Navigating the Fierce Flu Season: Insights with Dr. JB Cantey🤧

CME CreditLink https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098273 Navigating the Fierce Flu Season: Insights with Dr. JB Cantey FACULTY: J.B. Cantey, MD, MPH is an Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at UT Health San Antonio and double-boarded expert in neonatology and infectious diseases. OVERVIEW: With flu season at its peak, Pediatrics Now, host Holly Wayment welcomes back Dr. J.B. Cantey to share insights into the challenges pediatric practitioners face, particularly with the circulation of both H1N1, H3N2, and the emerging H5N1 strain, or bird flu.   He discusses the importance of vaccination, hand hygiene, and vigilant testing, while addressing common concerns about flu transmission and the role of Tamiflu.   Dr. Cantey also emphasizes the significance of maintaining awareness around new strains, such as the avian flu H5N1, and offers practical advice to give to patients worried about the flu's impact on their families. With his expertise, Dr. Cantey provides a comprehensive understanding of how to manage flu risks and protect vulnerable populations, ensuring listeners are well-equipped to handle this year's fierce flu season.   OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS: JB Cantey, MD, MPH has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.   The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests. CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS: The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE: Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance. Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation. RELEASE DATE: 2/14/2025 EXPIRATION DATE: 8/31/2027