Dr. Sarah Alvarez discusses how she approaches discussing vaccines with her patients in order to build confidence.
Last Updated07/09/2026
Flu | Infectious Respiratory Diseases | Vaccines
The Risks are Real: Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, MD MCAP, FAMWA
Dr. Rohr-Kirchgraber shares firsthand patient stories highlighting the severe consequences of respiratory illness and the role vaccination could have played in preventing them.
HealthyWomen CEO Beth Battaglino, RN-C, discusses the serious impact of respiratory illnesses on vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, infants and young children.
Last Updated07/08/2026
Vaccines | Infectious Respiratory Diseases
The Risks are Real: Erin Rocchio, DO
Dr. Erin Rocchio discusses the profound impact respiratory illnesses can have on people’s lives and how vaccines can help prevent these serious outcomes.
Last Updated07/08/2026
Treatments | Immunocompromised
Know Your Risk: Certain Health Conditions Raise Your Risk of Serious Illness from COVID-19 and Flu
Both COVID-19 and influenza (flu) can cause serious complications — especially for people who have an existing underlying or chronic illness. But antiviral treatments can reduce your chances of getting very sick and help you recover faster.
Nandini Selvam, Vice President and General Manager of IQVIA, discusses why individuals underestimate the real risks of respiratory diseases and how vaccines remain the best way to prevent severe illness.
Last Updated06/12/2026
Infectious Respiratory Diseases | Vaccines
The Risks are Real: Amesh Adalja, MD, FIDSA
Dr. Amesh Adalja discusses the serious risks of infectious respiratory diseases, and the role that vaccines play in protecting against severe illness.
Last Updated04/23/2026
Vaccines
The Science Behind mRNA Vaccines
For over 20 years, mRNA technology has been researched, developed, and tested for use in vaccines against infectious diseases as well as for cancer immunotherapy. While the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines were the first approved for widespread use, they build on decades of research and are now among the most extensively studied medicines in history.