Updated Recommendations on the Use of Anthrax Vaccine in the United States
The CDC’s Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices updated recommendations regarding the use of anthrax vaccine in the US.
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Mandatory Vaccination Ups Prevalence of Vaccine Coverage
Measles, pertussis vaccination increased in European countries with mandatory vaccination.
Accelerated Dengue/Yellow Fever Vaccine Schedule Noninferior to Conventional Schedule
Study data demonstrates an early benefit to receiving Japanese Encephalitis vaccination prior to CYD-TDV in terms of higher overall anti-dengue virus neutralizing titers, although this benefit appears to wane after several months.
M72/AS01 Tuberculosis Vaccine Remains Efficacious After 3 years
The M72/AS01 vaccine shows efficacy against pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) at 3 years in patients with Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
Prenatal, Early-Life Air Pollutant Exposure Tied to Later Allergies
Exposures to candles, cats, environmental tobacco smoke at certain timepoints tied to allergies at 2 years.
Few MMR-Vaccine Eligible Children Receive Vaccine Before Travel
41.3 percent of MMR vaccination-eligible pediatric travelers received MMR vaccine at pretravel consultation.
Annual Reported Measles Incidence Dropped From 2000 to 2018
Measles vaccination averted an estimated 23.2 million deaths during 2000 to 2018.
Asthma Exacerbations May Worsen Pregnancy Outcomes
Risk elevated for complications, adverse perinatal outcomes, early childhood respiratory disorders.
CDC: PCV13 No Longer Routinely Recommended for Adults ≥65
The 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is no longer recommended for routine use among adults aged ≥65 years.
Pneumococcal Vaccine in Older Adults: A Primary Care Approach to Increasing Uptake
Because of low vaccination rates, approximately 5.6 million cases of community-acquired pneumonia occur in the United States annually.
Too Few Women Receive Influenza and Tdap Vaccines During Pregnancy, CDC Says
Only 1 in 3 mothers-to-be receive both influenza and Tdap vaccines, according to a CDC report.
Studies Confirm Safety of 9-Valent HPV Vaccination
Studies based on searching Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, 6 Vaccine Safety Datalink sites.
Common TB Vaccine Associated With Lower Lung Cancer Rates
In 60-year follow-up, significantly lower lung cancer rates seen for those with childhood BCG vaccination.
Diet Diversity in Pregnancy Lowers Risk of Offspring Eczema and Allergy
A diverse maternal diet during pregnancy, especially among mothers who have a history of allergic disease, is associated with lower rates of eczema and/or food allergies in infant offspring.
First Ebola Vaccine Approved by European Commission
Vaccine being used in ‘compassionate use’ capacity in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
AHA: About 1 in 3 With ASCVD Not Receiving Flu Shot
Vaccine coverage significantly lower among non-Hispanic blacks, those with lower education, income.
Relationship Between Vaccination and Neurologic Diseases Multifaceted
Researchers highlighted the need for rapid investigations of vaccine safety concerns to use robust epidemiologic methods to maintain public and professional confidence in vaccination programs.
Religious Exemption Rate for Vaccination Up in 2017 to 2018
Number of religious exemptions increased after personal belief exemption eliminated in Vermont.
CHEST: Flu Shots Benefit Patients Hospitalized With Pneumonia
Study shows that in-hospital influenza vaccination may lower costs, risk for readmission or death.
How Does the Rising Cost of EpiPen Affect Patients and Providers?
Researchers sough to assess whether the cost of the EpiPen affected patient emergency department visits and length of hospital stay before and after the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
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