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National Foundation for Infectious Diseases

Maternal Immunization: Protecting Mother and Baby

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Overview / Abstract:

Carol J. Baker, MD, NFID past-president and professor of pediatrics and molecular virology and microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine and Richard H. Beigi, MD, MS, associate professor, Magee-Womens Hospital, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, will discuss important vaccines recommended for pregnant women, including Tdap and influenza, and will address cocooning to protect vulnerable young infants. Speakers will also provide tips and strategies for increasing vaccine uptake in pregnant women.

At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to:

• Describe the evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of vaccines recommended for pregnant women
• Explain the benefits of vaccination for mother and baby
• List strategies for increasing immunization in pregnant women

The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. NFID designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This webinar is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc. NFID policies restrict funders from controlling program content.

Expiration

Apr 13, 2016

Discipline(s)

Physician CME

Format

Webinar / Webcast / Video

Credits / Hours

1.0

Accreditation

ACCME

Presenters / Authors / Faculty

Carol J. Baker, MD
Richard H. Beigi, MD, MS

Activity Specialities / Related Topics

Epidemiology, Family Medicine, Immunizations / Vaccinations, Immunology / Immunosuppression, Infectious Disease, OB/GYN / Women's Health, Pediatrics, Preventive Care, Public Health / Community Health

Keywords / Search Terms

National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, maternal, baby, infant, pregnancy, influenza Tdap, Vaccines, Vaccination, Free CE CME Free CE CME Free CE CME

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