Description

Join us for an informative and engaging session exploring what’s new in infectious diseases and prevention. We’ll dive into current statewide trends and discuss how evolving clinical and public-health guidance is shaping care.

The webinar will also tackle some of the most persistent health myths—especially those involving vaccine ingredients—and share practical communication strategies to counter misinformation. 

*ACIP meeting previously scheduled February 25-26, 2026 has been postponed. Panelist prompts will be based on previous meeting in 2025 and current updates. Please reach out to Kristina Seier with additional prompts/questions.

Objectives: 

• Identify and explain current trends in infectious diseases across the state, including notable outbreaks, shifting epidemiology, and updates to clinical or public-health guidance.
• Recognize common forms of health misinformation—particularly regarding vaccine ingredients
• Discuss cancer prevention related to infectious pathogens, including screening, vaccination, and risk-reduction strategies

• Dr. Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, FAAP; Committee on Infectious Disease Chair
• Dr. Joel Waddell, DO, FAAP; Committee on Infectious Disease Member
• Dr. Nathan Boonstra, MD; Committee on Infectious Disease Member

Presented by:

Continuing Education Credits

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is the accredited provider and has approved this activity for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, American Osteopathic Association credit, and continuing education contact hours. The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. If you have questions regarding continuing education credit, please email cme@dmu.edu.