‘Vaccines: Armour Against Infectious Diseases’ webinar to be held on September 27
The webinar will discuss childhood and adult vaccination, catch-up doses and how immunisation needs vary with age, health conditions and other risk factors
On September 27, a free webinar titled "Vaccines: Armour Against Infectious Diseases" will be held by The Hindu. Vaccinations are crucial in preventing infectious diseases and mitigating the risk of severe illness and complications. The webinar aims to examine the importance of timely childhood vaccination, ensuring the recommended schedule is completed, and addressing situations when doses are missed.
Besides discussing vaccination for children, the session will also cover adult immunisation needs, accounting for changes in immunisation requirements with age and health conditions. Topics to be covered include vaccination for older adults and those with chronic illnesses, catch-up vaccination for individuals unaware of or lacking records of previous doses, vaccines for international travel, and immunisation during pregnancy.
The webinar will be moderated by The Hindu's senior reporter, Athira Elssa Johnson. The discussion will be led by Janani Sankar, Medical Director at Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital, Chennai, who will focus on childhood vaccination and the practical concerns parents encounter. Dilip Mathai, a senior consultant in Infectious Diseases at Naruvi Hospitals and Professor of Medicine and Adult Infectious Diseases, will speak about adult vaccination and immunisation across the life course.
To register for the event, users can scan the provided QR code or click on the given link. The session is expected to be informative and engaging, addressing common concerns and providing crucial insights into staying up to date with recommended vaccines.
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