You can watch this recorded webinar from 27th of January 2021 here:
Speakers:
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Professor Karina Butler, Chair of the National Immunisation Advisory Committee at the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
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Brian Cleary, Chief Pharmacist Rotunda Hospital, RCSI nominee to the National Immunisation Advisory Committee
Summary:
In this webinar about COVID-19 vaccines, Prof Karina Butler and Prof Brian Cleary provide updates on the vaccines currently available and those awaiting approval. They discuss the mRNA vaccines, such as Pfizer and Moderna, and highlight their efficacy and safety profiles. They also cover other vaccines, like those from AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson, and mention ongoing research on vaccine immunity for individuals who have already had COVID-19. The speakers address concerns about allergies, duration of immunity, vaccine effectiveness against different variants, and the importance of vaccine stewardship. They emphasise the need for clear immunisation status and the implementation of a national tracking system. Overall, the webinar provides comprehensive information on various aspects of COVID-19 vaccines in an effort to provide robust and authoritative information to viewers.