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Optimal Efficacy: Co-Administering COVID and Flu Vaccines

Concurrent administration of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine was found to be as effective against poor outcomes as giving the shots separately, according to a study by Pfizer and Genesis Research. The study, which analyzed claims data from over 3 million US adults, showed that coadministration of the vaccines had similar rates of COVID-19 hospitalization and outpatient visits compared to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine alone. Additionally, the coadministration group had slightly lower rates of most flu-related outcomes compared to those who received the flu vaccine alone. These findings support the coadministration of the flu vaccine with COVID-19 boosters during future vaccination campaigns, potentially improving uptake for both vaccines.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#coadministration #covid-19-vaccine #effectiveness

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Low Uptake of Cancer-Preventing Vaccine Among Boys Raises Concerns

The HPV vaccine, which can prevent various types of cancer, is not being offered to boys and men in two-thirds of countries where it is available, leaving half the population who could benefit without potentially life-saving protection. While the vaccine was initially targeted at girls, research and dropping prices have shown the benefits of gender-neutral vaccination campaigns. Uneven supply and high demand have hindered wider rollout, but supply is increasing, and new research suggests that just one dose offers sufficient protection. It is time to consider vaccinating other groups and ensure equal access to HPV vaccination to protect against cancer.

via WIRED|

#cancer-prevention #gender-equality #health

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"Ending Wild Polio: A Global Goal for 2023"

Afghanistan and Pakistan are closer than ever to eradicating wild poliovirus, with a small number of cases and limited geographical spread. However, persistent social and political challenges must be overcome for the eradication programs to succeed. The reduction in cases is attributed to intensified vaccination efforts and expanded environmental surveillance. Both countries need to be free from wild poliovirus for three years before eradication can be declared. While progress has been made, obstacles such as militant attacks and vaccine hesitancy remain. Additionally, vaccine-derived polioviruses pose a threat to global eradication efforts, but the development of a novel oral poliovirus vaccine offers hope for their elimination.

via Nature.com|

#afghanistan #health #pakistan

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"Exploring the Latest COVID Vaccines and Boosters: Who Should Receive Them?"

Health officials worldwide are planning to roll out booster jabs in the coming months to address waning immunity against SARS-CoV-2. However, the approach to booster campaigns is changing, with some countries restricting access to high-risk individuals and vulnerable populations. The protection provided by previous infection or vaccination, combined with low hospitalization and infection rates, has prompted officials to rethink who should receive boosters. Some countries argue for broad vaccination campaigns to protect vulnerable people, while others advocate for boosters to be administered to specific age groups. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends routine boosters for high-risk groups but does not endorse routine boosters for healthy adults under 60 or healthy children. The uptake of boosters has decreased, leading officials to consider how to maximize the impact of COVID-19 boosters while managing limited resources.

via Nature.com|

#booster-jabs #covid-19 #health