Tag: vaccine_effectiveness
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CDC Weekly Report Covers Dengue Outbreak in U.S. Virgin Islands
The CDC's latest MMWR issue reports on a dengue outbreak in the U.S. Virgin Islands, alongside studies on pertussis vaccine effectiveness in Alaska and other public health findings.
HealthUSAMedical ScienceDisastersLaw Enforcement DengueU.S. Virgin IslandsCDCMMWRPertussisAlaskaVaccine Effectiveness
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Media Monitor: CDC Chief Blocked Vaccine Study Now Published
The Washington Post reports a study on COVID-19 vaccine benefits, previously blocked by the CDC chief, is now published. It found reduced emergency visits and hospitalizations among healthy adults.
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2024-25 Flu Season Sees Highest Number of Pediatric Deaths Since 2004
A CDC report indicates a concerning rise in pediatric flu deaths, with 280 reported for the 2024-25 season. Additionally, 109 influenza-associated encephalopathy cases were reported, with a significant ICU admission rate.
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