Vaccines
Daily News Podcast
Conservatism spreads in prostate cancer
And the tally of U.S. measles cases in 2019 exceeds 100.
Conference Coverage
Vaccination and antiviral treatment do not affect stroke risk following shingles
HONOLULU – Preventing shingles through vaccination might be the best method for preventing shingles-associated acute...
Commentary
ERRATUM
Applied Evidence
Take these steps to improve your flu season preparedness
The 6 strategies outlined here can help you reduce the risk of illness and limit its severity if contracted.
From the Journals
Measles outbreak sends vaccine demand soaring, even among the hesitant
Research has confirmed that vaccines don’t cause autism, a common reason cited by parents who reject vaccinations.
Practice Alert
CDC recommendations for the 2018-2019 influenza season
Vaccines will contain a new A (H3N2) component and B antigen. The live attenuated influenza vaccine returns as an option for those 2- to 49-years...
From the Journals
No increase in severe community-acquired pneumonia after PCV13
A slight uptick in pneumonia cases starting 4 years after PCV13 introduction did not involve a significant increase in severe pneumococcal cases...
Audio
Pertussis vaccination: We can do better
In this month’s audiocast, Dr. Campos-Outcalt notes that while we are doing a good job ensuring that certain populations are receiving their Dtap...
News
FDA approves 0.5-mL Fluzone Quadrivalent vaccine in young children
This flu vaccine now can be administered to children age 6-35 months.
Applied Evidence
When the answer to vaccines is “No”
This comprehensive review provides point-by-point, data-supported responses to 13 common vaccine misconceptions and concerns your patients may...
From the Journals
Study shows evidence of herd immunity with HPV vaccine
The HPV vaccine was associated with significant declines in HPV infection rates in vaccinated and unvaccinated women.