Childhood vaccinations, immunization schedules and vaccine safety, helping parents understand recommended vaccines and make informed decisions for their children.
The United States reports a sharp increase in measles cases, with nearly 4,000 infections this year, driven by outbreaks in communities with low vaccination coverage, raising concerns for public health and vaccination efforts. The number of measles cases in the…
A phase four trial in India demonstrates that mixing domestically produced Japanese encephalitis vaccines during childhood immunisations is safe and effective, potentially easing vaccination logistics in endemic regions. A large trial in India has found that two domestically produced Japanese…
The Indonesian Health Ministry affirms the safety of its immunisation programme following a child’s death in Riau, with investigations ruling out a link to vaccines and emphasising ongoing safety measures and communication efforts. Indonesia’s Health Ministry has said the national…
Pakistan’s recent polio vaccination campaign successfully reached more than 29.3 million children under five across the country, marking a significant step in eradicating the virus despite ongoing security and access challenges. Pakistan’s polio campaign reaches more than 29.3 million children…
Health authorities in Croatia and North Macedonia have temporarily halted the use of a Bulgarian-made BCG tuberculosis vaccine following reports of rare osteomyelitis in children, prompting a safety review and raising concerns over vaccine quality amidst ongoing tuberculosis prevention efforts.…
Pakistan has vaccinated more than 29.3 million children under five in a concentrated effort to eliminate polio, despite ongoing security and access hurdles that highlight the fragile progress in the country’s eradication drive. Pakistan’s latest polio drive has reached more…
Modern vaccination programmes continue to triumph over infectious diseases, supported by improved safety monitoring and expanded coverage, safeguarding communities worldwide and reducing disease burden. Vaccines remain one of the most effective tools in modern medicine for preventing infectious disease and…
New York State has declared a state of emergency with over 100 confirmed measles cases amid a sharp resurgence, prompting expanded vaccination efforts and heightened alert among health officials. New York has moved to a state of emergency as measles…
Surging measles cases across the United States highlight alarming gaps in immunity, prompting Massachusetts health officials to urge families to verify vaccination status amid growing outbreaks. Measles is surging across the United States at a pace public health experts say…
An escalating diphtheria outbreak in Senegal has affected 31 districts across 12 regions, with cases rising sharply over the month. Health officials emphasise the importance of vaccination and prompt medical care to curb the spread. Senegal is facing a widening…
A resurfaced video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. misinformation about the Gardasil HPV vaccine has triggered a wave of expert rebuttals affirming its safety and effectiveness in preventing HPV-related cancers. A resurfaced video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now the…
Doctors warn that measles can cause lasting immune system impairment, highlighting the importance of vaccination not just to prevent immediate illness but also to protect long-term health, amid rising cases in the US. Doctors are warning parents that measles is…
