Childhood vaccinations, immunization schedules and vaccine safety, helping parents understand recommended vaccines and make informed decisions for their children.
New York has invoked a statewide disaster emergency amid rising measles cases, expanding vaccination powers to curb transmission, especially in rural and under-immunised areas, as the US faces its worst measles year since 1991. New York has declared a statewide…
A resurgence of measles in Pennsylvania is forcing healthcare providers to reevaluate protocols for pregnant women and infants, highlighting the risks of falling vaccination rates and the need for updated guidelines as cases surpass 1,000. Pennsylvania’s worsening measles outbreak is…
Bangladesh faces its worst measles epidemic in decades, with nearly 1,000 child deaths and a massive vaccination campaign underway amidst concerns over long-term immunisation lapses. Bangladesh is grappling with one of its most severe measles outbreaks in decades, with the…
Pennsylvania’s outbreak has surpassed 1,000 cases, marking the worst US measles surge in over three decades, highlighting falling immunisation rates and political tensions surrounding vaccine policies. Pennsylvania has become the centre of the country’s worst measles outbreak in more than…
A coalition of 16 US state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against Robert F. Kennedy Jr., alleging that his recent revisions to the childhood immunisation schedule bypassed legal procedures and compromise public health protections. The case highlights ongoing tensions…
New York has declared a statewide emergency to combat a sharp rise in measles cases, especially in rural communities with low vaccination rates, marking the first such step since infections increased in 2025. New York has declared a statewide emergency…
Vaccination rates against meningococcal disease in Argentina are declining as children grow older, raising concerns over community immunity and increasing risks of severe disease among various age groups. In Argentina, vaccination against meningococcal disease is strong at the start of…
Candidates in Florida’s 17th Congressional District campaign vigorously ahead of the voter registration deadline, while debates over vaccine exemptions escalate amidst public division on health policies. With the deadline to register to vote or change party affiliation looming on Monday,…
A child in Montana died from Hib infection in September, reigniting concerns over vaccine coverage and the preventable nature of this deadly disease. A child in Montana died in September from complications of Hib infection, the state public health department…
A new research from UBC highlights how even minor post-infection problems may significantly influence vaccine coverage policies, urging a broader view beyond immediate illness impacts. A new modelling study from the University of British Columbia suggests that even relatively small…
The CDC has quietly expanded Covid-19 vaccine recommendations to include healthy children and young adults, reversing previous guidance and sparking debate over safety and regulatory authority amid a wider international shift towards more risk-based vaccination policies. The Centres for Disease…
Peru has declared a 90-day health emergency in Loreto to combat a resurgence of whooping cough, emphasising the importance of completing vaccination schedules and maternal immunisation to protect vulnerable infants from this highly contagious respiratory disease. Whooping cough, known medically…
