Older adults bear a disproportionate burden of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and shingles-related complications. This presentation highlights gaps in awareness, access, and uptake of adult vaccines, and reviews current recommendations for RSV and shingles prevention.

Speaker: Dr. Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir (JAM) is an Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy at UC San Diego whose research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, stewardship, and health disparities in infectious diseases. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed articles and has received numerous national and international honors, including awards from IDSA, ACCP, SIDP, ESCMID, and the U.S. Public Health Service. She currently serves as an editor for Clinical Microbiology Reviews and is an active member of ACCP, ASM, IDSA, and SHEA.

When: Wednesday, August 26th, 2026 | Presentation: 10-11 AM, Film screening begins: 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022), PG 115 minutes

Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required. Parking in our lot is limited. Additional parking is available across the street in the Brier Patch Campus lot. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes early to get settled and parked, as these are our most popular programs.