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Feature Article — Adult Vaccine Recommendations? What Should I Know?
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Find out about recent changes to adult vaccine recommendations and what drove them.
Vaccine News & Notes — February 2023
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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.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Can I Teach My Toddler Healthy Habits?
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Find out how Dr. Lori Handy teaches her own young children to develop healthy habits, like toothbrushing and handwashing.
Feature Article — Science Made Easy: Viral Transmission, Human Immunity & the Gap Called “Immunity Debt”
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In this video feature article, Dr. Offit discusses the concept of “immunity debt” (also called “immunity gap”). Find out more.
Vaccine News & Notes — January 2023
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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.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: How Can I Keep My Newborn Healthy before Vaccinations?
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Hear Dr. Lori Handy’s three tips for protecting newborns from infections.
Feature Article: What Is RSV?
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Find out how RSV replicates and spreads, and learn about typical symptoms, timeline and high-risk groups.
Dr. Handy’s Corner — Viruses: Home for the Holidays
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Dr. Lori Handy offers 3 keys to keeping viruses out of your house this holiday season.
Vaccine News & Notes — December 2022
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Read about the legacy of Dr. Samuel Katz. Find tips for making vaccine conversations more comfortable this holiday season.
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.