Advances in Pneumococcal Vaccination: Shaping the Future of Paediatric Respiratory Health

A Comprehensive Online Learning Experience for Pediatric Healthcare Professionals

Join leading experts in pediatric infectious diseases for an in-depth, multi-format educational journey exploring the latest in pneumococcal vaccination. This dynamic program offers podcasts, live online sessions, and an interactive eLearning course — all designed to deliver expert insights, real-world case discussions, and practical guidance for clinicians worldwide.

🎧 Podcast Series Coming Up

Episode 1: Understanding Pneumococcal Disease – Global Burden, Epidemiology, and Geographical Differences

Discover the global landscape of pneumococcal disease and understand how geography and healthcare infrastructure influence its impact.

Episode 2: Answering Pediatricians’ Most Frequently Asked Questions About Pneumococcal Disease

Experts tackle the most common and challenging questions pediatricians face about pneumococcal disease, vaccination strategies, and patient management.

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💡 Online Research Spotlight Session

“Recent Advances in the Fight Against Pneumococcal Disease”

🗓️ Date: November 26, 2025
📍 Duration: 1 hour
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A deep dive into the latest research shaping the global landscape of pneumococcal vaccination. This one-hour session reviews recent studies, explores vaccine effectiveness, and discusses the future of pneumococcal disease prevention.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain the strengths and limitations of current pediatric pneumococcal vaccines (PCVs).

• Discuss challenges related to serotype replacement, vaccine uptake, and access.

• Describe emerging vaccine strategies including PCV15/20/21 and protein-based vaccines.

• Apply this knowledge to pediatric clinical practice, especially in high-risk or low-resource settings.

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🩺 Online Clinical Encounter Session

“A Clinical Approach to Pneumococcal Vaccination: Analyzing Case Scenarios”

An interactive, case-based learning session designed to strengthen clinical decision-making. Participants will analyze realistic pediatric cases — from pneumococcal meningitis to vaccine hesitancy — and explore management strategies across different resource settings.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Analyze management approaches for pneumococcal pneumonia and meningitis.

• Apply decision-making strategies in challenging clinical scenarios.

• Engage in peer learning and share experiences in pneumococcal disease management.

Registration details are coming soon!

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💬 Online Expert Roundtable

“Expert Insights on Pneumococcal Disease and Vaccination Strategies”

Join a multidisciplinary panel — including pediatricians, immunologists, infectious disease specialists, and public health experts — for a 90-minute discussion on the evolving pneumococcal disease landscape.

Key Topics:

• Impact of non-vaccine serotypes on public health.

• Current vaccination protocols across populations.

• Addressing vaccine hesitancy and improving adherence.

• Challenges and strategies in low- and middle-income countries.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will gain the ability to:

• Understand the changing epidemiology of pneumococcal disease.

• Apply up-to-date vaccination strategies in various patient populations.

• Develop approaches to enhance vaccination adherence in high-risk groups.

Registration details are coming soon!

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🧠 Online eLearning Course

“A Focused Guide for HCPs on Pneumococcal Disease”

A flexible, self-paced eLearning course featuring microlearning modules that combine clinical cases, interactive quizzes, article excerpts, and expert video insights. Participants will enhance their practical skills and clinical confidence in pneumococcal vaccination and management.

Key Features:

• Short, focused learning modules

• Evidence-based content from global experts

• Accredited learning for pediatric healthcare professionals

Registration details are coming soon!

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This program is supported by an Educational Grant from Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.