Vaccines
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Study finds no evidence that HPV vaccination leads to higher rates of STIs
Letters from Maine
Fearful pictures
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CDC: Suspect measles when seeing fever and rash
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U.S. measles cases reached postelimination high in 2014
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New immunization schedule moving online, but changes are minor
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Second group B meningitis vaccine wins FDA nod of approval
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Pertussis persists
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Incidences of underimmunization, vaccine refusal are clustered geographically
Key clinical point: Underimmunization occurs in geographic clusters, which can be used to predict areas in which underutilization of vaccines...
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Recommended vaccination schedule not followed in 1 of 4 children
Key clinical point: Almost 25% of children in New York state are vaccinated under a schedule that intentionally deviates from the one recommended...
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MMRV combo vaccine is about as safe as separate MMR and varicella shots
Key clinical point: If you’re okay with a slightly higher risk of febrile seizures, MMRV vaccine might be the way to go with your toddlers. Major...
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RSV peaks linked to increased pneumococcal pneumonia
Key clinical point: The incidence of pneumococcal pneumonia in young children is associated with seasonal peaks of respiratory syncytial and...