Influenza vaccines have provided moderate yet crucial protection against laboratory-confirmed influenza, outpatient visits, and hospitalizations for the past few decades.
Although influenza vaccine's effectiveness does vary based on virus type and age group, healthcare providers have emphasized the need to tailor vaccination strategies for those at the most significant risk.
Flu Shots About 41% Effective
Flu Shots About 41% Effective
Influenza vaccines have provided moderate yet crucial protection against laboratory-confirmed influenza, outpatient visits, and hospitalizations for the past few decades.
Although influenza vaccine's effectiveness does vary based on virus type and age group, healthcare providers have emphasized the need to tailor vaccination strategies for those at the most significant risk.
Tetanus and Diphtheria Vaccine Shortage May Last Long
Historically, two tetanus and diphtheria (Td) vaccines approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have been available for use in the United States:
These Td vaccines are TdVax, manufactured by MassBiologics and exclusively distributed by Grifols. And Tenivac®, manufactured by Sanofi.
Risk for Autoimmune Inflammatory Rheumatic Disease Increased After SARS-CoV-2
Increased risk seen for incident AIRD for patients with SARS-CoV-2, with higher risk seen after more severe acute COVID-19
White House Lifts COVID Testing Rule for People Around President Biden
By Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, March 5, 2024 (HealthDay News) — In a move that acknowledges that COVID-19 is no longer the danger it once was, the White House …