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February 02, 2012:
Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Though three vaccines showed increases in coverage rates, coverage remains low for essential ones
February 01, 2012:
Pediatricians' Group Recommends HPV Vaccine for Boys
Immunization schedules for meningitis, flu also updated
January 27, 2012:
Tropical Trip OK for Most With Crohn's, Colitis
Symptom-free patients have no greater risk for gastro infections than general public, study finds
January 26, 2012:
Study Finds No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorders
No risk seen among nearly 190,000 Gardasil recipients in company-funded review
January 25, 2012:
Women Can Take Steps to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Regular Pap tests, HPV vaccine go a long way in warding off the disease, experts say
January 24, 2012:
Common Household Chemicals Might Harm Kids' Immunity
Study found lower response to vaccines in those with higher levels of PFCs in their blood
January 18, 2012:
Vaccine Against Bacterial Meningitis Shows Promise
Disease caused by the B strain can be deadly
January 18, 2012:
Flu Season Off to Slow Start, So Far
Relatively few cases reported, experts say, but that doesn't mean a surge can't happen
January 13, 2012:
Recent Rotavirus Vaccines Safe, Study Says
Gastrointestinal complications not associated with updated formulations
January 05, 2012:
Flu Prevention Critical for Those With Neurologic Conditions, CDC Says
Outbreak at Ohio residential facility resulted in 7 deaths last winter, report says
January 05, 2012:
Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC
Researchers want small correctional facilities included in vaccine program
January 05, 2012:
Many Teen Girls Mistakenly Think HPV Vaccines Cut Risk for All STDs
Doctors should stress limits of protection to patients, researcher says
January 04, 2012:
Potential Herpes Vaccine Disappoints Researchers
Only partially effective against one type of virus, ineffective against second type, study found
January 03, 2012:
Pneumonia Vaccine Approved for Older People
Prevnar 13 shot sanctioned for people 50 and up
December 09, 2011:
Americans Encouraged to Get Flu Vaccine
Too few take advantage of easily available protection against influenza in U.S., experts say
December 07, 2011:
Vaccine Might One Day Prevent 'Cruise Ship' Stomach Bug
Experimental vaccine reduced effects of norovirus in small study
December 05, 2011:
Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now
Vaccine supplies are still ample, but could start to run short, CDC says
November 30, 2011:
Infant Vaccines May Work Better If Given in Afternoon
Babies slept more soundly when they had their shots after 1:30 p.m., researchers say
November 28, 2011:
Doctors in a Bind When Parents Want to Delay, Skip Vaccines
Study finds most pediatricians may consider 'alternative schedules,' but within limits
November 14, 2011:
More Teens Getting Vaccines Against HPV, Other Infections: CDC
Still a long way from full coverage, experts note
November 11, 2011:
Vaccine Cut Bacterial Strain Linked to Meningitis, Pneumonia
However, other types of bacteria continue to cause disease
November 11, 2011:
Flu Hits 90 Million Children Under 5 Each Year
Global tally also includes 20 million kids with flu who develop potentially deadly pneumonia
November 09, 2011:
More Evidence That HPV Vaccine Shields Against Cervical Cancer
Coverage against precancerous lesion called 'excellent' in large, multinational study
November 08, 2011:
Vaccine to Treat Breast, Ovarian Cancers Shows Promise
Patients with less advanced disease might benefit even more, small study suggests
November 07, 2011:
Vitamin D, Interferon Alpha Vaccine Show Promise Against Lupus
Experimental treatments altered immune response in small, preliminary studies
October 31, 2011:
Many Parents Skipping Kids' Shots, Putting Other Kids at Risk
In California study, 1 in 5 children at some schools intentionally unvaccinated, raising concerns
October 30, 2011:
Prevention Is Key for Fall Asthma Flare-Ups in Kids
The best way to avoid asthma attacks is to avoid the triggers that cause them, experts say
October 26, 2011:
HPV Vaccine Might Help Prevent Anal Cancers: Study
Research in gay and bisexual men suggests it reduces infections, lesions
October 26, 2011:
Flu Vaccine Isn't Foolproof
Analysis found it only protected healthy adults 60 percent of the time
October 25, 2011:
Obesity May Hinder Flu Shot's Effectiveness
Study found antibody levels dropped more over time among those who weighed more
October 24, 2011:
Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise for Lung Cancer: Study
Combined with chemo, the shot appears to slow progression of non-small cell form of disease
October 20, 2011:
Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns
New research also suggests that the vaccine does not increase miscarriage risk
October 20, 2011:
Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study
Vaccination and quick public health response are limiting these outbreaks, experts say
October 18, 2011:
Promising Malaria Vaccine May Save Children's Lives
Phase 3 study finds it's not perfect, but could still prevent tens of millions of cases a year
October 18, 2011:
Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say
Also in updated guidelines from pediatricians' group: don't use crib 'bumper pads'
October 14, 2011:
Get Your Flu Shot Now, CDC Urges
Levels of infection are low at the moment, but that's expected to change, experts say
October 05, 2011:
Nursing Homes Not Meeting Flu-Shot Goals, Study Says
Black residents less likely than whites to get vaccination
October 03, 2011:
Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines
More than one in 10 opt to skip doses or delay shots, study found
September 28, 2011:
Health Tip: Who Needs a Whooping Cough Vaccine?
Here are some guidelines
September 26, 2011:
Experts Revise Guidelines for Whooping Cough Vaccination
Recent re-emergence of the illness is behind changes to Tdap shot
September 21, 2011:
Vaccine for Childhood Diarrhea Helps Kids, Saves Dollars
Rotavirus inoculation kept thousands of kids out of the hospital, saved millions in costs, study found
September 21, 2011:
CDC Urges Americans: Get Your Flu Shot
Supplies are plentiful and the vaccine is a good match for circulating strains, officials say
September 19, 2011:
U.S. Flu Shot Policy Shields More Kids Than Canada's Program, Study Finds
Fewer preschoolers getting flu after U.S. government called for vaccination of 2 to 4-year-olds
September 16, 2011:
Vaccinations Aren't Just for Kids
Adults need protection from array of diseases beyond the flu, experts say
September 16, 2011:
Fear Proves Prime Motivator for Vaccinations
Former health official says H1N1 scare shows what pushes people to get needed shots
September 15, 2011:
Flu Killed 115 Children Last Season: CDC
Many of the deaths could have been prevented with vaccinations, agency says
September 14, 2011:
Health Experts Say HPV Vaccine Is Safe
Benefits outweigh risks of getting sexually transmitted virus that causes cervical cancer, doctors say after presidential debate
September 08, 2011:
Two Doses of HPV Vaccine May Work as Well as Three
U.S. government researchers find fewer shots offer just as much protection against cervical cancer.
September 06, 2011:
More U.S. 'Tweens' Getting Recommended Vaccines
But health experts say there's still room for improvement among 11- and 12-year-olds
September 02, 2011:
Two U.S. Children Contract New Strain of Swine Flu
But general public should not be concerned, CDC says
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