Measles is back with a vengeance in Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that several countries, including the UK, have lost their measles-free status. This news comes after a surge in infections across the continent. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan also
The United States has decided to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). This move could have big effects on global health. The U. S. played a big role in WHO's successes, like eradicating smallpox and fighting diseases like polio and HIV. WHO is saddened by this decision. They believe it makes
A vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, funded by the U. S. , is currently on hold. The study aims to compare the health outcomes of newborns who receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth versus those who get it at six weeks. This has sparked debate among experts. The study's future is uncertain. Guinea-B
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made waves recently by pushing for a closer look at cell phone radiation. He managed to get the FDA to remove their long-standing information that said cell phones are safe. This move has sparked a lot of debate, especially since many health groups still say there's no stro
A recent proposal has been put forward to shake up the healthcare system. The idea is to tackle some big issues, like making drug prices fairer and giving people more control over their health savings. The plan suggests that drug companies should lower their prices in the U. S. to match the lowest
Ghana has a policy to help moms-to-be get healthcare for free. But not everyone is using it. A recent study dug into why some women aren't going for checkups during pregnancy. It looked at things like where they live, how much money they have, and their health needs. The study found that where a wo
The U. S. has recently made a significant change to its childhood vaccination schedule. The new schedule now recommends vaccines for fewer diseases compared to before. This change was made because officials believed the previous schedule was too extensive compared to other countries. However, a clo
Merck, a big name in vaccines, recently spoke up about changes to the U. S. vaccine schedule for kids. They believe any changes should be based on solid science and expert advice. The CDC and other health groups recently moved some vaccines, like those for rotavirus and flu, to a category where pare
In 2011, a bout of meningitis landed someone in the hospital, leaving behind a lingering heart condition. This experience underscored the value of vaccines, especially for young children. Fast forward to today, and the landscape has shifted dramatically. The CDC has decided to stop recommending univ
Maryland is making waves with a new plan. The state wants to take control of its own vaccine schedule. This means they might not follow the federal government's recommendations anymore. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently changed their list of routine shots for kids. This
