A Moment of Change in Public Health Policy: Dr. Paul Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

About this episode

Dr. Paul Offit discusses the evolving landscape of public health policy and vaccine development.

Leading vaccine expert Dr. Paul Offit shares his perspectives on an evolving landscape in public health policy, including shifts in public trust, promising advances in vaccine development, and guidance for young clinicians navigating today’s challenges in the field. Join host Lindsey Smith for an insightful and timely Raise the Line conversation.

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Host: Lindsey Smith

Guest: Dr Paul Offit

Topics covered

• public health policy
• vaccine development
• public trust
• young clinicians

Keywords

• vaccine expert
• healthcare challenges
• clinical guidance

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