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NZ may be on the cusp of another measles outbreak—what happened in 2019 should be a warning
The recent confirmation of new measles cases unconnected to international travel suggests the highly contagious disease has likely started spreading through communities, according to Health New Zealand.
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Oncology & Cancer
COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could unlock the next revolution in cancer treatment
The COVID-19 mRNA-based vaccines that saved 2.5 million lives globally during the pandemic could help spark the immune system to fight cancer. This is the surprising takeaway of a new study that we and our colleagues published ...
Oct 25, 2025
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Certain viral combinations raise risk of severe respiratory illness in infants
A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health has revealed that, while a wide range of viruses can cause lower respiratory tract illnesses (LRIs) in infants, certain viruses and viral combinations dramatically ...
Oct 25, 2025
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HIV prevention jab approved for use in England and Wales. Here's how it works
The first ever injectable drug that can prevent HIV has been approved for use in England and Wales.
Oct 23, 2025
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Vaccinated against polio—or not? Study finds differences between documented and self-reported vaccination rates
Poliomyelitis, also known as polio, is a contagious disease caused by the poliovirus. Thanks to the development of effective vaccines, the poliovirus has been largely eradicated and was endemic in only two countries in 2024. ...
Oct 23, 2025
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Measles outbreak spreads beyond Utah-Arizona border, 123 cases reported
A growing measles outbreak along the Utah-Arizona border has spread to nearby communities, making it the nation's second-largest this year, health officials confirmed.
Oct 23, 2025
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Why vaccines are especially important for children with asthma
You may have seen recent news stories reporting that a national data investigation found that routine childhood vaccination is slipping across much of the United States, leaving classrooms and daycares with growing gaps in ...
Oct 23, 2025
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How cashew nut shells could help Africa make vaccines
As the U.S. pulls the funding rug out from under African countries fighting infectious diseases, it is more necessary than ever for Africa to make its own medicine.
Oct 21, 2025
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Polio vaccination remains vital as global eradication faces new challenges, study says
October 24 marks World Polio Day. The vaccination against poliomyelitis is considered one of the greatest achievements in preventive medicine. It has prevented millions of cases of paralysis and saved hundreds of thousands ...
Oct 21, 2025
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Last year's flu season was California's worst in years: How bad will this one get?
Last year's flu season was the worst California had seen in years—and state health officials warn this year could potentially be just as bad.
Oct 21, 2025
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Study shows the shingles vaccine protects against heart disease, dementia, death
The shingles vaccine does more than just protect middle-aged folks and seniors against maddening rashes, a new study says.
Oct 20, 2025
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RSV antibody shot safe for infants even if mom was vaccinated during pregnancy, experts say
Babies can be safely administered antibody protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) after birth even if their moms had RSV vaccination while pregnant, a new study says.
Oct 20, 2025
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mRNA-based COVID vaccines generate improved responses to immunotherapy
Patients with cancer who received mRNA-based COVID vaccines within 100 days of starting immune checkpoint therapy were twice as likely to be alive three years after beginning treatment, according to a new study led by researchers ...
Oct 19, 2025
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Research finds COVID-19 mRNA vaccine sparks immune response to fight cancer
Patients with advanced lung or skin cancer who received a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine within 100 days of starting immunotherapy drugs lived significantly longer than those who did not get the vaccine, researchers have found.
Oct 19, 2025
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Mpox strain that may be more severe and easily spread is found in L.A. County for first time
Two cases of a potentially more severe strain of mpox have been confirmed in Los Angeles County.
Oct 19, 2025
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Two flu vaccine doses boost benefit for children younger than 3 years
Receiving two doses of inactivated influenza vaccine (IIV) in the first year of influenza vaccination is associated with improved protection for children younger than 3 years versus one dose, according to a study published ...
Oct 17, 2025
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Newly formed Governors Public Health Alliance is 15 strong, but doesn't include Pa.
A newly formed, multistate coalition represents the largest coordinated pushback to federal public health guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to date.
Oct 17, 2025
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Low-cost vaccine vial monitors damaging heat exposure brought to market
A color-changing label could help prevent millions of vaccine doses from going to waste, say scientists from the University of Surrey. The innovation, now being commercialized through a partnership with MM PACKAGING GmbH ...
Oct 16, 2025
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Hundreds of kids forced into quarantine as measles outbreaks spread
Health officials in several states are battling new measles outbreaks that have forced hundreds of unvaccinated students into quarantine.
Oct 14, 2025
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South Africa's health minister hails new HIV prevention jab but warns of limited supply
South Africa's health minister on Tuesday called lenacapavir, the first twice-yearly HIV prevention jab in the world, a "groundbreaking" tool to fight the disease, but warned initial donated supply would be limited to nearly ...
Oct 14, 2025
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Research paves the way for potential anti-ulcer vaccine
Since ancient times, it was thought that painful stomach ulcers were caused by eating spicy foods or having an unhealthy diet. But since then, researchers have found that Helicobacter pylori—a common bacterium found in ...
Oct 14, 2025
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Measles immunity 90% in British Columbia's Lower Mainland, finds study
In British Columbia's Lower Mainland, 90% of people have detectable antibodies against measles, indicating high vaccine coverage and population protection, according to a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association ...
Oct 14, 2025
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Veterans study finds updated COVID-19 shot reduces hospital visits and death
Veterans Research and Education Foundation of St. Louis reports that the 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine was associated with lower risks of COVID-19–related emergency visits, hospitalizations, and deaths in a national cohort ...
Flu season has arrived—and so have updated flu vaccines
As the autumn's cool weather settles in, so does flu season—bringing with it the familiar experiences of sniffles, fever and cough.
Oct 13, 2025
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Two-dose recombinant shingles vaccine found to be effective even accounting for prior receipt of live shingles vaccine
A target trial emulation was conducted to assess the effectiveness of recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) accounting for prior receipt of live zoster vaccine (ZVL) and immunocompetence.
Oct 13, 2025
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