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health14 days ago•3 min saved

Home COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children from Low-Income Families

In England, a new pilot scheme will offer at-home vaccinations to children from struggling families to improve vaccine uptake, addressing declining coverage and long NHS wait times for pediatric care. The initiative aims to reach families facing barriers like language, travel, or childcare issues, with broader efforts to enhance children's healthcare and workforce capacity. Additionally, children up to six will soon be vaccinated against chickenpox for free from January 2026.

via BBC|

#children #england #health

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Ensuring Children's Right to Vaccinations and Healthcare

The article emphasizes that access to vaccines is a fundamental human right for children, highlighting the resurgence of preventable diseases like measles, diphtheria, and whooping cough due to vaccine misinformation, low immunization rates, and funding cuts. It calls for legal action, increased funding, and global cooperation to protect children's health and uphold their rights to vaccination, framing vaccine access as a moral and human rights issue.

via statnews.com|

#childrens-rights #health #human-rights

health3 months ago•1 min saved

Hays doctors urge vaccination and consultation for winter health

Hays doctors with extensive clinical experience encourage community members to ask their healthcare providers questions about vaccinations, emphasizing the importance of immunizations in reducing respiratory illnesses and hospitalizations, especially during peak seasons.

via Hays Post|

#community-health #flu-shot #health

health3 months ago•2 min saved

Parents' Vaccine Opposition Gains Ground as MMR Rates Decline in Texas

Despite a significant measles outbreak in Texas, public health advocates have found little evidence that it has persuaded parents to vaccinate their children, as vaccination rates continue to decline due to relaxed laws and persistent opposition, putting herd immunity at risk.

via The New York Times|

#health #immunization-rates #measles

health4 months ago•7 min saved

States Navigate Vaccine Policies Amid CDC Changes and Public Uncertainty

The article discusses the recent changes and uncertainties in vaccine guidance in the US, especially regarding COVID-19 vaccines for children and pregnant women, highlighting the importance of consulting trusted healthcare providers and staying informed through official sources to navigate the evolving landscape of vaccine recommendations and coverage.

via vox.com|

#children #covid-19 #health

politics4 months ago•1 min saved

Kennedy Family and Officials Urge RFK Jr. to Resign Over Public Health Concerns

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nephew, Joe Kennedy III, called for his resignation after Kennedy's testimony questioning vaccine safety and his anti-vaccine views drew bipartisan criticism during a Senate hearing, highlighting concerns about his influence on public health and trust in science.

via Axios|

#cdc #congressional-hearing #politics

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Florida Aims to End All Vaccine Mandates for Schoolchildren

Florida plans to become the first state to eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for children attending public schools, sparking criticism from health officials and lawmakers who warn it could lead to outbreaks of preventable diseases. The move is part of a broader political debate over vaccination policies and public health safety.

via BBC|

#florida #health #policy-change

health4 months ago•1 min saved

CDC Faces Uncertainty Amid Leadership and Policy Challenges

A health official resigned, citing concerns over the breakdown of the separation between science and ideology in public health policy, fearing that recent political influences and decisions are hindering access to vaccinations and compromising scientific integrity.

via Politico|

#cdc #health #policy

health4 months ago•1 min saved

New Mexico Health Department issues order to boost COVID-19 vaccine access

The article provides information about health services related to vaccinations and immunizations, along with links to various health forms, resources, and contact options for the New Mexico Department of Health, emphasizing accessibility and public health support.

via New Mexico Department of Health|

#health #health-services #immunization

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Colorado mandates five vaccinations for K-12 students

Colorado public school districts require five key vaccinations for K-12 students to prevent disease spread, with exemptions available for medical, religious, or personal reasons. Vaccination rates have improved in Durango, reaching near herd immunity levels, and the district emphasizes the importance of immunizations for student health and uninterrupted learning.

via The Durango Herald|

#colorado #health #immunizations

health6 months ago•0 min saved

Global Childhood Vaccination Rates Decline, Putting Millions at Risk

A study published in The Lancet warns that millions of children worldwide are at risk due to stagnating vaccination efforts, despite the WHO's successful history of immunizing over 4 billion children since 1974.

via The Washington Post|

#children #global-health #health

health7 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Childhood Measles Vaccinations Decline Nationwide

Childhood measles vaccinations are declining across the U.S., with many counties falling below herd immunity levels, prompting the CDC to recommend vaccinations for travelers going abroad due to increased transmission risks during travel and in airplanes.

via Yahoo|

#cdc #health #measles

health1 year ago•0 min saved

Oregon Faces Record Whooping Cough Surge Amid Vaccination Decline

Oregon is experiencing a significant rise in whooping cough cases, potentially reaching record levels by year's end, as vaccination rates have declined following the COVID-19 pandemic. Health officials are urging increased vaccination efforts to combat the spread of the disease.

via OregonLive|

#covid-19-pandemic #health #oregon

health1 year ago•3 min saved

WHO: Improved Measures Could Prevent 750,000 Superbug Deaths Annually

Experts suggest that 750,000 deaths linked to drug-resistant superbugs could be prevented annually through better access to clean water, sanitation, infection control, and childhood vaccinations. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant global threat, with low- and middle-income countries disproportionately affected. Researchers propose ambitious global targets to reduce AMR-related mortality and inappropriate antibiotic use by 2030, emphasizing the need for better access to antibiotics, diagnostic tests, and vaccines.

via The Guardian|

#antimicrobial-resistance #global-health #health

health1 year ago•4 min saved

"Blank Children's Hospital Reaches Capacity with Respiratory Illnesses in Unusual Spring Surge"

Blank Children's Hospital in Des Moines is facing a surge in hospitalizations of young children with respiratory illnesses, leading to a shortage of beds. Pediatric infectious disease Dr. Joel Waddell attributes the spike to the COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation of young children during their formative years, leaving them more vulnerable to diseases now. He advises parents to ensure their children are up to date on vaccinations and to keep them home if they have a fever, seeking medical attention if necessary.

via KCCI Des Moines|

#childrens-hospital #covid-19 #health