Articles for Tag: "vaccine"

Getting a flu shot – or not? This is what you need to know 
Getting a flu shot – or not? This is what you need to know
Learn about the vaccine and why it’s important.
Can you get the mumps even if you’ve been vaccinated? 
Can you get the mumps even if you’ve been vaccinated?
Two suburban high school students have been diagnosed with the mumps. Is the highly contagious illness likely to spread?
Is a vaccine that protects against Alzheimer’s on the horizon? 
Is a vaccine that protects against Alzheimer’s on the horizon?
Scientists believe a new formula that can prevent and slow the disease may be tested on humans within the next few years.
Outbreak: What you need to know about mumps 
Outbreak: What you need to know about mumps
With more than 40 confirmed cases at Harvard University, what could the virus mean for you and your family?
Flu season is lasting longer than usual 
Flu season is lasting longer than usual
Despite rare late-March flu activity, the vaccine was more effective this year.
Surge of flu cases prompts some hospitals to limit visitors 
Surge of flu cases prompts some hospitals to limit visitors
An unusual uptick in late-season influenza activity has health officials intent on limiting its spread.
CDC: Half of U.S. babies don’t get fully vaccinated for the flu 
CDC: Half of U.S. babies don’t get fully vaccinated for the flu
55 percent of U.S. infants and toddlers aren’t getting the full recommended vaccination. The reason why might surprise you.