Episode Details

Dr. Lauren Smith, MD, MPH, Vice President of Strategic Portfolios at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), joins Steve to discuss the current state of vaccine education in America. With CDC and local public health departments stretched thin, Dr. Smith explains why it’s more important than ever to provide accurate, accessible information to communities. They cover the challenges of public trust, the role of government agencies in keeping Americans informed, and strategies to ensure education keeps pace with evolving public health needs.