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In the Journals: Intussusception and Rotavirus Vaccination
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Data examines the RotaRix vaccine, suggesting that the risk of intussusception following vaccination is about the same as that following natural infection.
On the Bookshelf: Twenty Tips for Evaluating Scientific Claims
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The following paper references an introduction of 20 excellent tips that can be used to help non-scientists evaluate scientific claims.
In the Journals: H1N1 Vaccine and Narcolepsy
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Some people who received a swine flu vaccine containing squalene developed narcolepsy, whereas those not containing squalene did not develop this.
In the Journals: Contagious Diseases in the U.S. from 1888 to the Present
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One study examines the power and impact of America’s vaccine program on eradicating and preventing diseases.
On the Bookshelf: Anti-vaccine Sentiment Now and During the Time of Smallpox
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The book that follows provides an interesting comparison between historical smallpox anti-inoculation arguments and those of current vaccination opponents.
Technically Speaking: Vaccinations and Pregnancy
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While certain vaccines should not be given during pregnancy, two are specifically recommended during pregnancy, plus a few vaccines in addition.
Technically Speaking: Temperature Monitoring – The “Vital Sign” for Vaccine Storage
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The “vital sign” to monitor to ensure that your vaccines remain viable is temperature.
In the Journals: Vaccines and GBS
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One study concludes that there is insufficient evidence to suggest an increased risk of GBS following vaccinations of any kind, including influenza.
Updated Acronyms and Abbreviations
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Read about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's list of acronyms and abbreviations commonly used on immunization records.
In the Journals: Pregnancy Dose Tdap and Postpartum Cocooning to Prevent Infant Pertussis
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Authors of one important study found that immunization with Tdap during pregnancy was the preferred strategy to employ to prevent infant death from pertussis.