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.
First Ebola Vaccine Receives FDA Approval
The FDA has approved Ervebo (Ebola Zaire vaccine, live) for the prevention of disease caused by Zaire ebolavirus in individuals ≥18 years of age.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CDC: Coverage 94.7% for 2 Doses of MMR in 2018 to 2019
2.8 percent of kindergartners were not up to date with MMR vaccination and did not have exemption.
CDC: Vaccination Coverage Generally High for Those Born in 2015-16
Uninsured children, those insured by Medicaid had lower coverage than those with private insurance.
CDC: Seasonal Influenza Viruses Circulating in Southern Hemisphere
Influenza A(H3) predominating in many regions in Southern Hemisphere; influenza activity low in US.
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