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Epidemiology Outcomes
Concurrent

Childhood Vaccine Side Effect: Adulthood

Monday, March 23, 2026
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM Central Time
Location: W178

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    Adrienne Randolph, MD, MS, FCCM (she/her/hers)

    Boston Children's Hospital, Massachusetts

    Disclosure(s): Inotrem, Inc.: Consultant (Terminated); ThermoFischer Ltd: Consulting fees or other remuneration (Terminated); Wolters-Kluwer UpToDate: Receipt of Royalties (Ongoing)

Vaccination is one of the most effective public health measures for preventing infectious diseases, yet vaccine-preventable illnesses still account for a significant proportion of pediatric ICU admissions. Understanding the link between immunization and critical care can help inform vaccine policy, parental education, and hospital preparedness. This session will explore the importance of childhood immunization in reducing ICU burden. Speakers, who are experts in pediatric critical care, infectious diseases, and vaccine science, will discuss the latest evidence on vaccine efficacy, real-world data on ICU admissions due to vaccine-preventable diseases, and challenges in vaccine uptake. Speakers will also explore whether certain vaccines should be prioritized in specific populations and how critical care teams can contribute to public health vaccination efforts.

Learning Objectives:

  • Examine the relationship between childhood vaccinations and ICU admissions, including data on vaccine-preventable illnesses requiring critical care
  • Review the science behind recommended childhood vaccines and their role in preventing severe infections and complications
  • Discuss prioritization of vaccines in high-risk patient populations and whether certain vaccines should be emphasized or reconsidered based on ICU-related outcomes

Presentations:

  • 3:20 PM - 3:35 PM Central Time
    Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in the ICU: The Data Behind the Crisis

    Adrienne G. Randolph, MD, MS, FCCM (she/her/hers) – Boston Children's Hospital

  • 3:35 PM - 3:50 PM Central Time
    The Science of Childhood Vaccinations: How They Prevent ICU Admissions

    Christopher P. Montgomery, MD – Nationwide Children's Hospital At Ohio State University

  • 3:50 PM - 4:05 PM Central Time
    Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy and Misinformation: Vaccine Prioritization in High-Risk Populations: What Matters Most?

    Joshua Cooper, MD (he/him/his) – Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital