Infectious Diseases
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Waning vaccine immunity linked to pertussis resurgence
Incomplete historical coverage also is implicated.
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Children with autism, younger siblings are undervaccinated
Children with ASD – as well as their younger siblings – don’t receive adequate vaccination.
Reports From the Field
Reducing Deep Joint Infection in Hip Hemiarthroplasty—A Quality Improvement Project
Outcomes Research in Review
Which Herpes Zoster Vaccine is Most Cost-Effective?
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ACIP vaccine update
Hepatitis B revaccination of infant nonresponders is now simpler. A new herpes zoster vaccine is preferred. A third MMR dose is okay during mumps...
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HCV infection tied to premature ovarian senescence and a high miscarriage rate
Infertility and adverse pregnancy outcomes in HCV-infected women appear associated with increased ovarian senescence.
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Inflammatory markers predict vaccine response in HCV, HIV
Study investigates response to HAV, HBV, tetanus vaccines.
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MMWR: Current flu vaccine does not protect elderly
The influenza vaccine is only about 36% effective this year, preventing infections in just over a third of people who receive it, according to the...