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Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Australia's largest recorded diphtheria outbreak is spreading through remote Indigenous communities

Diphtheria spread across Northern Territory communities, prompting urgent vaccination efforts amid limited vaccine supply, incomplete community information, and slow laboratory testing.
#measles
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

Why a deadly, massive measles outbreak in Bangladesh has some U.S. health experts concerned

Measles is spreading rapidly in Bangladesh, killing mostly children, while falling vaccination rates raise risks for other countries including the U.S.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Passenger on Boston-bound flight had measles, health officials say

A passenger with measles traveled through Logan Airport, prompting health officials to warn of potential exposure.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Measles returns to SF with first confirmed case since 2019

San Francisco confirmed its first measles case in seven years involving an unvaccinated infant who was exposed abroad.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

Why a deadly, massive measles outbreak in Bangladesh has some U.S. health experts concerned

Measles is spreading rapidly in Bangladesh, killing mostly children, while falling vaccination rates raise risks for other countries including the U.S.
Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Another California baby gets measles. How can kids be protected?

Measles cases in California raise concerns about infant protection as the disease spreads, emphasizing the importance of vaccination.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Somerville father, children isolate after measles exposure at Logan

A family in Somerville is isolating after potential measles exposure from a passenger on JetBlue Flight 470 from Florida to Boston.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Passenger on Boston-bound flight had measles, health officials say

A passenger with measles traveled through Logan Airport, prompting health officials to warn of potential exposure.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Measles returns to SF with first confirmed case since 2019

San Francisco confirmed its first measles case in seven years involving an unvaccinated infant who was exposed abroad.
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Public health
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Evidence still not strong enough to say shingles vaccine reduces risk of dementia, says Hiqa

Shingles vaccination is associated with fewer dementia cases, but current evidence cannot prove the vaccine itself reduces dementia risk.
#shingles
Public health
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Cost of Shingles jab at 500 leaves pensioners facing 'eating or heating choice'

Shingles hospitalisations and deaths disproportionately affect people aged 75+, and the vaccine is costly and privately available, prompting calls for free access for those over 65.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

Shingles is a painful reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, affecting about one-third of Americans, but a vaccine can prevent it.
Public health
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Cost of Shingles jab at 500 leaves pensioners facing 'eating or heating choice'

Shingles hospitalisations and deaths disproportionately affect people aged 75+, and the vaccine is costly and privately available, prompting calls for free access for those over 65.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

Shingles is a painful reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, affecting about one-third of Americans, but a vaccine can prevent it.
more#shingles
Coronavirus
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Backward Logic of Chickenpox Parties

Chickenpox parties were used to deliberately spread infection before vaccines, but vaccination has greatly reduced exposure and infection rates.
Medicine
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario pharmacists getting power to treat more conditions, administer more vaccines: health minister | CBC News

Ontario will expand pharmacists’ scope to include additional vaccinations and treatment of more common ailments to improve access and reduce pressure on primary care and emergency departments.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Parents in Wales urged to be vigilant' about hand-washing amid hepatitis A outbreak

A hepatitis A outbreak in Barry, Wales has affected multiple households, prompting health authorities to emphasize hand-washing vigilance among parents and carers to prevent further spread.
Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Pasadena school whooping cough outbreak infects 4

Pasadena is investigating a pertussis outbreak at Don Benito Fundamental School, with four confirmed cases and a call for vaccination.
#mpox
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Calif. officials concerned as weekly average mpox cases 'more than double'

Coronavirus
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

SF Resident Contracts New Strain of Mpox,' But Risk Still Low

First case of mpox Clade I reported in San Francisco, linked to an international traveler, with higher mortality rates than Clade II.
Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Calif. officials concerned as weekly average mpox cases 'more than double'

California health officials urge at-risk individuals to get the mpox vaccine as cases of clade II rise significantly.
Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California urges mpox vaccination after more-severe strain detected in San Francisco

California health officials urge high-risk residents to get vaccinated against mpox after a more severe strain, Clade I, was detected in San Francisco.
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#measles-outbreak
fromFortune
1 month ago
Public health

'Babies become sitting ducks': Babies too young for vaccines remain vulnerable in measles 'hotbed' communities | Fortune

Public health
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

South Carolina's measles outbreak is over. But more are brewing around the country

South Carolina ended the largest measles outbreak in the U.S. since 1991 after 42 days without new cases.
Public health
fromFortune
1 month ago

'Babies become sitting ducks': Babies too young for vaccines remain vulnerable in measles 'hotbed' communities | Fortune

Vaccination rates are declining, increasing vulnerability of infants to measles outbreaks, which require herd immunity for protection.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Bangladesh launches measles vaccination drive as child death toll passes 100

