DECEMBER 2020: The Vaccine is Here: Your Questions Answered

Friday, January 8, 2021, 12:00 AM - Thursday, March 31, 2022, 12:00 AM

Vaccines are one of the most effective tools we have in preventing and reducing the burden of infectious diseases. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines are once again poised to change the tide in our favor in the fight against a deadly virus. But how exactly do vaccines work? And are they safe? The video and interview transcript provided as part of this online learning opportunity will provide insightful answers to those questions and more.

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1. Discuss the nuances associated with the distribution of the vaccine
2. Identify the fundamentals of how vaccines work
3. Explain the importance of vaccination for public health

Accreditation Statement: The Yale School of Medicine, Office of Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation Statement: The Yale School of Medicine, Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

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AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.50 hours)