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Ask the VEC: Necessity of Vaccines

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Even though the incidence of diseases that vaccines prevent has been dramatically reduced or eliminated, vaccines are still needed.

Did You Know? . . . One or Two per Week

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Prior to the introduction of the chickenpox vaccine in the United States, one or two children died every week from chickenpox or complications of the disease but the vaccine has reduced hospitalizations and deaths.

Around the World: Hajj and Umrah Pilgrimages

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Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages are a time to heighten spiritual awareness but pilgrims also need to heighten their awareness of health risks associated with such large gatherings and take precautions to stay healthy.