Immunization

As flu vaccinations become available, the results of a recent survey suggest Americans are increasingly likely to receive their flu vaccination this year.

Widespread immunization against rotavirus reduced direct medical costs by $1.2 billion.

During the 2015-2016 season, influenza vaccines overall reduced the risk of influenza illness, but the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) was ineffective in children, according to a recently-published study.

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is observed every August to bring attention the importance of vaccinating people of all ages.

The introduction of routine rotavirus vaccinations resulted in substantial reductions in diarrhea-related hospitalization in children, as well as associated health care costs.

How do changes and policy at the state level affect influenza virus vaccine uptake?

The start of the school year can be an exciting and stressful time for families.

Human papilloma virus (HPV) is the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection in the United States, with 14 million new cases annually.

Meijer pharmacies across the Midwest are holding Back to School Immunization Events this weekend to help families guard against the flu before classes start.

A review committee noted that this recommendation includes quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccines.

Heplisav-B aims to boost a patient’s own immune response to fight off HBV.

Mosaic vaccines observed to bolster immune response against HIV.

Eculizumab is an injection that is associated with an increased risk of meningococcal disease.

Research advances hunt for a safe and effective preventative HIV vaccine.

Pharmacists can play a crucial role in promoting the flu vaccine to these patients by recognizing the characteristics of those who do not seek vaccinations.

A recently-released video from the CDC provides a great way to discuss vaccines with parents.

Inhibiting beta cell infection from enteroviruses may prevent the development of type 1 diabetes.

Pharmacists have become champions of influenza immunization, advertising heavily, recruiting patients, and administering these life-saving vaccines in a wide array of settings.

Many individuals who have end-stage renal disease (ESRD) fail to receive the vaccinations that they need.

Summer is a popular time to travel, but it is especially important to remind patients about measles outbreaks and prevention strategies.

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Investigational vaccine inhibits euphoria associated with heroin use.

A microneedle patch allows the flu vaccine to be safely and effectively self-administered.

Many areas of medicine that intersect with law and immunizations are associated with a very specific set of laws across the nation.

The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has been making considerable progress toward eradicating poliovirus, according to a CDC report.

Pharmacists working in eastern North Carolina counties have developed a program to improve immunization among low income, uninsured patients.

Study suggests importance for individuals to get yearly flu shots.

Pharmacists were inducted into the world of immunizations about 20 years ago when they were first authorized to administer vaccines, making immunizations more accessible.

Immunization is considered 1 of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century.