Whooping Cough and Measles Are Back

Recent years have seen a troubling resurgence of whooping cough and measles — diseases many thought were largely controlled — highlighting the continuing importance of vaccination, surveillance, and community education. This course reviews the latest evidence on global and local trends, explores the factors driving renewed outbreaks, and discusses the key roles of pharmacists in prevention and early detection. You will gain insights to be better prepared to support immunization efforts, patient counseling, and public health awareness in response to this resurgence.HOSTRachel Maynard, PharmDGameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpactLead Editor, PyrlsGUESTChristina O'Connor, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDPClinical Pharmacy ManagerMayo ClinicGET CE FOR LISTENING!Stay Compliant. Grow Clinically. Practice with Confidence. Pharmacist CE Subscription: All your CE in one convenient subscription. All episodes, CE, and Practice Resources for the GameChangers Clinical Update is included with your Pharmacist CE Subscription. But wait…there’s even more!What the Subscription Includes:The Pharmacist CE Subscription includes: ·       Compliance and licensure CE ·       GameChangers Clinical Updates ·       Practical continuing education across patient care topics *The subscription does not include microcredentials or certificates, which are available separately for pharmacists seeking specialized service training. Purchase Now!PRACTICE RESOURCEReceive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by purchasing the Pharmacist CE Subscription. CPE REDEMPTIONThis course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation to claim credit:If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. To purchase the Pharmacist CE Subscription and claim your CPE credit, click here or to purchase this course individually, click here.  CPE INFORMATIONLearning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:1. Describe recent epidemiologic trends in pertussis and measles resurgence and factors contributing to increased incidence.2. Identify the pharmacist's responsibilities for promoting vaccination, encouraging timely immunization, supporting outbreak prevention, and providing patient education.Rachel Maynard and Christina O'Connor have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.0.075 CEU/0.75 HrUAN: 0107-0000-26-038-H01-PInitial release date: 1/12/2026Expiration date: 1/12/2027Additional CPE details can be found here.Follow CEimpact on Social Media:LinkedInInstagram