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HPV-related throat cancers multiplying; vaccine can help prevent them
It is well known that HPV can lead to deadly cervical cancer in women, but the virus is causing cancer in men as well.
Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective
The older vaccine for whooping cough that was phased out in the late 1990s is more effective than the current version of the vaccine, a new study contends.
A judge denied a request by a devout Catholic mom on Staten Island for an injunction that would allow her daughter to return to school while the family's lawsuit against the city over vaccines is heard.
Preschools may get right to bar unvaccinated children
Opponents of vaccinations say they can be unsafe and cause serious side-effects, weaken the immune system, and can cause autism.
GERM FREE: Willows Preschool and Early Learning Centre owner Cathy Carroll and Myles Layzell enjoy free play outside.
Why Feeling Anxious About a Vaccine Makes It More Effective
Standing at a podium in front of an audience of psychiatrists, clinicians and scientists, Firdaus Dhabhar brings up a video of his infant son on a large projector screen and presses play.
More than 1,000 students vaccinated in fight against measles
In response to the current measles epidemic centred in Swansea, and with exam season fast approaching, the decision was made to visit every secondary school in the Hywel Dda Health Board area.
Parents concerned over privacy after school releases email
A teacher at Helen Tyson Middle School sent an email that lists the name of every student who needs a tetanus or diphtheria vaccination to get into the next grade to all the parents of students in the sixth grade.
Dogs have their day during annual Muttfest celebration
Veterinarian Dr. Katie Dickinson gives shots to Foxy, a Golden Retreiver belonging to Leslie Hathcock of Amarillo.
Wisconsin bill would eliminate workplace flu-shot requirement
Wisconsin employers, including hospitals, nursing homes and other health care agencies, could no longer require workers to get flu shots under a bill pending in the Legislature.
Protect Your Pet as Part of Disaster Preparedness
As peak wildfire season approaches, now is the time to update your disaster preparedness plans to protect your family and your pets.
Sienna is Looking for a Home-Maybe Yours?
Sienna is a 5-month-old female Boxer mix puppy who is available for adoption through the Mallard Point Veterinary Clinic .
Wisconsin bill would ban mandatory flu shots
Wisconsin employers, including hospitals and nursing homes, could no longer require workers to get flu shots under a bill pending in the Legislature.
Medical chief in measles warning
Sir Harry Burns made the call ahead of the launch of a nationwide campaign next week to boost take up.
Adoption Information - Heartland's cat adoption fee of $100 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test and a microchip.
Study Explores Providers' Perceptions Of Parental Concerns About HPV Vaccination
A new Boston University School of Medicine study has found that low-income and minority parents may be more receptive to vaccinating their daughters against Human Papillomavirus , while white, middle-class parents are more likely to defer the vaccination.
Whooping cough cases rise in Sussex
Latest figures reveal there have been 136 cases of the disease so far this year compared to 71 four weeks earlier.
Another HIV Vaccine Setback as Trial is Stopped
The HIV vaccine study known as HVTN 505 was shut down on April 25 on the recommendation of an independent data and safety monitoring board .
New school flu vaccine pilot mooted
Highland Council plans to pilot an annual flu vaccination for schoolchildren before rolling it out for all P1 to S5 pupils.