WSPID Podcast Series: Season 2

WSPID Podcast Series: Season 2

 

Welcome to the new season of WSPID Podcast, your source for expert insights and the latest developments in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (PID). Hosted by the World Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases (WSPID), a global confederation of national and international PID societies, our podcast brings together top professionals from around the world to explore critical topics in pediatric infectious diseases.

From clinical case discussions to emerging research, ethical considerations, and innovations in diagnostics, our episodes offer diverse perspectives on the challenges and advancements shaping pediatric healthcare today.

 

 

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Episodes

 

Episode 1: Empowering Women in Science: Prof. Asha Bowen’s Impactful Journey

 

Season 2 of the WSPID Podcast kicks off with WSPID President Professor Asha Bowen, OAM.

Host Dr. Linny Phuong explores her career, impact on Aboriginal child health, and insights on women in global health leadership. They discuss her work on skin health, mentorship, values-based science, indigenous collaboration, and future priorities in pediatric infectious diseases amid climate change.

Guest: WSPID President, Professor Asha Bowen, OAM

 

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Episode 2: Empathy and Evidence: Strategies Against Vaccine Hesitancy

 

In this WSPID Podcast episode, hosts Alicia Chang and Daniel Jarovsky speak with Dr. Melissa Palmieri, a leading immunization expert in Brazil, about the country’s experience. They discuss key drivers of hesitancy—like misinformation and cultural beliefs—along with effective communication strategies and successful public health efforts in São Paulo to boost vaccination rates for HPV, COVID-19, and dengue.

Guest: Melissa Palmieri MD, São Paulo, Brazil

 

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Episode 3: Dengue and Its Global Challenges: Insights from Brazil and Argentina

 

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, hosts Alicia Chang and Daniel Jarovsky explore the rising burden of dengue in Brazil and Argentina. Joined by experts Dr. Eduardo López and Dr. Julio Croda, they discuss pediatric case patterns, vaccine rollout lessons, diagnostic challenges, and the role of pediatricians in education and prevention—plus the growing impact of climate change on dengue transmission.

Guests: Dr. Eduardo López, Argentina and Dr. Julio Croda, Brasil

 

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This podcast is supported by an Educational Grant from Takeda.

 

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