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Just the Vax Trivia Corner
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Who should get the influenza vaccine? Find out.
Feature Article — Flu Vaccine: What’s in the Vial?
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Wondering about the ingredients in flu vaccines? Find out what is and isn't in them and why.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: What Should I Consider When It Comes to Air Filtration in My Home?
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Dr. Handy talks about two types of air filtration systems in homes and who might need an extra filtration device.
Vaccine News & Notes — November 2022
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Find info about RSV, including vaccine progress and treatments. Download our revised "Infectious Diseases and Pregnancy" Q&A, and learn about a new book collection to help kids cope.
Vaccine News & Notes — October 2022
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Check out our updated resources, including an infographic about vaccines and the immune system and our Q&A about infectious diseases and travel. Also, see who won the 2022 Maurice R. Hilleman Essay Contest.
Feature Article: Aluminum and Asthma?
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Find out about a study related to aluminum and asthma, and see why the findings should be viewed with caution.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Do I Make Sure My Child Has a Strong Immune System?
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Dr. Handy describes three ways that parents can prepare their children to fight infections.
Feature Article: Fall and Flu Vaccines: 3 Things to Know and 1 Common Misconception
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As school starts; leaves start to turn red, yellow and orange; and pumpkin spice scents the air, we wanted to make sure you have the latest info on influenza vaccine.
Vaccine News & Notes — September 2022
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Watch Dr. Offit's new video about the COVID-19 bivalent vaccines; download a copy of the recommended immunization schedule for kids under 2, and check out the redesigned Parents PACK homepage.
Dr. Handy's Corner: Get to know Lori
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“Meet” Dr. Handy and find out about this new monthly Parents PACK column.