In this episode of Caring Well, Dr. Middleton begins a multi-part series on vaccines co-hosted by pediatric nurse practitioner Sara Pate. After getting to know Sara and her passion for pediatric and mental health care, the conversation shifts to a thoughtful, science-based look at how vaccines work and why they matter. The episode dives into Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Polio - covering how these vaccines protect both individuals and communities, why they're given at specific ages, and addressing common concerns around safety.

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TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 02:28 Pursuing a Career in Pediatric Mental Health 08:03 Understanding the Immune System and Vaccines 11:17 Understanding Immunization and Vaccine Timing 14:36 Impact of Hepatitis B Vaccine on Infants 17:31 Hidden Epidemic of Hepatitis B 20:26 Understanding Hepatitis B Vaccines 23:07 How Vaccines Work in Communities 26:12 The Spread of Hepatitis A by Children 29:18 Polio Vaccination: A Medical Miracle with Unintended Consequences 32:29 The Importance and Challenges of Eradicating Polio 35:33 Navigating Trust in Medical Information 38:36 Navigating Trust and Information Overload for Parents 41:22 Navigating Trust in Medical Information 44:13 The Responsibility of Providing Parental Advice 47:22 The Privilege of Discussing Parental Issues

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