Tag: Immunization
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HPV Milestone, Measles Progress and Worsening Cholera Outbreak: Weekly African Health Update
HPV vaccination gains across Africa mark a significant milestone Across Africa, vaccination campaigns against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are expanding, signaling a notable shift in the continent’s battle against HPV-related diseases. Health ministries report increased vaccine uptake among school-age girls and, in several countries, expanded eligibility to older cohorts as part of catch-up programs. Experts…
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CDC Revisions: What the Autism-Vaccine Link Update Means for Public Health
What changed and why it matters In a move that drew attention from researchers, healthcare professionals, and parents alike, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention quietly updated its Autism and Vaccines webpage. The edit shifts away from presenting a definitive claim that vaccines do not cause autism and instead acknowledges complexities in the scientific…
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Central America Leads the Way: Digital Yellow Fever Certificates Roll Out in El Salvador and Costa Rica
Overview: A regional milestone in travel health The Americas have achieved a historic milestone by issuing digital yellow fever vaccination certificates, with El Salvador and Costa Rica at the forefront. In collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), these Central American countries are adopting World Health Organization (WHO)…
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Indonesia Ends Polio Outbreak: Vaccination Milestone
Indonesia Concludes Poliovirus Type 2 Outbreak Jakarta, 21 November 2025 — Indonesia has officially declared the end of its outbreak of poliovirus type 2, a setback that emerged from years of inconsistent immunization coverage. The nationwide response, which included mass vaccination campaigns, enhanced surveillance, and robust community outreach, culminated in a milestone moment for the…
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Indonesia Announces Closure of Polio Outbreak
Indonesia Ends Polio Outbreak After Massive Vaccination Drive Indonesia has officially declared the closure of its polio outbreak, marking a landmark victory for the country’s public health system. The outbreak, which emerged from years of uneven immunization coverage, prompted a large-scale response aimed at protecting children and restoring high vaccination rates across the archipelago. Behind…
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Indonesia Declares End to Poliovirus Type 2 Outbreak After Mass Vaccination Drive
Indonesia Declares End to Poliovirus Type 2 Outbreak Jakarta, 21 November 2025 – Indonesia has officially announced the end of its outbreak of poliovirus type 2, marking a major public health milestone after years of fluctuating immunization coverage. The declaration comes on the back of an intensive vaccination campaign that reached virtually every corner of…
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Protect Babies from RSV: Essential Prevention Tips
Why RSV Matters for Babies RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a common respiratory infection that can be especially serious for infants. Pediatric experts note that while RSV is widespread in communities, certain babies are more vulnerable to severe illness. Dr. Kristin Barrett, a pediatrician at Cleveland Clinic Children’s, emphasizes the importance of protecting newborns…
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Should I Still Get the Flu Shot If It Isn’t a Perfect Match This Year? Here’s Why It Still Helps
Understanding the question: Is the flu shot worth it if the match isn’t perfect? Many people hear that a flu vaccine isn’t a perfect match for the circulating virus in a given year and wonder whether the annual shot is worth it. The short answer: yes. The full story is more nuanced. Vaccine effectiveness can…
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Alberta Premier Warns Over Measles Elimination Status: Urges Vigilance to Restore Vaccination Gains
Alberta Faces a Setback in Measles Elimination Alberta faces a troubling public health setback as the province, along with the rest of Canada, grapples with the loss of measles elimination status. Premier Danielle Smith described the development as concerning and signaled that options for reversing the trend may be limited but still essential. The comments,…
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Mirpurkhas Health Officials Mobilize for Nationwide Measles-Rubella Campaign
Mirpurkhas Prepares for National Measles-Rubella Campaign Health officials in Mirpurkhas are intensifying preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming National Measles and Rubella (MR) Prevention Campaign. A high-level meeting at the District Health Office, chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner-II Faisal Ali Soomro, emphasized the urgency of the nationwide drive and outlined steps to ensure broad community participation across…