A 2024 Update on Immunology and Vaccines - Live Webinar on December 10, 2024 8PM ET

Learn the latest in immunology and vaccines with expert Dr. Stephanie James. This course covers immune responses, vaccine mechanisms, best practices, and effective patient communication on vaccine issues.

About this webinar

This course provides healthcare professionals with an in-depth update on the latest advancements in immunology and vaccines. Led by Dr. Stephanie James, an expert in immunology and pharmaceutical sciences, the course covers critical topics such as the adaptive immune response, the mechanism of various vaccines, and the pathology of vaccine-preventable diseases. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of recent updates in vaccine administration, potential contraindications, and best practices in vaccine counseling. The course also addresses common vaccine myths and provides strategies for effective patient communication. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving landscape of vaccines and immunology, ensuring they can deliver accurate and up-to-date information to their patients.

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

Discuss how the adaptive immune response responds to infectious pathogens.
Describe the mechanism of different types of vaccines.
Describe the pathology of vaccine preventable diseases.
Describe recent updates on administration of vaccines to prevent hepatitis A and B, varicella and other infectious diseases.
Explain potential contraindications and precautions for vaccines.
List common vaccine myths and describe why they are incorrect.
Describe best practices in vaccine counseling.

Release Date:09/17/2024

Expiration Date:09/17/2027

Universal Activity Number (UAN) - Pharmacist:0657-0000-24-102-L06-P

Universal Activity Number (UAN) - Pharmacist Technician:0657-0000-24-102-L06-T

CE Broker ID:20-1245358

Activity Type:Knowledge-based

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Faculty

Instructors

Stephanie James, PhD, MBA earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Gonzaga University, her MS degree in Biology from Eastern Washington University and an MBA from the City University of Seattle. After spending years in the biotechnology industry, she returned to school at the University of Northern Colorado earning her doctoral degree in Biological Education, studying both education and zoonotic viruses, completing her dissertation on “The Effects of TGF on Hantavirus Cardiopulmonary Disease”. Following her graduate studies, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Neurology at the University of Colorado where her research investigated the immune responses to Varicella zoster virus reactivation (which causes shingles).

Requirements

Passing Grade

Participants must correctly enter the 4-digit evaluation access code provided into the test at the conclusion of the webinar and complete an activity evaluation. Credits will be reported automatically to CPE Monitor and/or CE Broker if your license information is entered properly in your profile and if the course is completed on the same day of the webinar. If you fail to complete the attendance confirmation on the same day, please contact AchieveCE’s customer support to ensure your credits are reported.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Mac OS X 10.1+
iOS 10+
Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome
Microsft Edge
Mozilla Firefox
Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1
Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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