Meredith Foster - Immunisation in Liver Disease & Transplant - Kids Foundation Liver Conference 2026

Meredith focuses on how immunisations are a key part of protecting children with liver disease and those undergoing transplant. She explains the accelerated vaccine schedule used before transplant to build as much immunity as possible, including additional vaccines like hepatitis A, meningitis, and pneumococcal. She also outlines how vaccinations are carefully managed after transplant, with timing adjusted due to immunosuppression and an emphasis on avoiding live vaccines until it’s safe. Overall, she highlights the importance of vaccines, herd immunity, and family involvement in reducing risk and keeping patients protected.