Parents PACK Newsletter Archive
Vaccine News & Notes — February 2023
Learn about the decrease in numbers of completely unvaccinated children in the CDC’s annual survey, and check out “The Vaccine Quest,” a free online course for anyone who wants to find out more about vaccines.
Feature Article — Adult Vaccine Recommendations? What Should I Know?
Find out about recent changes to adult vaccine recommendations and what drove them.
Vaccine News & Notes — January 2023
Find out about an association between COVID-19 vaccination and length of menstrual cycle; learn about a new video series, "Vaccine-Preventable Disease: The Forgotten Story," and more.
Feature Article — Science Made Easy: Viral Transmission, Human Immunity & the Gap Called “Immunity Debt”
In this video feature article, Dr. Offit discusses the concept of “immunity debt” (also called “immunity gap”). Find out more.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Can I Teach My Toddler Healthy Habits?
Find out how Dr. Lori Handy teaches her own young children to develop healthy habits, like toothbrushing and handwashing.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Can I Keep My Newborn Healthy before Vaccinations?
Hear Dr. Lori Handy’s three tips for protecting newborns from infections.
Feature Article: What Is RSV?
Find out how RSV replicates and spreads, and learn about typical symptoms, timeline and high-risk groups.
Feature Article — Flu Vaccine: What’s in the Vial?
Wondering about the ingredients in flu vaccines? Find out what is and isn't in them and why.
Feature Article: DYK Why HPV Doesn’t Mean Cheating? Take Our Quiz.
Most people will be exposed to HPV at some point in their lives. See what you know about HPV by taking our multiple-choice quiz.
Feature Article — Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) & Vaccines: The Risks and Recommendations
Find info about GBS, how it relates to vaccines, and vaccine-related recommendations for those who previously experienced GBS.