Few MMR-Vaccine Eligible Children Receive Vaccine Before Travel
41.3 percent of MMR vaccination-eligible pediatric travelers received MMR vaccine at pretravel consultation.
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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.
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