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Vaccine hesitancy is undermining back-to-school shots for some children

Tue, 2024-08-27 10:30 — mike kraft

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WHO launches plan to staunch stanch mpox transmission, mainly in Africa

Mon, 2024-08-26 16:36 — mike kraft

WHO launches plan to stanch mpox transmission and says the virus can be stopped The U.N. health agency has launched a six-month plan to help stanch outbreaks of mpox transmission. It includes ramping up staffing in affected countries and boosting surveillance, prevention and response strategies. AP News

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WHO Direcor Tedros Promises Mpox Vaccine Approval Decision ‘Within Weeks"

Mon, 2024-08-26 14:01 — mike kraft

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Deadly mosquito virus in Massachusetts towns prompts high alert

Mon, 2024-08-26 11:56 — mike kraft

Deadly mosquito virus puts Massachusetts towns on high alert State officials are warning residents of Massachusetts towns to take precautions due to a heightened risk of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus that can be carried by infected mosquitos. S… lsforza The Hill

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Opinion: Factors in deciding when to get the new COVID vaccine

Mon, 2024-08-26 11:49 — mike kraft

The New Covid Vaccine Is Out. Why You Might Not Want To Rush To Get It. - KFF Health News

The New Covid Vaccine Is Out. Why You Might Not Want To Rush To Get It. - KFF Health News Although public health officials recommend the newly approved covid vaccine for everyone 6 months and older, it may make more sense to wait until closer to the holiday season. khnkytjaw KFF Health News

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Health experts warn against COVID complacency in schools amid surge

Mon, 2024-08-26 10:11 — mike kraft

Health experts warn against COVID complacency in schools amid surge Health experts are urging school staff and families to take active steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 amid rising infections as school districts stick to their previous plans to combat the vi… aneklason The Hill

Health experts are urging school staff and families to take active steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 amid rising infections as school districts stick to their previous plans to combat the virus similarly to how they would the flu or strep throat.

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MPOX: Germany to donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to combat outbreak; why vaccines are just arriving

Mon, 2024-08-26 10:03 — mike kraft

Germany to donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to combat outbreak in Africa Germany will donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses from its military stocks to help contain the outbreak on the African continent in the short term as well as provide help to the affected countries, said a government spokesperson on Monday. Reuters Reuters

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Ebola: Merck's Ebola vaccine Ervebo shown to offer substantial protection--study

Fri, 2024-08-23 10:59 — mike kraft

Merck Ebola vaccine Ervebo shown to offer substantial protection | STAT (statnews.com)

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WHO says partners can start talks to buy mpox vaccines before its formal approval

Fri, 2024-08-23 10:22 — mike kraft

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How to Time COVID, Flu, and RSV Shots This Fall

Fri, 2024-08-23 10:03 — mike kraft

New COVID Shots Are Here. How to Time Your COVID, Flu, and RSV Shots This Fall COVID, flu, and RSV vaccines are here. Learn if you're eligible and how to time them for the best protection. Fran Kritz Verywell Health

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Here’s what to know about each vaccine type:

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