Author: everychildbytwo


Five Ways to #BeLikeBen and Stand Up For Public Health

Last month marked the 310th birthday of Dr. Benjamin Franklin.  While Dr. Franklin is well-known for his historic role as a founding father and diplomat, he was also an...


Pertussis Vaccine: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Last week, a new study published in Pediatrics suggested that the pertussis immunity from the recommended adolescent Tdap booster was quick to wane.  While this is being reported by...


On World Cancer Day Remember Vaccines Help Prevent Certain Cancers

Yes, it’s World Cancer Day, but did you know that vaccines are currently helping to prevent and treat various types of cancer? See, some cancers are caused by viruses and...


How My Vaccinated Daughter Died From Meningitis and What I’m Doing About It

This is a guest post, written by Alicia Stillman, Director of the Emily Stillman Foundation.  One of the missions of the Foundation is to raise awareness of meningococcal disease and the various...


After Losing Babies to Pertussis Parents Make Plea for Prevention

How is it that three families, who’ve never actually met one another, find themselves sharing words of consolation and encouragement at the same time each year? How...


Questioning Whether To Get Your Child the HPV Vaccine? Read This

In June 2006, the first human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was licensed for use in the U.S.  Rather than celebrate the development of a vaccine to prevent a deadly form...


Debunking John Stone’s “DeStefano Rides Again” and the CDC “Whistleblower”

Every Child By Two is pleased to launch another article in their Expert Commentary series with links to in-depth articles available on the Every Child By Two website.  This series features guest writer Joel...


A Tribute to Senator Dale Bumpers; Staunch Advocate for Public Health

By Amy Pisani, Executive Director of Every Child By Two   Dale Bumpers passed away on New Year’s Day, 2016.  He will be remembered by many as a staunch...


Shot of Prevention’s Year in Review: Top Posts from 2015

As we prepare for the challenges of 2016, we want to thank everyone for a successful 2015.  Once again, the past year has been one of tremendous growth.  We’ve seen a record number of...


The Best Gift Any Grandparent Can Give Their Grandchild is Good Health

  For grandparents, giving is quite possibly the best part of the holiday season. When you gather with your kids and grandkids this holiday season it’s wonderful to share...