Overview / Abstract: |
Maternal immunization is recommended to protect both mothers and young infants from vaccine-preventable diseases. The rationale for maternal immunization is built on the concept of passive protection; women mounting an IgG response after immunization with a vaccine have placental transport of protective antibodies that prevent infection during early infancy. Maternal immunization against influenza and pertussis is recommended for all pregnant women in the United States. Join C. Mary Healy, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Baylor College of Medicine as she discusses the rationale and evidence for these recommendations, and strategies to improve vaccination rates in pregnant women. At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: |
Expiration |
Aug 10, 2017 |
Discipline(s) |
Nursing CNE, Physician CME |
Format |
Webinar / Webcast / Video |
Credits / Hours |
1 |
Accreditation |
ACCME, ANCC |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
C. Mary Healy, MD |
Activity Specialities / Related Topics |
OB/GYN / Women's Health, Infectious Disease, Immunizations / Vaccinations |
Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
This webinar is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc. NFID policies restrict funders from controlling program content. |
Keywords / Search Terms |
National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, NFID, infectious disease, vaccine, vaccinology, CME webinar free, CNE webinar, free webinar, maternal immunization Free CE CME |