After decades of research, the United Kingdom (UK) launched a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine program for teenage girls in 2008.
A new study published by The Lancet on November 3, 2021, shows the HPV vaccine dramatically reduces cervical cancer rates by almost 90% in women in their 20s who were offered the vaccine beginning at age 12.
Cervical Cancer Becoming Rare in the UK
Allergy History May Up Risk for Reactions to mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine
Risk for allergic reactions within three days of vaccination higher for those with history of high-risk allergy, but most completed the two-dose regimen
mRNA COVID-19 Efficacy Lower for Immunocompromised Adults
Vaccine effectiveness of two doses of mRNA vaccine lower against COVID-19-associated hospitalization, with variation by condition
Anticipated Increase in Acute Flaccid Myelitis Not Seen in 2020
Cases reported in 2019 and 2020 occurred in older children, were less often associated with upper-limb involvement
White House Sets Jan. 4 Deadline for Large, Private U.S. Companies to Mandate Vaccines
Companies must give workers paid time off to get vaccinated and sick leave if they have any side effects
COVID-19 Widespread Among Iowa Deer
No evidence of deer-to-human infection reported, but those who have contact with deer should take precautions