Measles and the Ethics of Vaccination
This lecture will examine the historical background to mandatory immunization policies, anti-vaccinationism and the 2019 resurgence of measles. The lecture will be followed by case discussion of how this history might inform responding to parents hesitant to immunize their children.
Who Should Participate?
Physicians, Nurses, Clergy, Social Workers, Mental Health, any interested healthcare professional. As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Northwest AHEC and Wake Forest Baptist Health provides compassionate education and respectful care for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Objectives
Upon completion of this knowledge-based program, participants should be able to:
- Describe the role played by measles vaccine in US immunization policy
- Explain the social forces that led to backlash against vaccination and resurgence of measles in 2019
- Discuss how history might inform how to speak with parents skeptical about vaccines
Registration
There is no fee for this activity, however, seating is limited and preregistration is highly encouraged. You are welcome to bring your own lunch. Note— By registering for this activity, your name and email address may be shared with WFBH Clinical Ethics Committee, which is a joint provider of this continuing education activity. Attendance at this activity grants permission for Northwest AHEC to use any photographs, audio, video, or other images from this activity for promotional or educational purposes. Please notify a Northwest AHEC staff member if you have concerns.
More Information
1.0 Contact Hour from Northwest AHEC Nurses: This educational activity (1.0 contact hour) can be applied toward your continuing competence plan for maintaining your current licensure with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. This program does not provide specific NBCC Credits. However, per LPC licensure guidelines, you may submit up to 15 contact hours of continuing education by attending programs by affiliates of the National Area Health Education Center
10th Floor of the Comprehensive Cancer Center
Conference Room 10C
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Winston-Salem, N.C.