Vaccines save children's lives by keeping them safe from serious diseases. But in East Gojam, Amhara Region, Ethiopia, not all kids are getting the shots they need. A recent study looked into why this happens. It's not just about how much money families have, but also where they live, what they beli
Imagine this: teachers in Pakistan getting vaccinated can actually help students do better in school. Sounds surprising, right? A study in the country found that having teachers as role models can encourage students to take important actions, like getting vaccinated during a pandemic. Researchers ra
This flu and Covid vaccine season is off to a slow start, says the CDC. As of mid-November, only about one-third of U. S. adults have gotten their flu shot, while roughly 18% have received the latest Covid vaccines. This is similar to last year's rates. The CDC urges everyone, especially the elderly
For more than ten years, HPV vaccines have been available in the US. However, the coverage varies greatly from state to state. While some states are actively working to improve HPV vaccination rates, most studies focus on national impacts rather than state-specific data. To explore the potential eff
In a surprising turn of events, Poland has found the polio virus in its sewage. This has led to a renewed push for children's vaccinations. The virus was spotted during routine tests this month. Health officials are quick to point out that it doesn't mean there are active cases, but unvaccinated peo
The COVID-19 pandemic, announced in early 2020, pushed for quick protective measures, with vaccines at the forefront. Although vaccines were developed and distributed rapidly, many people are still unsure about getting them. This study looks at why some parents in Iran might be hesitant to have thei
In 2023, the world saw a worrying surge in measles cases, with numbers climbing to over 10 million. This was a 20% jump from the previous year, according to the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The main culprit? Not enough kids were getting their measles
Measles cases have skyrocketed by over 20%, reaching an estimated 10. 3 million last year. This deadly disease claimed the lives of about 107, 500, mostly young children. Experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) call this an "unacce
With over 13. 5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses given worldwide by early 2024, the global vaccination drive has been a game-changer in battling severe illness and death. However, the emergence of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) as a potential side effect has sparked some concerns. Th
A group of physicians from Greenwood Medical Centre has come forward to support Dr. Elaine Ma, a doctor from Kingston. The Ontario Ministry of Health is asking Dr. Ma to return the funds she received for running mass COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the Omicron wave. The doctors argue that Dr. Ma
