The holidays and flu season are fast approaching. The vaccine for COVID-19 is still in the testing and approval process, so how can you stay healthy during the holidays and flu season?
On Wednesday, October 14th at 1:00 p.m. (EDT) University of Vermont Continuing and Distance Education is offering a free, informational webinar. UVM Larner College of Medicine's Dr. Jan Carney will provide an update on current COVID-19 data and trends as well as measures to deal with the pending flu season and holiday celebrations safely.
Vermont Department of Health's Immunization Program Manager Christine Finley will walk viewers through the vaccine approval process and discuss how the vaccine will be distributed in Vermont once it is approved. Christine Finley will also review the flu vaccine timing and distribution.
Topics will include:
1. Current COVID-19 Data and Trends
2. Overview of the Vaccine Approval Process
3. Process to Distribute Vaccine in Vermont
4. How to Prepare for Holiday Celebrations and Flu Season
5. Overview of UVM Master of Public Health Program
Panelists include:
Jan Carney, MD, MPH: Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy; Professor of Medicine, Director Graduate Public Health Programs, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
Christine Finley, APRN, MPH: Immunization Program Manager, Vermont Dept. of Health
Link for free registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-holiday-celebrations-flu-season-while-we-wait-for-a-va[...]712
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