After writing yesterday’s post concerning the recent rise of measles cases, I was saddened to see several more news alerts today regarding measles in both New York City and Maryland. ABC’s
If you follow health news at all, you simply can’t ignore the fact that measles is showing up here, there and everywhere – from Minnesota , Utah and Vermont, to the New England Aquarium, the
Have you ever wondered how the immunization schedule is created and what determines the ideal age for children to receive immunizations from certain diseases? When exploring this question you can re
By Amy Pisani Last week, news hit regarding the investigation of several cases of measles in Boston spurred by an employee of the French Consulate who potentially infected two others; someone living
By Christine Vara Last month I posted an article that discussed the spread of measles as a result of low immunization rates. One reference I made was in the case of young boy who traveled home to Sa
By Christine Vara A recent NPR article I read chronicled a measles resurgence tied to people who intentionally choose to go unvaccinated. In Vancouver, foreign travelers to the Olympics apparently b
This blog was originally published by the Society for Women’s Health Research – read here. Even as stories about vaccine hesitancy and declining vaccination rates appear across news head
We’re discussing vaccines recommended for babies from April 24 – April 30 for National Infant Immunization Week. Join the conversation on social media by using #LetsTalkAboutVaxBaby. If
Vaccine passports have quickly become the latest lightning rod in COVID-19 political discussions in the United States. Shortly after New York introduced their version — called the Excelsior Pass —
Connecticut has removed all non-medical vaccine exemptions for children in schools and daycares. The state legislature’s vote came after three years of debate and record-breaking hours of public