Three 20 minute plenary presentations from experts in the field. 

Dr. Grace Chua - Are vaccinations as effective as ASA and beta blockers post MI? Adult Vaccinations for High-Risk Populations

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the evidence linking adult vaccination to reduced cardiovascular events following myocardial infarction.
• Compare the relative risk reduction of vaccination with established secondary prevention therapies (e.g., ASA, beta blockers).
• Identify high-risk populations who may derive the greatest cardiovascular benefit from vaccination. 
• Integrate vaccination strategies into comprehensive post-MI secondary prevention care.

Dr. Tavis Campbell and Sydney Seidel (PhD candidate) - From reluctance to action: partnering with patients to
support vaccine decision making

Learning Objectives: 

• Appreciate common barriers and facilitators to vaccination and their impact on clinical practice 
• Explore patient decision-making surrounding vaccination
• Learn to apply principles of time-limited, effective communication and theory to support patient vaccine decision making

Dr. Paul Roumeliotis - New data on vaccination to prevent stroke and dementia

Learning Objectives

• Summarize emerging evidence on the role of vaccination in reducing the risk of stroke and cognitive decline.
• Identify patient populations where vaccination may offer additional brain health protection.
• Apply current evidence to patient counselling and preventive care discussions.