Measles and Diphtheria - Why Vaccine Prevention Still Matters S2E21 Episode 56

In this second episode of our three-part vaccine series, Drs. Sylvia Bank and Vivian Carlin sit down with Dr. Scott Krugman, Johns Hopkins-trained pediatrician and Dean at George Washington University School of Medicine, to discuss the history, impact, and life-saving importance of vaccines.

Dr. Krugman shares his expertise on vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles and diphtheria, highlighting the real risks children face without immunization. From the devastating complications of measles, like hospitalization and subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), to the heroic story of Balto and the race to deliver diphtheria antitoxin in Alaska, this episode underscores why vaccines have been called one of the greatest public health achievements in history.

Resources:

Measles: A Dangerous Illness by Roald Dahl https://www.roalddahlfans.com/dahls-work/essays-and-articles/measles-a-dangerous-illness/

Balto. Directed by Simon Wells, Universal Pictures, 1995.

Kimmel, Elizabeth Cody. Balto and the Great Race. Random House, 2002.

Dr Scott Krugman’s Diphtheria Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BzXua96VW/

Dr Scott Krugman’s Measles Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17pGkH6foZ/

VAERS - Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System https://vaers.hhs.gov/

VSD - Vaccine Safety Data Link https://www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safety-systems/vsd/index.html

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Dr Scott Krugman, MD

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Vaccines 101:A Pediatrician’s Guide to Immunization Basics S2E20 Episode 55

Vaccines are one of the most talked-about—and misunderstood—topics in parenting today. We tackle vaccines head-on, not just as pediatricians, but as moms who have made these decisions for their own families.

Drawing from decades of clinical experience and personal stories, Sylvia and Vivian discuss why vaccines have been one of the most transformative advances in pediatrics, how vaccine safety is monitored, and how misinformation has shaped public perception over the last few decades.

This is an open, honest, and evidence-based conversation designed to help parents understand the why behind vaccines—so they can feel informed and confident in their decisions.

Resources:

VAERS - Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System https://vaers.hhs.gov/

VSD - Vaccine Safety Data Link https://www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safety-systems/vsd/index.html

HHS Autism Announcement Fact Sheet https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/autism-announcement-fact-sheet.html

Vaccines Don't Cause Autism. Why Do Some People Think They Do? How a retracted study from the 1990s undermined trust in vaccines and led to a persistent myth.

https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/the-evidence-on-vaccines-and-autism

Murch SH, Anthony A, Casson DH, Malik M, Berelowitz M, Dhillon AP, Thomson MA, Valentine A, Davies SE, Walker-Smith JA Retraction of an interpretation Lancet. 2004;363(9411):750.

Madsen KM, Hviid A, Vestergaard M, Schendel D, Wohlfahrt J, Thorsen P, Olsen J, Melbye M A population-based study of measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination and autism N Engl J Med. 2002;347(19):1477

Hviid A, Hansen JV, Frisch M, Melbye M Measles, Mumps, Rubella Vaccination and Autism: A Nationwide Cohort Study Ann Intern Med. 2019;170(8):513. Epub 2019 Mar 5. Fombonne E, Zakarian R, Bennett A, Meng L, McLean-Heywood D Pervasive developmental disorders in Montreal, Quebec, Canada: prevalence and links with immunizations Pediatrics. 2006;118(1):e139.

DeStefano F, Bhasin TK, Thompson WW, Yeargin-Allsopp M, Boyle C Age at first measles-mumps-rubella vaccination in children with autism and school-matched control subjects: a population-based study in metropolitan Atlanta Pediatrics. 2004;113(2):259.

Iqbal S, Barile JP, Thompson WW, DeStefano F Number of antigens in early childhood vaccines and neuropsychological outcomes at age 7-10 years Pharmacoepidemiol Drug Saf. 2013;22(12):1263.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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Why Your Teen Pushes Your Buttons- The Parent-Child Mismatch in the Teenage Years S2E19 Episode 54

Conflict with teenagers is common—but sometimes it’s not about behavior at all.

In this episode of 10 Kids, 2 Docs, pediatrician moms Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin explore the parent-child mismatch during adolescence. Through personal stories and professional insight, they discuss how personality differences, communication styles, and unmet expectations can create tension between parents and teens.

They share how recognizing a mismatch, stepping back when needed, and working as a parenting team can help preserve connection and protect long-term relationships—especially during the emotionally intense teenage years.

A reassuring and practical conversation for any parent navigating conflict with their teen.

Resources: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

by Susan Cain

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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From Zero to Chaos: Dads Talk Parenting Under Pressure

In this bonus episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, the husbands take the mic. Joseph Bank and Eric Carlin join pediatrician moms Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin for part two of the Husband Takeover, sharing their most stressful and formative moments in parenting.

From the shock of going from zero to one child, to the chaos of suddenly jumping from four kids to six through foster-to-adopt, these dads reflect honestly on pressure, exhaustion, teamwork, and problem-solving at home. The conversation explores how couples can navigate high-stress seasons of parenting without turning against each other—using intentional communication, shared problem-solving, and sometimes just letting a partner vent.

This episode is a candid, relatable look at parenting under pressure, teamwork in marriage, and why no one really knows what they’re doing until they’re in it together.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Joseph Bank and Erik Carlin

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The husbands are taking over the mic 🎙️

In this BONUS Husband Takeover episode, the dads step in to share their honest perspective on parenting, co-parenting, and what it’s really like being married to pediatrician moms.

From navigating medical advice at home to balancing work, family life, and modern fatherhood, this episode is full of real talk, laughs, and relatable moments. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at parenting as a team — from the dad’s point of view.

Whether you’re a mom, dad, or caregiver, this conversation is a reminder that raising kids works best when everyone has a voice.

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You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Understanding the Mismatch with Your Child S2E16 Episode 51

We discuss the parent child mismatch and how that can lead to clashing, butting heads, and worry about your toddler and young elementary school child.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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Strep Throat Again?! Breaking Down the Causes of Repeat Infections S2E15 Episode 50

Why does my child keep getting strep throat? Listen as our hosts describe the dreaded infection of Strep Throat. We talk about what it is and how it is treated. We also delve into the child that has recurrent strep throat and the possibility of being a strep throat carrier.

Resources:

Group A Streptococcal Infections https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/infections/Pages/group-a-streptococcal-infections.aspx

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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Inside Autism: Clinical Therapies & Treatment Options Explained S2E14 Episode 49

We welcome back our special guest Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr. Julia Jackson, MD. Listen as she discusses the therapies and treatments of Autism including her perspective on Leucovorin and nutraceuticals.

Resources:

https://www.hcpediatricpsychiatry.com/

CANMAT - Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments https://www.canmat.org/

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Julia Jackson, MD

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