Grace Lee
Associate chief medical officer for practice innovation and pediatric infectious diseases physician at Stanford Children’s Health, and former chair/member of the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices with expertise in vaccine policy and pediatric infectious diseases.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 35min
Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: The real reason polio is so dangerous | Dan Kwartler
This episode features Dr. Grace Lee, a pediatric infectious disease physician and former chair of the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. She dives into the dangerous resurgence of polio, explaining its severe health risks and the vital role of vaccinations. Grace discusses the history of polio, the challenges in eradication, and the evolution of vaccine strategies. She emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and clear communication in combating public health myths and fostering community trust in vaccines.
Jan 12, 2026 • 55min
RFK's Vaccine and Dietary Directives and the Future of Public Health
Grace Lee, a pediatric infectious diseases physician at Stanford, and Maria Godoy, NPR's health correspondent, dive into the seismic shifts in U.S. public health policy under RFK Jr. Lee reveals the downgrading of key childhood vaccines and explores the implications for pediatric care. Godoy highlights how these changes might increase parental confusion and influence insurance coverage. They also discuss new dietary guidelines promoting fats and meat, drawing mixed reactions from health professionals, while addressing public trust and vaccine skepticism.
