We’re Worried About This Flu Season: Here’s Why
The highest hospitalization rates have been in children and older adults, specifically among people 65 years and older and children 0-4 years old. Flu hospitalizations are the highest reported at …
Vaccinations are ‘Our Best Shot’ at Staying Healthy
Vaccines play an important role in protecting your health and the health of your family and community. They are one of our best defenses against many infectious diseases and have …
United state pulls assistance from international vaccines group. What to understand – National
U.S. Health And Wellness Assistant Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the nation is drawing its assistance from the injections partnership Gavi, stating the organization has “disregarded the science” and “shed …
World Hepatitis Day: A Story of Five Tiny Invaders, One Vital Organ, and the Power of Modern Medicine
The liver sits quietly under the ribs, filtering blood, storing energy, and fighting germs. Yet viruses no bigger than a speck of dust can inflame this organ and, over time, …
Measles Outbreak in Ohio Shows Importance of Routine Immunizations
A measles outbreak in central Ohio has sickened 81 kids so far this year, and 29 children have been hospitalized, according to the Columbus Public Health department. Many of these …
New Animated Film Helps Older Adults Choose the Right Flu Shot
It’s flu season, and right now is the most important time for older adults to protect themselves. The Alliance has released a new educational film, Flu and You: Getting the …
‘Breach of trust’: Critics slam Ottawa’s vaccine injury program ‘failure’ – National
A federal government program designed during the pandemic to compensate people who have been seriously and permanently injured by vaccines is “failing” and a “breach of trust,” say opposition parties. …
Vaccines Can Limit Antimicrobial Resistance – THE VACCINE MOM
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing threat to public health. It decreases the effectiveness of treating bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. AMR happens when microbes change over time and stop …
Timing Your Influenza Shot: The Science Behind When to Obtain Immunized
You’ve most likely seen those intense pharmacy indications advertising flu shots as very early as July or August, biding you to obtain vaccinated while summer is still in full swing. …
What is RSV? – Shot of Prevention
Editor’s Note: post last updated August 3, 2023. You probably know someone who has gotten sick with RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) given the number of cases in the U.S. this …