As seen with the COVID-19 global pandemic, vaccine access can be difficult among the most vulnerable populations in Canada. This includes the experiences of newcomers, both immigrants and refugees. Many barriers and accessibility challenges can potentially exist for newcomer families.
Recognition and appropriate steps to vaccine access strategy development must be explored to ensure equitable measures are available to reduce the gap to vaccine access. Join us on Dec. 11, 2024 from 1-2pm EST as we discuss methods to reducing barriers to accessing healthcare services among newcomer children and families in Canada.
The following learning objectives will be examined:
- Explore the accessibility barriers that exist for vaccinations services among newcomer families
- Gain knowledge and insight on strategy development to reduce barriers to vaccine services for newcomers.
- Assess the work that can be done by healthcare professionals in one’s own practice when working with newcomer families
Speakers:
- Dr. Cora Constantinescu, Pediatric Infectious Disease, Clinical Associate Professor, University of Calgary;