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Ask the VEC: Is It Too Late for an Influenza Vaccine?
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Learn whether it's too late to get an influenza vaccine in December.
Around the World: Giving the Gift of Vaccination
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Vaccines truly are the gift that “keeps on giving” as they protect against dangerous and potentially fatal illnesses.
Around the World: Air Travel and Ebola Virus Disease Transmission
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It has often been said that vaccine-preventable diseases are just a plane ride away, and recent Ebola cases have brought the spread of disease via air travel to the forefront.
Feature Article: The United States Healthcare System — Something for Which to Be Thankful
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At a time of the year when people typically give thanks, and at a time in history when Ebola virus has made an appearance in the U.S., the healthcare system and infrastructure has been in the limelight.
Ask the VEC: Keeping a Newborn Healthy Around the Holidays
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Find out how to can protect your newborn who is too young to receive the influenza vaccine from getting the flu.
Did You Know? Small Clusters of Unvaccinated People Pose Threat to Entire Communities
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The CDC recently released vaccination coverage rates for children in kindergarten. Overall the news was good indicating that most kindergarten children (more than 90 of every 100) are vaccinated. However, here are a few things you need to know.
Spotlight: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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Every second of every day, the CDC has disease detectives and scientists around the world tracking diseases, researching outbreaks, and responding to medical and health emergencies of all kinds.
Feature Article: Annual Flu Vaccines a Must for Students and Families
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As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s no surprise that you’re now seeing information about the availability of influenza vaccinations in your community. Please don’t ignore these very important reminders.
Ask the VEC: Why Do I Need a Flu Shot?
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Find out why it's important to get the influenza vaccine every year even if you've never gotten the flu.
Did You Know? Less Than Half of Adults Get the Flu Vaccine — Even Though It Works!
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In 2013, less than half of adults got the flu vaccine — even though it works!