Sarah S. Long

Dr. Sarah S. Long is a Professor of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine, specializing in infectious diseases and vaccine research. She serves on the CDC’s advisory committee and is affiliated with St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, where faculty are non-compensated teaching members.

• Academic Affiliation: Drexel University College of Medicine
• Primary Department: Pediatrics
• Key Expertise: RSV vaccines, maternal immunization, pediatric infectious diseases

Her research focuses on vaccinology and pediatric infectious disease prevention, with particular emphasis on RSV vaccine development, maternal immunization protocols, and public health strategies for pediatric populations. She has contributed to pivotal CDC recommendations on RSV and updated COVID-19 vaccines.

Recent media coverage highlights her role in shaping immunization policies and evaluating RSV vaccine access challenges. Articles emphasize infant botulism epidemiology, maternal vaccine uptake, and senior RSV vaccination hesitancy.

Scientific Recognition: The 2024 Red Book, a key pediatric infectious disease reference, was dedicated to her contributions.

Dr. Long actively bridges clinical practice, policy advising, and public education, with frequent citations in NBC News, NPR, and The New York Times regarding vaccine recommendations and healthcare safety.