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Dr. Handy’s Corner: Why Does the Rotavirus Vaccine Have to Be Given by a Certain Age?
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Dr. Lori Handy talks about the timing of the rotavirus vaccine and why it must be given by a certain age.
Vaccine News & Notes — February 2024
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Find out about Dr. Offit's new book; learn about our partnership with SciCheck.org and more.
Feature Article: Deadly Decisions?
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Find out about a measles outbreak in Philadelphia and how it demonstrates that personal decisions affect others when it comes to infectious diseases.
Feature Article — Vaccines During Pregnancy: The History and Reasons Behind the Recommendations
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Find out why some vaccines are recommended during pregnancy and get tips for protecting babies after birth.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: Are Skin Warts Caused by HPV?
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Different types of HPV cause different conditions, including some that cause skin warts. Hear Dr. Handy explain the differences between HPV types.
Vaccine News & Notes — January 2024
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Find out about infectious diseases and vaccines in the news, the VEC’s student essay contest and mobile app, and Cervical Health Awareness Month resources.
Feature Article: RRPF – “While We Breathe, We Hope”
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Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is a disease characterized by the growth of noncancerous tumors around the vocal cords caused by HPV infection. Find out more about RRP and the work of the Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis Foundation.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: What Is the Difference Between the Common Cold and “the Flu"?
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Find out about different viruses that cause symptoms similar to influenza and what distinguishes these “common colds” from “the flu.”
Vaccine News & Notes — December 2023
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Find out about Mrs. Carter’s impact on vaccines in the U.S. Check out a study on influenza disease and vaccine in kids. And find out about the Polio Network, a national and international resource for individuals and families affected by polio.
Feature Article: Born Almost Deaf, Karen Did Not Let Rubella Define Her
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Karen was born nearly deaf after her mom contracted rubella during pregnancy. Yet, she considers herself lucky. Read her inspiring story.