77 subscribers
Treceți offline cu aplicația Player FM !
Recommendations on SARS-CoV-2, influenza and RSV vaccinations
Manage episode 383528253 series 71765
On this episode, Drs. Mojola Omole and Blair Bigham speak with two vaccine experts about the necessity, timing and availability of vaccines as we move into the season when influenza, RSV and COVID-19 are on the rise.
Dr. Scott Halperin, co-author of a CMAJ practice paper on SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pregnancy, emphasizes the importance of vaccination to protect against COVID-19 infection during pregnancy. He notes that while there is awareness among healthcare practitioners, it is crucial to continually highlight and reemphasize the importance of vaccination during pregnancy. The risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 is higher in pregnant individuals compared to non-pregnant individuals. Vaccination during pregnancy not only protects the mother but also transfers antibodies to the fetus, providing protection in the first few months of life.
Next, Dr. Trevor Arnason, Associate Medical Officer of Health with Ottawa Public Health, discusses the availability and administration of fall vaccines. He explains that the influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone over six months of age, with a higher dose available for older adults. The SARS-CoV-2 vaccine can be administered at the same time as the influenza vaccine, as there is now sufficient data on its safety. The RSV vaccine, currently approved for individuals over 60, is not government-funded and may not be accessible to everyone. Dr. Arnason emphasizes the importance of getting both the influenza and SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, particularly for high-risk groups such as young children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health conditions.
In summary, both Drs. Halperin and Arnason argue it is crucial for healthcare providers to educate and encourage their patients, especially pregnant individuals, to get vaccinated.
CMAJ article SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pregnancy
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 @Drmojolaomole
X (in English): @CMAJ
X (en français): @JAMC
Facebook
Instagram: @CMAJ.ca
The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions
416 episoade
Manage episode 383528253 series 71765
On this episode, Drs. Mojola Omole and Blair Bigham speak with two vaccine experts about the necessity, timing and availability of vaccines as we move into the season when influenza, RSV and COVID-19 are on the rise.
Dr. Scott Halperin, co-author of a CMAJ practice paper on SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pregnancy, emphasizes the importance of vaccination to protect against COVID-19 infection during pregnancy. He notes that while there is awareness among healthcare practitioners, it is crucial to continually highlight and reemphasize the importance of vaccination during pregnancy. The risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 is higher in pregnant individuals compared to non-pregnant individuals. Vaccination during pregnancy not only protects the mother but also transfers antibodies to the fetus, providing protection in the first few months of life.
Next, Dr. Trevor Arnason, Associate Medical Officer of Health with Ottawa Public Health, discusses the availability and administration of fall vaccines. He explains that the influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone over six months of age, with a higher dose available for older adults. The SARS-CoV-2 vaccine can be administered at the same time as the influenza vaccine, as there is now sufficient data on its safety. The RSV vaccine, currently approved for individuals over 60, is not government-funded and may not be accessible to everyone. Dr. Arnason emphasizes the importance of getting both the influenza and SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, particularly for high-risk groups such as young children, older adults, and individuals with underlying health conditions.
In summary, both Drs. Halperin and Arnason argue it is crucial for healthcare providers to educate and encourage their patients, especially pregnant individuals, to get vaccinated.
CMAJ article SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in pregnancy
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 @Drmojolaomole
X (in English): @CMAJ
X (en français): @JAMC
Facebook
Instagram: @CMAJ.ca
The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions
416 episoade
Alle episoder
×1 Antimicrobial resistance and the shift to shorter courses of antibiotics 39:58
1 ENCORE: AI versus physicians: who’s better at spotting high-risk patients? 32:46
1 Scurvy and the challenge of food insecurity 33:04
1 Misdiagnosed and misunderstood: premenstrual dysphoric disorder 34:33
1 Exploring the link between diet and depression 30:42
1 Compassionate and comprehensive care for early pregnancy loss 45:31
1 Building support for pregnancy and parenthood in surgery 33:05
1 Breaking the mold: embracing neurodiversity in medicine 29:01
1 Prioritizing pain management during IUD insertions and other gynecologic procedures 36:38
1 AI versus physicians: who’s better at spotting high-risk patients? 32:53
1 Meningitis B outbreaks: vaccination and risk in university settings 30:49
1 ENCORE: Confronting the high stakes of incivility in health care 37:55
1 Managing the serious risks of vaping among youth 28:11
1 Innovative solutions to a vexing issue: “social admissions” 36:15
1 Groundbreaking advancements in HIV treatment and prevention 44:54
Bun venit la Player FM!
Player FM scanează web-ul pentru podcast-uri de înaltă calitate pentru a vă putea bucura acum. Este cea mai bună aplicație pentru podcast și funcționează pe Android, iPhone și pe web. Înscrieți-vă pentru a sincroniza abonamentele pe toate dispozitivele.