More articles about: Immunizations
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Whooping cough cases are on the rise: 5 things to know
Cases of a bacterial lung infection known as whooping cough, or pertussis, have been on the rise, with more than double the number of cases compared to last year.
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COVID-19 hits older adults hardest; which ones want the updated vaccine?
Older adults face a higher risk of severe COVID-19, but an updated vaccine offers additional protection. A new poll shows which people over 50 are most likely to get it.
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Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention
Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention
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Sickle cell raises COVID risk, but vaccination lags
Vaccination against the coronavirus was much lower in adults and children with sickle cell disease despite a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
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New COVID-19 vaccine a good value for U.S., U-M team finds
A cost effectiveness analysis of the updated COVID-19 vaccine shows that it will save money in older adults and give good value for other adults.
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The Long-Term Care Data Cooperative: Your One Stop Shop for Nursing Home Data
In this episode, Donovan & Matt talk with health services researcher Betsy White from Brown University about a unique new resource for researchers called the Long-Term Data Cooperative, a provider-led data sharing collaboratory that puts together nursing home EHR data from EHR vendors that can be linked to Medicare claims. This powerful tool is made available to researchers through an online application process.
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Many older adults want RSV vaccine, poll shows
RSV vaccines are now available to older adults for the first time; a poll gauges awareness and interest among those over 60.
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10 things to know about the bivalent COVID booster for kids under 5
A pediatrician answers top questions about the updated coronavirus vaccine authorized for children ages six months to six years.
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Are parents seeking vaccine advice from their child’s primary care provider?
A recent national poll found that parents may not always turn to their child's doctor for advice on vaccinating their children.
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Study hints at why older people are more susceptible to the flu
Influenza is back in circulation, posing a special danger to older adults.
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Potential therapy derived from a banana protein works against SARS-CoV-2
What if COVID could be treated from a protein derived from a banana? This antiviral may not only be effective against SARS-CoV-2, but all known coronaviruses and the flu.
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Flu could come raging back
Vaccination is especially important for vulnerable groups,
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A boost just in time for Fall: Updated COVID shots are now available
A new paired booster offers more protection from the omicron variant.
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Should you worry about the polio virus?
A recent case in the U.S. sounds the alarm for more vaccination.
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COVID vaccine for kids under 5: What to know
 Pediatric infectious disease expert shares insights on vaccine development for babies and younger kids, advice for parents.
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