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The Impact Of Caregiver And Community Education On Influenza Vaccination Acceptance, Austin Mueller, Sandra Bronni Md, Jenny Lachance, Ruba Allabwani Md, Bianca Yaldo Md, Abigail Howell

Medical Student Research Symposium

Introduction: Pediatric populations are particularly vulnerable to influenza, and rely on parental approval of the pediatric influenza vaccine (PIV). We conducted a survey to better understand our community’s perspective on the PIV.

Methods: An urban pediatric clinic’s records were gathered for the 2017-2019 flu seasons (i.e., pre-survey period). Surveys were distributed during the 2019-2020 flu season to assess vaccination status and their reasoning for acceptance or rejection of the PIV for their child(ren). Children vaccination rates were divided into 3 groups: 6 months-3 years, 3-5 years, and 5-18 years.

Results: During the 2017-2018 flu season, the overall vaccination rate (n=1791) …

Understanding Asthma Care And Management Challenges In Pediatric Patients, Alexander Wind, Priya Spencer, Amy Delaroche

Medical Student Research Symposium

Background:

Asthma is a common pediatric health condition with highly variable manifestations. It may require daily management with medications and lifestyle adjustments throughout childhood. Due to the varied severity of the disease, effective management of asthma can place undue demands and challenges on asthmatic children and their families.

Objective:

To understand the challenges families face in managing their child’s asthma.

Methods:

Currently ongoing since November 18, 2021, this study enrolls 5-11 years old presenting with an acute asthma exacerbation to the emergency room of a tertiary care children’s hospital. We use structured questionnaires to collect information on …