Tag: Pneumococcal Vaccine


  • Southeast Manitoba Flu Shot Clinics Start This Week with Seasonal Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines

    Southeast Manitoba Flu Shot Clinics Start This Week with Seasonal Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines

    Vaccination season kicks off across the southeast Seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics begin this week in the southeast, offering a convenient way for residents to protect themselves as the winter months approach. Dr. Mahmoud Khodaveisi, Medical Officer of Health for Southern Health-Sante Sud, announced the first clinics will take place on Wednesday, with sessions…

  • Expanding Meningitis Vaccination to Guard Against Multiple Strains

    Expanding Meningitis Vaccination to Guard Against Multiple Strains

    Why Expanding Meningitis Vaccination Matters As World Meningitis Day highlighted the diverse forms of meningitis, experts warned that vaccines targeting a single strain may not be enough to protect individuals from the full spectrum of this serious infection. Pediatric neurologist Jo Janette de la Calzada emphasized that even vaccinated individuals, particularly children, can still be…

  • Vaccines Against Dementia: New Hope From Existing Shots

    Vaccines Against Dementia: New Hope From Existing Shots

    Rising Dementia Burden and the Promise of Vaccines Dementia remains a major global health challenge. Current estimates place the number of people living with dementia at more than 55 million worldwide, with nearly 10 million new cases each year. If trends continue, the World Health Organization projects the prevalence could triple by 2050. Dementia is…

  • Vaccines Against Dementia: New Hope From Existing Vaccines

    Vaccines Against Dementia: New Hope From Existing Vaccines

    Rising Dementia Burden and the Promise of Prevention Dementia remains a major global health challenge. Current estimates indicate more than 55 million people live with dementia worldwide, with about 10 million new cases each year. Without a cure, the burden grows as populations age, and projections suggest that the number of affected individuals could triple…

  • Essential Vaccines: What You Need and Their Costs

    Essential Vaccines: What You Need and Their Costs

    Introduction to Essential Vaccines Vaccines are a crucial part of maintaining public health and preventing the spread of infectious diseases. As colder months approach, it’s essential to be aware of the vaccines necessary for your health and well-being. This article outlines the essential vaccines you need, their costs, and why they matter. Key Vaccines to…