Fireside Chat: CDC's Scientific Integrity and COVID-19 Vaccine Safety - Dr. Nancy Messonnier

Join a virtual fireside chat featuring Dr. Nancy Messonnier, Director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, as she addresses public concerns about the CDC's scientific integrity, coronavirus vaccine safety and speed of development, and the government's efforts for quick and equitable distribution. Moderated by National Geographic's Dr. Nsikan Akpan, the 49-minute discussion covers crucial topics such as the COVID-19 surge, vaccine efficacy, potential side effects, and the importance of vaccination. Explore the science behind how vaccines work, long-term safety data assessment, and the national communication plan. Gain insights into global vaccine competition, availability, rapid testing, and reflections on healthcare workers' experiences in 2020. The event, co-hosted by the Aspen Institute Science & Society Program and LeapsMag, concludes with a public Q&A session, offering a comprehensive overview of the current state of the pandemic response and vaccination efforts.

Introduction
Dr Nancy Messonnier
COVID19 Surge
How the vaccine does not change our human DNA
Any possible adverse effects from taking the vaccine
Should I take the vaccine at this point
Can I be with my children who have not yet had the vaccine
Whats the value in taking the vaccine
How does a vaccine prevent symptoms while allowing transmission
Are we losing out on longterm safety data
How to assess the data
Side effects
Protection
Tracking Vaccines
National Communication Plan
Global Competition
Efficacy
Availability
Rapid tests
Reflections on 2020
Healthcare Workers
What to expect from the CDC