Staying safe during respiratory season (what patients need to know)

Do you want to protect you and your loved ones this fall? Fall respiratory season is upon us – a time of increased respiratory illness. In episode 6 of Airwaves & Airways, we chat with Ajit Johal, who is a clinical assistant professor for the University of British Columbia Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Program and is the Clinical Director at Immunize.io. Ajit is a community pharmacist focused on vaccinations and since 2012 has been providing clinical education and immunizations within Vancouver. Join us as we talk about respiratory season, risk factors, and all things vaccinations so you can be up to date on what to expect this fall. If you’re looking to learn more about vaccinations and what to expect as we head into respiratory season, be sure to check this episode out! 

 

Referenced links: 

• To learn more about recommended vaccines for your age/medical condition: https://immunizebc.ca/adults/recommended-vaccines   
• Information on extra protection options: https://immunizebc.ca/adults/recommended-vaccines#Extra%20protection 
• Book an appointment for COVID-19 and/or Influenza: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/register  
• Immunize.io for vaccine FAQs, options, and updates - https://immunize.io/ 
• To find an immunization clinic, schedules, and records - https://immunizebc.ca/ 
• BC Lung's resources on immunizations and infections - https://bclung.ca/lung-health/immunization-infections/ 
• GSK Arexvy now has 3 seasons of protection:  https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/gsk-rsv-vaccine-data-suggest-protection-across-3-seasons