Arkansas PBS > Engage > Pressroom > AETN examines vaccinations in next 'Arkansans Ask' Nov. 17
Posted 10 Nov 2016
The Arkansas Educational Television Network will examine the importance of vaccinations in a new 'Arkansans Ask' airing Thursday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m.
With the upcoming flu season and the recent mumps outbreak, people are discussing which vaccinations are needed and searching for answers to questions regarding effectiveness, access and boosters.
A panel of experts discusses the facts and myths surrounding vaccinations in children and adults. Guests include: Gary Wheeler, M.D., MPS, chief medical officer at the Arkansas Department of Health and a pediatrician; and Dr. Chad Rodgers, M.D., FAAP, chief medical officer at the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care and a pediatrician. Steve Barnes will serve as host.
Viewers may submit questions and comments at 800-662-2386, paffairs@aetn.org or on Twitter with #ARAsk.
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