Bangladesh faces a severe measles outbreak, with over 100 child deaths and a vaccination drive initiated due to rising unvaccinated infants.
Coronavirus
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Measles outbreak erupts in one of U.S.'s largest ICE detention centers

A measles outbreak at an ICE detention facility in El Paso has infected at least 14 people, with vaccination being the primary prevention method offering 97% protection.
Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Bay Area health officials warn of measles exposure at Panda Express

A vaccinated measles patient exposed others at a Bay Area Panda Express on two consecutive days, prompting health officials to warn of potential transmission to unvaccinated, pregnant, or immunocompromised individuals.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Combative, Defensive and Occasionally Contrite, Kennedy Walks a Fine Line

He was combative, defensive and occasionally contrite. He vehemently denied, then halfheartedly apologized for suggesting in 2024 that Black children would benefit from being re-parented.
Coronavirus
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Every Vaccine Dose Matters

Vaccines require full courses and boosters for effective protection against serious diseases, including preventable causes of encephalitis.
#military-policy
Public health
fromDefector
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Adds New Weapon To American Warfighter Loadout: Influenza | Defector

The U.S. Department of Defense will no longer mandate flu vaccinations for military personnel, allowing individual choice regarding vaccination.
Public health
fromDefector
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Adds New Weapon To American Warfighter Loadout: Influenza | Defector

The U.S. Department of Defense will no longer mandate flu vaccinations for military personnel, allowing individual choice regarding vaccination.
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Public health
fromNature
1 month ago

'Staggering' number of people believe unproven claims about vaccines, raw milk and more

Over two-thirds of the public believe at least one false health claim, indicating a growing skepticism towards scientific evidence.
Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

San Francisco is getting ravaged by multiple viruses. Experts aren't sure why.

San Francisco is experiencing high rates of gastrointestinal and respiratory viruses, with changing vaccine recommendations potentially contributing to the surge.
#covid-19
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Mutated viral variant found in US for first time in SFO traveler

A new COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2, is emerging and may evade immunity from previous infections or vaccinations.
Coronavirus
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

New COVID subvariant 'Cicada' is on the rise. Here's what you need to know

A highly mutated COVID-19 strain, BA.3.2 or 'Cicada', is spreading in California, raising concerns about increased disease activity among vulnerable seniors.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report

The UK Covid vaccine rollout was a major success, saving over 475,000 lives, but challenges like vaccine hesitancy and support for harmed individuals remain.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Mutated viral variant found in US for first time in SFO traveler

A new COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2, is emerging and may evade immunity from previous infections or vaccinations.
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#cdc
Public health
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Texas Doctor Who Led Measles Response Joins CDC Under RFK Jr.

New appointments at the CDC aim to restore scientific integrity and public trust in health practices.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Is Losing His Grip on the CDC

Jay Bhattacharya emphasized the importance of measles vaccination for children and urged CDC staff to focus on their work without political interference.
Public health
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Texas Doctor Who Led Measles Response Joins CDC Under RFK Jr.

New appointments at the CDC aim to restore scientific integrity and public trust in health practices.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Is Losing His Grip on the CDC

Jay Bhattacharya emphasized the importance of measles vaccination for children and urged CDC staff to focus on their work without political interference.
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Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Chris Matthews Claims RFK Jr.'s Life of Drugs' Influences His Medical Beliefs: He's a Threat to Our Society'

Chris Matthews criticized RFK Jr.'s past drug use and its impact on his medical claims and societal influence regarding vaccinations.
Coronavirus
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Pregnant women who took RSV vaccine cut infant hospitalisations by over 80pc, study finds

Vaccination during pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of hospitalization for infants due to respiratory syncytial virus.
#meningitis-b
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth

Three young people in Weymouth have contracted Meningitis B, prompting health officials to offer antibiotics and vaccinations to local students.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth

Three young people in Weymouth have contracted Meningitis B, prompting health officials to offer antibiotics and vaccinations to local students.
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fromFuturism
1 month ago

DOGE Made Drastic Cuts to a Global Vaccine Assistance Program. Now There's a Deadly Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh

I am particularly worried about the immunisation programme. If there is a disruption, the success we have achieved in immunisation will be jeopardised.
Public health
#public-health
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The U.S. Just Updated Its Travel Advisory for This Outdoor Adventure Destination After Civil Unrest-What Travelers Should Know

The State Department re-classified the country of Nepal under its second-lowest Level 2 travel warning on March 31, recommending Americans going there 'exercise increased caution.'
Public health
Coronavirus
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Lesser-known virus that can cause fatal diarrhea raging in Northern California

A potentially fatal rotavirus outbreak is affecting young children in Northern California, leading to severe symptoms and hospitalizations.
#polio
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

