Measles And Whooping Cough Resurge

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.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUEST
Christina O'Connor, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP
Clinical Pharmacy Manager
Mayo Clinic

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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon 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 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-038-H01-P
Initial release date: 1/12/2026
Expiration date: 1/12/2027
Additional CPE details can be found here.