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35. Guideline for Vaccinations in Patients with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases

Aug 16, 2022
Listen in as Dr. Anne Bass discusses important guidelines for vaccinations in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, including the impact of certain medications like rituximab and methotrexate, navigating insurance companies using the guidelines, and highlights of the vaccination recommendations. Learn about the complexities of vaccinating pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases, optimizing vaccination strategies, new conjugate vaccines, vaccine safety, and maximizing immune responses in individuals with compromised immune systems.
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  • Rheumatic disease patients face higher risks of under-vaccination, emphasizing the importance of vaccination guidelines.
  • Medications like rituximab and methotrexate impact vaccination responses, requiring specific timing adjustments for optimal immunity.

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Vaccination Challenges for Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

Patients with rheumatic diseases face increased risks of vaccine-preventable diseases but are often under-vaccinated. Concerns exist regarding possible disease flares after vaccination and achieving immunity in immunosuppressed patients.

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