On this episode of FACTSinnated, we’re joined by Jessica McDonald, a seasoned science journalist with a focus on addressing the growing issue of vaccine misinformation. Jessica shares her journey into science journalism and discusses why tackling vaccine misinformation, especially online, is more crucial than ever. We dive into some of the most common misconceptions surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine, including concerns about myocarditis, and explore how these myths have impacted public health efforts and trust in health institutions. Jessica also provides insight into her approach to making complex scientific topics, like vaccination, accessible to the general public, with tailored strategies for parents and young people. Tune in to learn more about the fight against vaccine misinformation and discover resources to stay informed and protect public health! 

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On this episode of FACTSinnated, we sit down with Dr. Linda Eckert, a Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Adjunct Professor in Global Health with an Infectious Diseases Fellowship at the University of Washington. We discuss her new book Enough: Because We Can Stop Cervical Cancer and the importance of preventing this disease. Dr. Eckert also delves into why getting the HPV vaccine at a young age, starting at 9 years old, is crucial to preventing HPV-related cancers, and how she has worked with parents and adolescents in the past to ensure adolescents are protected through vaccination. Tune in to learn more about HPV vaccination as we debunk the myths surrounding it and check out these free sources!

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Join us for a new episode of FACTSinnated, featuring a discussion with four young adult vaccine advocates. Eric, Lindsey, Archer, and Nolan each have a unique background and lived experiences that have shaped their interest in adolescent vaccination. On this episode, we’ll hear about their path to becoming vaccine advocates, what it takes to make their voice heard, and how they’ve been able to make a difference among their peers. Tune in to this to learn more about strategies for navigating conversations about vaccines and sharing credible, fact-based vaccine information with your friends and family.

On this episode of FACTSinnated, we sat down with Dr. Andrea Love, immunologist and microbiologist, and an expert podcaster herself, to discuss the role of immunization in keeping adolescents and young adults, and their communities, healthy. Dr. Love discusses the common misconceptions and beliefs of parents of teens and where to find unbiased, credible resources about vaccines. Dr. Love shares her role as a vaccine advocate in addition to the critical need for trust in public health agencies. Tune in for this special Adolescent Immunization Action Week 2024 episode to learn more. 

Join us for an exciting new episode of FACTSinnated, Unity Consortium’s mythbusting podcast. Today we’ll hear from Dr. Jason Zucker in a recap of his work with the CDC and NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene during the Mpox outbreak of 2022. Dr. Zucker discusses the importance of STI prevention through vaccination, testing and treatment options for those at risk or who have contracted Mpox, and resources for parents and teens looking to learn more. Take a listen!

In this episode of FACTSinnated, we delve into the complex world of adolescent vaccination and vaccine hesitancy, bringing you insights and guidance from a renowned expert in bioethics, Dr. Arthur Caplan. Our host, Natalie Cordero, sits down with Dr. Caplan and Nathaniel to explore the ethical considerations surrounding adolescent vaccination including the importance of patient autonomy, and the evolving landscape. 

We all hold many different roles as a part of our identities: practitioner, parent, caregiver, family member, all with important lived experiences as members of society. On this special, double feature episode tune in to hear from Phyllis E. Greenberger, Senior Vice President of Science & Health Policy, in her journey from childhood through parenthood recovering from measles, later facing severe chickenpox along with her sons, and the impact that these challenging life events have had on her as an individual, a parent, and in her career. Beth Battaglino shares the importance of her roles as a mom, nurse, and CEO of HealthyWomen in advocating for women’s health and vaccination priorities for adolescents and young adults. Streaming now!

Cervical cancer survivor, vaccine advocate, and the CEO of Cervivor, Tamika Felder, joins us on FACTSinnated to discuss the importance of HPV vaccination. On this episode hosted by intern Natalie Mar Cordero, Tamika shares her experience with cervical cancer, all things HPV, and how she became a vaccine advocate.  

On this episode hosted by Natalie Cordero, the Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Peter Marks, joins us to discuss how the FDA is keeping adolescents and young adults in mind as they continue to tackle vaccine development.  

From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to now, the world has experienced an immense amount of change in our healthcare systems. One important lesson remains: vaccinations save lives. On this episode of FACTSinnated, Dr. Walter A. Orenstein discusses the importance of staying up-to-date on COVID-19 immunizations and booster shots, where and when adolescents and young adults can get vaccinated, and recurrent themes in vaccine hesitancy. Join us for this exciting new episode, streaming now! 

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