Discussion; Identifying & Associating With Professional Coalitions

Involvement in interdisciplinary professional coalition/organizations allows the healthcare professional to stay current in their field or specialty, gain an understanding and navigate socio-political environments, as well as contribute their ideas to their healthcare specialty.

• • Research your state’s exemptions and differences within your state regarding laws requiring vaccinations for school-age children.
• o Find the professional coalition/organization that supports the use of vaccines for school-age children.
• o As a group, discuss the pros and cons of the above scenario and your stance of this controversial public health risk.