Browsing by Author "Noe, Megan H."

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    Vaccine considerations for adult dermatology patients on immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory therapies: a clinical review
    (University of California, 2021-09-09) Tan, Alice J.; Streicher, Jenna L.; Merola, Joseph F.; Noe, Megan H.; Dermatology, School of Medicine
    Adults with chronic inflammatory skin disease are at increased risk of vaccine-preventable illnesses and infections, likely because of the underlying disease itself and also their treatment with immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory medications. Despite the association between these agents and increased susceptibility to infection, vaccination rates in dermatology patients remain low. Although preventative care such as vaccinations is typically managed by primary care providers, dermatologists serve a critical role in spreading awareness of the specific risks of immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory agents and promoting understanding of individualized vaccine recommendations. In this review, we provide evidence-based information on vaccine recommendations for adult dermatology patients, specific to age and medication use.
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    Vaccines: Considerations for pediatric dermatology patients on immunosuppressive agents
    (Wiley, 2021) Munshi, Mumtaz A.; Noe, Megan H.; Chiu, Yvonne E.; Streicher, Jenna L.; Dermatology, School of Medicine
    Pediatric dermatologists should be aware of immunization schedules and special recommendations for patients on immunosuppressive agents due to the increased risk of vaccine-preventable infections. Prior to initiating immunosuppressive therapy, pediatric dermatologists should review a vaccine history and administer any necessary age-appropriate or catch-up vaccines. Live vaccines are typically contraindicated while on immunosuppressive therapy, while inactivated vaccines are generally safe to administer.