Tag: vaccination
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CDC Recommends Flu Vaccination for Everyone Over 6 Months in the US
The CDC advises that everyone in the United States aged six months and older should get a flu vaccine, ideally by the end of October, to protect against the seasonal flu.
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MMR Vaccination Rates Decline Across US, New Data Shows
Johns Hopkins University data reveals a decline in MMR vaccination rates among US children since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, with 78% of counties reporting drops.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Lists Ways to Reduce Cancer Risk
The Washington Post reports that about 40% of cancer cases are preventable and lists 11 science-backed ways to reduce risk, including diet, exercise, and regular checkups.
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