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.
Pediatric Flu Vaccines: Evidence, Guidelines, and Communication
Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP
Guest: Robert W. Frenck Jr., MD
Pediatric influenza vaccination can protect both children and their families, but misinformation and shifting recommendations can leave many parents with questions and concerns. Joining Dr. Brian McDonough to discuss how clinicians can build trust with hesitant parents through evidence-based and guideline-informed approaches is Dr. Robert Frenck. Dr. Frenck is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, the Director of the Vaccine Research Center, and Executive Chair of the Institutional Review Board at Cincinnati's Children's Hospital.
26 Aug 2026
Flu Vaccination During Pregnancy: Evidence and Guidance
Host: Ashley Baker, MSN, PMHNP
Guest: Flor M. Munoz, MD, MSc
Pregnancy can increase the risk of serious influenza-related complications, making timely vaccination an important part of maternal care. But what does the evidence tell us about the safety and benefits of influenza vaccination for both pregnant patients and their babies? Joining Ashley Baker to answer this question and discuss current vaccination recommendations and strategies for improving uptake is Dr. Flor Muñoz. She's an Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, and Molecular Virology and Microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.
25 Aug 2026
Beyond Infection: The Broader Clinical Impact of Influenza
Host: Charles Turck, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
Guest: Rachael Lee, MD
When patients think about influenza, they often think about fever and cough. But, as Dr. Rachael Lee explains in this episode of VacciNation, the virus can set off a cascade of complications that linger long after the acute illness has resolved. From cardiovascular events and secondary bacterial infections to exacerbations of chronic disease, learn how these broader clinical effects shape vaccination recommendations and discover practical ways to help patients understand the value of vaccination beyond preventing infection.
Dr. Lee is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine, where she also serves as Chief Healthcare Epidemiologist.
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