Vaccines
From the Journals
ACS disagrees with CDC on HPV vaccination in adults
The ACS did not endorse the CDC recommendation for shared clinical decision-making regarding HPV vaccination in adults aged 27-45.
Opinion
Are you SARS-CoV-2 vaccine hesitant?
How do you feel about the potential SARS-CoV-2 vaccine? Are you going to roll up your sleeve as soon as the vaccine becomes available in your...
News
Parental refusal of neonatal therapy a growing problem
Many parents who refuse preventive neonatal medications do not fully grasp what risks they are accepting by avoiding a recommended medication.
Latest News
Oxford coronavirus vaccine ‘triggers immune response’
The candidate vaccine provoked an antibody response within 28 days.
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COVID vaccine tested in people shows early promise
The vaccine is among hundreds being tested worldwide to try to halt the pandemic.
Practice Alert
Taking steps to slow the upswing in oral and pharyngeal cancers
The CDC estimates that 70% of these cancers are caused by HPV. And yet, in 2018, only about two-thirds of adolescents had received 1 or more doses...
From the Journals
About one-third of older Americans receive shingles vaccine
“People over age 50 who have had chickenpox have a one third chance over...
Conference Coverage
Influenza vaccine efficacy called undiminished in MS
Meta-analysis results are consistent with latest AAN immunization guideline.
Conference Coverage
Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trials launching in July, expert says
“The good news is that the new coronavirus is relatively stable,” Dr. Paul A. Offit said.
Conference Coverage
ACIP plans priority groups in advance of COVID-19 vaccine
Tiered approach to COVID-19 vaccination builds on pandemic flu framework.
Conference Coverage
Encourage parents to follow pediatric plans for vaccination
The CDC offers resources and guidance to providers to encourage well child visits and routine vaccinations.