: How to Protect Patients...

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2024/09/11

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: David Hamer, MD Cases of dengue have more than doubled since 2023, especially in endemic areas like Latin America, the Caribbean, South and Southeast Asia, and the coastal areas of Africa. This increasingly prevalence underscores the importance of knowing how to protect patients traveling abroad to those areas, which is why Dr. Charles Turck speaks with Dr. David Hamer about essential prevention strategies for dengue fever. Dr. Hamer

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Chikungunya Virus: A Look at Prevention Strategies...

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2024/09/11

Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Guest: David Hamer, MD Cases of chikungunya have risen significantly in recent years, but fortunately, there are several ways we can protect our patients traveling abroad, including with a novel vaccine and other anti-mosquito measures. Joining Dr. Charles Tuck to discuss key preventive strategies for the chikungunya virus is Dr. David Hamer, Professor of Global Health and Medicine at the Boston University School of Public Health.

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