CDC COCA Call: Recommendations for Influenza Prevention and Treatment in Children: An Update for Pediatric Providers
Influenza remains a serious threat to children due to its potential to cause severe illness and death. Nearly 200 flu-associated deaths in children were reported to CDC during the 2019–2020 influenza season. Clinicians play a critical role in immunizing children, the children’s family members and caregivers, and themselves. While early use of antiviral drugs in children can reduce the duration of symptoms and prevent serious complications, immunization remains the most effective way to prevent influenza and its complications, including death. Immunization is particularly important during the severe COVID-19 pandemic.
During this COCA call, subject matter experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and CDC will discuss strategies primary care providers and medical sub-specialists can use to improve flu prevention and control in children this season.
If you are unable to attend the live COCA call, the recording and slide set will be available for viewing on the COCA Call webpage a few hours after the live event.
Free Continuing Education (CE) will be offered for this COCA Call.
Please see call information below:
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2020
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm (CST)
Webinar link: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616039348
Phone: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-646-828-7666
Webinar ID: 161 603 9348
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