Vaccines in the News
Vaccines in the News
Know what’s worse than the risks of getting the HPV vaccine? Getting an HPV-related cancer. Trust me
November 7, 2017
In an era of $500,000 cancer treatments, you’d expect a vaccine series that costs about $300 and helps prevent several types of cancer to be popular with physicians, insurers, and consumers. It’s not, and, as a result, people are dying. I should know — I’m one of them. [+] more
Streptococcus vaccine 'could prevent over 100,000 baby deaths worldwide'
November 6, 2017
More than 100,000 stillbirths and baby deaths worldwide could be prevented by the development of a vaccine against an infection commonly carried by pregnant women, according to a groundbreaking report. [+] more
Connecting moms-to-be and doctors online can boost vaccination rates, study says
November 6, 2017
Being able to connect with doctors online during pregnancy about vaccine concerns may encourage new mothers to make sure their babies get all the recommended shots, according to a new study in Colorado. [+] more
Flu Shot Facts and Myths: Everything You Need to Know About the Vaccine
November 2, 2017
It’s the least wonderful time of the year: flu season.
With coughs and sniffles abound, many are eager to get the flu vaccine — while others are avoiding the shot like, well, the plague. [+] more
