We recap last week's multiple RFK Jr testimonies, some potentially good news at the federal level, and state vaccine policy news.
Pediatric vaccination reduced flu-related hospitalization and outpatient visits by 60% in 2023–24.
Misalignment between new CDC recommendations and healthcare organizations creates vaccine implementation challenges for providers, a commentator says.
At 997 cases, the South Carolina outbreak was the largest the US has seen in 35 years.
Babies infected with the chikungunya virus during labor and delivery are at high risk of developing serious neurologic problems as newborns, according to a new study.
Seven in 10 people surveyed held at least one view that goes against medical science.
With measles becoming more common, experts recommend learning to recognize the symptoms and taking precautions to protect yourself and others.
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A new study highlights distinct features that can distinguish true infection from incidental pathogen carriage.
The outbreak marks the first H5N1 detection in marine mammals in California.
"It [vaccine shared decision-making directive] creates doubt if you now have to discuss it with your doctor."
How to avoid inappropriate dental antibiotics
Going to the dentist is unavoidable. But getting an antibiotic prescription from the dentist isn't. Part 3 of a 3-part series on potential harms from taking antibiotics for dental procedures.
