Join Peggy in an overview of vaccines and their impact in the U.S. — covering the past, present and future. Participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of vaccines for the health of the community, young and old alike. There will be discussion of the history of vaccines and the diseases that have virtually disappeared since their use in the U.S. as well as how advances in the scientific understanding of how the body fights infections has led to many lifesaving vaccines. Peggy will describe the science and rigorous testing that is required before a vaccine can be licensed and adopted by the medical community.
Peggy will provide ample opportunity for Q & A on this important, topical, subject.
What to expect: Participants will learn what a vaccine is and the types of vaccines; the history of vaccines and how diseases have been virtually eradicated in the U.S.; and importantly, be provided a peek into the future of vaccines.
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