We are so close to eradicating polio the UK cannot afford to let progress slip

Polio eradication is nearing completion, but requires global coordination and sustained vaccination efforts to prevent resurgence.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Polio virus detected in London days before ministers cut global eradication funding

Polio virus detected in London sewage again, highlighting risks amid funding cuts for global eradication efforts.
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Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Our daughter battled Meningitis B despite being vaccinated in 'very rare' case

Vaccination can significantly reduce the severity of infections, as experienced by Noa-Rose's family during her critical illness.
#meningitis-outbreak
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Thousands get meningitis vaccine as experts wait to see outbreak peak

Over 4,500 young people vaccinated in response to a meningitis outbreak in Kent, with two fatalities reported.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Thousands get meningitis vaccine as experts wait to see outbreak peak

Over 4,500 young people vaccinated in response to a meningitis outbreak in Kent, with two fatalities reported.
more#meningitis-outbreak
#meningitis
Coronavirus
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

U.K.'s deadly meningitis outbreak shows importance of vaccination

Health officials in the U.K. are combating a meningococcal meningitis outbreak with antibiotics and vaccinations, affecting thousands, especially students.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on meningitis in Kent: we must not take public health systems for granted | Editorial

Public health measures in Kent are effectively managing the meningitis outbreak, with vaccinations and antibiotics limiting its spread.
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France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Reader Question: Is it compulsory to vaccinate children in France?

France mandates vaccinations for children born after January 1, 2018, with strict school enrollment consequences for non-compliance.
Coronavirus
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Meningitis strain revealed after disease detected in three Kent schools: Latest

A rapidly progressing meningococcal outbreak in Kent resulted in multiple cases emerging within 24 hours, prompting immediate public notification and preventative antibiotic distribution to close contacts once additional cases were identified on Sunday.
#mpox-clade-i
NYC LGBT
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago

Severe mpox strain detected in NYC

A severe Clade I mpox strain was detected in NYC in a traveler, prompting health officials to urge vaccination for specific populations while maintaining that overall risk remains low.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

First known case of severe mpox virus strain detected in NYC

New York City detected its first case of mpox clade I, a more severe and transmissible strain, in a person with recent international travel, prompting health officials to recommend vaccination for at-risk populations.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

More serious mpox strain detected in NYC for first time

New York City confirmed its first clade I mpox case in a traveler from Europe; clade I causes more severe disease than clade II, and vaccination is recommended for at-risk populations.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
2 months ago

What to know about NYC's first case of severe mpox strain

New York City confirmed its first case of clade I mpox, a more severe strain than the 2022 outbreak strain, with no known local transmission currently.
NYC LGBT
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago

Severe mpox strain detected in NYC

A severe Clade I mpox strain was detected in NYC in a traveler, prompting health officials to urge vaccination for specific populations while maintaining that overall risk remains low.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

First known case of severe mpox virus strain detected in NYC

New York City detected its first case of mpox clade I, a more severe and transmissible strain, in a person with recent international travel, prompting health officials to recommend vaccination for at-risk populations.
Coronavirus
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

More serious mpox strain detected in NYC for first time

New York City confirmed its first clade I mpox case in a traveler from Europe; clade I causes more severe disease than clade II, and vaccination is recommended for at-risk populations.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
2 months ago

What to know about NYC's first case of severe mpox strain

New York City confirmed its first case of clade I mpox, a more severe strain than the 2022 outbreak strain, with no known local transmission currently.
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Public health
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Second mumps case reported at Berkeley High, exposure risk raised to moderate'

Berkeley High School confirmed a second mumps case, prompting health officials to elevate the exposure risk assessment from low to moderate and recommend vaccination verification for the school community.
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Dear Abby: I'm resentful that my family opposes the rules about my baby

Prioritize newborn safety by requiring visitors be up to date on recommended vaccines and enforce clear boundaries when family members refuse.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Keir Starmer hits out at Reform over past vaccine claims as measles cases surge

Keir Starmer denounces Reform UK for spreading conspiracy theories as measles surges, urging leaders to back science and protect children amid low vaccination rates.
Public health
fromPoynter
3 months ago

A viral claim about chickenpox vaccines is spreading. Here's what the evidence says. - Poynter

Widespread chickenpox vaccination has not been shown to cause increased shingles cases in the United States.
#influenza
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Public health
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This Stunning Tropical Island Just Received a Travel Alert-Here's What to Know

Travelers to the Seychelles should get vaccinated and take mosquito-bite precautions due to a chikungunya outbreak; pregnant women should reconsider travel.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

People with obesity 70% more likely to be hospitalised by or die from infection, study finds

Obesity raises the risk of hospitalization and death from infectious diseases by about 70%, linking to roughly one in ten infection-related deaths worldwide.
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