Measles Outbreaks and Flu Vaccine Season
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This article includes videos and downloadable resources about measles and influenza infections and the vaccines that help to prevent them.
Vaccine Education Center News and Updates
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Free Film Viewing of the Award-winning Documentary, Hilleman
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In honor of Maurice Hilleman’s 100th birthday, the Vaccine Makers Project is offering free viewing of the award-winning documentary, Hilleman: A Perilous Quest to Save the World’s Children, on Aug. 30.
Dr. Offit Talks about Different Vaccine Recommendations and What They Mean
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Recommendations can vary for different vaccines. This can cause confusion for parents making vaccine decisions. In this short video, Dr. Offit describes different types of vaccine recommendations using the meningococcal B vaccine as a key example.
Dr. Offit Addresses Reintroduction of Intranasal Flu Vaccine and Recommendations for Use
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After a three-year hiatus, the intranasal flu vaccine is once again recommended for use during the 2018-2019 influenza season. In these videos, Dr. Offit explains the changes to the intranasal flu vaccine and the recommendations regarding its use by the CDC and AAP.
Dr. Offit Addresses New Hepatitis B Vaccine for Adults
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A new hepatitis B vaccine is now available for adults. The vaccine requires only two doses, as opposed to three of other versions, and has the potential to increase adult hepatitis B vaccine rates. In this short video, Dr. Offit explains the origins and benefits of this new hepatitis B vaccine.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Dr. Paul Offit Receives the 2018 Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal
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Leader of CHOP's Vaccine Education Center is recognized for co-invention of the oral rotavirus vaccine and tireless advocacy for immunization.
New Shingles Vaccine Changes Recommendations for Adults
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Paul A. Offit, MD, discusses the benefits of a new shingles vaccine, called Shingrix®, as well as how it differs from the existing shingles vaccine.
Dr. Offit Address the Question "Why Can’t We Make a Better Flu Vaccine?"
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Influenza is the only vaccine-preventable disease that requires vaccination each year. Dr. Paul Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center, discusses the scientific challenges to making a better vaccine.
Vaccine News & Notes — September 2017
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Watch Dr. Offit's latest video about HPV vaccine safety; read CDC's recommendations for halting the spread of germs, and find vaccine-related infographics.
Dr. Offit Addresses HPV Vaccine and Chronic Disease
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Despite the proven safety and effectiveness of HPV vaccine, the vaccine remains underutilized. One reason is because of misinformation about the vaccine’s safety and chronic diseases. In this short video, Dr. Offit discusses these concerns.