In this recorded webinar, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) and partner organizations, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the National Coalition for Infant Health (NCfIH), host a discussion on strategies to help prevent infectious diseases and increase uptake of recommended vaccines during pregnancy. Speakers also discuss vaccines commonly recommended during pregnancy in the US.
NFID Medical Director Robert (Bob) H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, moderates the discussion with NFID Vice President Kevin A. Ault, MD, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine, and NFID Director Flor M. Muñoz, MD, MSc, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases at Baylor College of Medicine.
At the conclusion of the activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the importance of immunization in protecting pregnant women and infants
- Discuss disparities in immunization rates among pregnant women in the US
- Identify strategies for improving vaccination coverage among pregnant women in the US
There is no fee to participate in this activity, but pre-registration is required: https://nfid.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=611&
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
NFID designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. 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.