Vaccines
The mpox vaccine, Jynneos, may provide immunity for only a few months, with antibodies declining six to 12 months after immunization, according to a small study from Harvard Medical School. Researchers found that more research is needed to confirm this, but the waning immunity raises concerns for vulnerable groups. Meanwhile,
Vaccination
As mpox vaccination efforts are underway to combat a rapidly spreading outbreak in Africa, researchers have found that antibodies provided by the vaccine disappear within six to 12 months, highlighting the need for boosters to maintain strong protection. The mpox virus, previously known as monkeypox, is a fast-spreading virus transmitted
Influenza
The Lamar University Student Health Center is gearing up for its annual flu clinic, scheduled to take place on October 9-10 in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center. The clinic will offer flu shots to students, faculty, and staff, with a cost of $28 for students and $30 for faculty.
Vaccination
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has reported significant progress in its vaccination programs, with over 1.1 billion children protected with routine childhood vaccines since its inception in 2000. The alliance's efforts have led to a 10% reduction in under-five mortality and the prevention of 7-8 million future deaths.
Vaccination
The proportion of young children in England who have been vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) and other diseases has dropped to its lowest level in over a decade, NHS figures reveal. Between 2023-24 and the previous year, the percentage of five-year-olds who had received one dose of the
United States. Food and Drug Administration
The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines has issued a warning against individuals and groups offering Mpox vaccines that are not approved by regulatory agencies, emphasizing the importance of waiting for legitimate and safe vaccination options. Mpox, a viral disease that can cause skin rashes and mucosal lesions, is
Vaccines
In recent years, the world has seen a rise in polio outbreaks, with vaccine-derived Type 2 poliovirus spreading to over 30 countries. The virus, which has caused paralysis in over 3,300 children, has also reached Gaza, where a child was recently paralyzed. The global health authorities' decision to
Vaccination
Vaccination is a crucial aspect of health and wellness that is often overlooked as people age. While many associate vaccines with childhood, they are essential for individuals of all ages. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasizes the importance of vaccines in creating protective antibodies that fight infections.
Diseases
As the global health community grapples with a surge in polio outbreaks, experts are pointing to a major mistake made in 2016 when the oral polio vaccine was reduced in strength. The move, dubbed "the switch," was intended to eradicate the disease, but instead, it has led to
Immunization
Despite being declared polio-free in 2014, the recent detection of polio in a two-year-old child in Meghalaya highlights the importance of strengthening immunisation efforts in India. The country has made significant progress in eliminating diseases like polio and neonatal tetanus, largely due to its Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). However, the
Immunization
Despite being declared polio-free in 2014, India has recently detected polio in a two-year-old child in Meghalaya, highlighting the importance of strengthening immunization efforts. The country's successful elimination of diseases like polio and neonatal tetanus is largely due to its Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). To overcome the current
Vaccination
In the midst of an 11-month-long war in Gaza, a polio vaccination campaign reached 189,000 children, surpassing its target and providing a rare bright spot. The UN children's agency, Unicef, deployed over 500 teams across central Gaza, administering the vaccine to children under 10, while Israel and
