Tag: Vaccines
Fewer Parents Talking to Child’s Regular Provider About Vaccines
Conversations less often about flu or COVID-19 vaccines versus school-required vaccines
Flu Shots Cut Some Cardiac Complications in Patients With Heart Failure
Less pneumonia, fewer cardiovascular events, deaths, hospitalizations seen during peak flu season
Outreach Messages Up Well-Child Visits, Vaccination Completion
Rates of scheduling and completion of well-child visits increased regardless of whether messages were standard or tailored
PRIORIX, M-M-R II Vaccines Interchangeable for MMR
Either PRIORIX or M-M-R II may be administered in any situation in which MMR vaccine is indicated
New Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants
In early data, new Pfizer COVID-19 boosters marshal antibodies against newer omicron variants
ACR: Holding Methotrexate for Just a Week After Flu Vaccine Works for RA Patients
Authors say immune response similar for patients holding methotrexate for one week or two weeks
Moderna Booster Shot Prompts Strong Immune Response Against Omicron Subvariants
Moderna reports its updated booster shot is indeed triggering a strong immune response to the omicron variants BA.5 and BA.4
COVID-19 Vaccines Up Protection More Than Infection for Moms, Infants
Antibody levels higher in maternal and cord blood after vaccination versus natural infection
Myocarditis Up After Second Dose of mRNA-1273 Versus BNT162b2
Rate of myocarditis higher after receipt of mRNA-1273, particularly for younger men (younger than 40 years)
COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Tied to Higher Risk for Myocarditis, Pericarditis
Authors say benefits of vaccination still outweigh risks, but some individuals should be aware of their higher risk
