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Late ED Doc's Secret Life; Flesh-Eating Bacteria in Florida; COVID Vaccine Lawsuit

Health news and commentary gathered by 51˶ staff

Oct 21, 2024
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
RSV Vaccine Tied to Fewer Hospitalizations, ED Visits in Older, High-Risk Adults

However, questions remain about durability of vaccine protection, expert says

Oct 20, 2024
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How Does This Year's Flu Shot Stack Up?

Effectiveness appears to be on a downward trend, CDC data suggest

Oct 18, 2024
 A photo of the vial and packaging of influenza vaccine (Fluzone) 2024-2025 formula.
Organ Donor Comes Back to Life; New Flu Shot Is Different; Doc Sued for Trans Care

Health news and commentary gathered by 51˶ staff

Oct 18, 2024
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Study Offers Clues for Avoiding RMD Flares After COVID Vaccination

European registry analysis brings surprises along with the expected

Oct 17, 2024
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Doc Who Blamed COVID Vax for Patient's Death Could Face Discipline

Medical Board of California also says physician told high-risk patient to avoid boosters

Oct 11, 2024
 A photo of a box of hydroxychloroquine tablets in a rubber-gloved hand over an out of focus COVID virus.
Opinion
Marburg Virus' Latest Eruption

A veteran fighter against hemorrhagic fevers shares candid thoughts

Oct 10, 2024
 A computer rendering of a marburg virus particle.
Trump Leads, and His Party Follows, on Vaccine Skepticism

A number of Republican voters now identify as vaccine skeptics

Oct 06, 2024
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U.S. School-Entry Vaccination Rates Fall as Exemptions Keep Rising

The rates help explain worrisome creep in cases of vaccine-preventable diseases, says one expert

Oct 03, 2024
 A photo of a vial of MMR vaccine sitting on a countertop at a pediatrics clinic in Greenbrae, California.
CDC: Kids Born During the Pandemic Got Fewer Routine Vaccinations

Declines in vaccination may lead to resurgence of preventable diseases, agency warns

Sep 27, 2024
A photo of nurses vaccinating an infant.
Opinion
Vaccine Hesitancy Is on the Rise. So Is Whooping Cough.

Clear and respectful communication is key to preventing outbreaks like this

Sep 27, 2024
A computer rendering of a pertussis infection.
CDC Alerts on Mpox Prevention for Patients Heading to Areas With Clade I Outbreaks

Clinicians should urge vaccination, provide patient education to at-risk travelers

Sep 23, 2024
A photo of families at a UNICEF mpox treatment center in Bakavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Opinion
Mpox: Lessons From 2022 for Future Preparedness

We must be ready for possible systemic complications

Sep 23, 2024
 A computer rendering of mpox viruses.
Florida's New COVID Booster Guidance Is Straight-Up Misinformation, Experts Say

State's health department advising against most shots

Sep 23, 2024
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