To prevent diseases and their consequences that can be prevented by vaccination, vaccination is advised throughout life. Childhood immunizations have historically been the main focus of vaccination programs. Although infectious disease prevention has received more attention, the primary focus of preventive and medical healthcare for adults has been chronic diseases. However, only a small percentage of adults are receiving the majority of the frequently advised vaccines. Although adults are less likely to contract traditional infectious diseases, the likelihood of exposure to infectious diseases has multiplied as a result of globalization. As a result, the issue of adult immunization needs to be addressed immediately. The adult immunization program is more complicated, involving a wide range of vaccines and a population that is extremely diverse. Join us live with an eminent Medflix faculty - Dr. Tanu Singhal live as she unfolds this important topic of adult vaccination. 

The Latest Advances in Adult Vaccines: What Every Physician Needs to Know

Over the past few weeks, flu cases have risen in India which is in the clutches of an influenza outbreak. H3N2 has been the dominant subtype followed by H1N1, both subtypes of Influenza 'A' . Meanwhile, Adenovirus infections is causing major concerns in the pediatric age group including deaths in certain states. RSV is creating havoc in geriatric age group. Join us live with Medflix blockbuster faculty Dr. Tushar Shah in conversation with Dr. Tanu Singhal. 

Unmasking the Current H3N2 & Other Respiratory Viral Infections

Globally and nationally, paediatric illnesses that are resistant to antibiotics are on the rise. Emerging threats for the pediatric age are MRSA, VRSA, ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae, carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae and the alarming colistin resistance. The management of antibiotic-resistant infections in chidren need an understanding of the mechanisms that lead to antimicrobial resistance which is crucial for the development of strategies for prevention. Dr. Tanu Singhal, Consultant Pediatrics and Infectious Diseases, walks us through a case based approach to handling antibiotic resistant infections in children.

Antibiotic Resistant Infections in Children (case based approach)

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