Vaccines in the News
Vaccines in the News
How lessons from history could reduce the 'immunisation gap'
April 25, 2016
A rise in the number of outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases has highlighted the growing trend for parents not to have their child vaccinated. [+] more
High immunization rates vital to protecting all
April 25, 2016
Immunizations are a safe, easy and effective way to keep Colorado children and communities healthy. In fact, vaccination represents one of the most effective public health interventions of the last century. [+] more
Oklahoma Senate passes vaccination measure
April 22, 2016
The Oklahoma Senate has passed a measure that would require doctors to tell parents about the 'benefits and risks' of vaccines before inoculation. The bill would make health care providers give parents a copy of a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as information on the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. [+] more
Prince's health struggles through the years
April 22, 2016
As news reports swirl about the death of pop icon Prince, fans and media personalities alike have taken to social media to question the cause, which is being investigated by the Carver County Sheriff's Office... According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this year's flu season has been milder than previous years', but the flu vaccine is also thought to be more effective. [+] more
