The CDC recommends that toddlers receive the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine as a standalone immunization.
Plaque growth can lead to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and other life-threatening cardiovascular events for as long as 1 year.
Post-exertional malaise, or exercise intolerance, was seen in 36% of those with long COVID.
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In other developments, another Senate committee tomorrow will air more vaccine debate at a hearing.
An updated COVID-19 booster is approved by the FDA, but it is authorized for use only in people 65 and older and younger people at higher risk for severe COVID-19.
Test positivity is down slightly, but emergency department visits for COVID are elevated in children.
Receipt of 1 vaccine dose, greater financial stress, and being a Democrat were significantly related to stronger intentions to receive a dose in the next year.
Consistent caregiving routines, household stability, and positive parental coping strategies may buffer some children from behavioral challenges during crises, the authors say.
During the 3-hour meeting, Kennedy continued to say the CDC failed to protect Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Massachusetts will allow pharmacists to provide updated COVID-19 vaccines to residents without a doctor's prescription.
Azelastine used as a preventive measure reduced COVID-19 infections 69%.
It is unclear at this time if the alliance will distribute COVID-19 vaccines.
Spray recipients who were younger than 65 years, women, and vaccinated were at the lowest risk for infection.
