Tag: Vaccination
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BVI Deploys Regional Support as FMD Outbreak Escalates Across SADC
Overview: FMD Threat Intensifies Across Southern Africa The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) crisis gripping Southern Africa has prompted a robust regional response. As outbreaks intensify across several SADC member states, the Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI) has announced a series of coordinated measures to support affected countries. The aim is to contain the disease, protect livelihoods, and…
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Measles Confirmed in Los Angeles County: 1st Case of 2026
Overview: First 2026 Measles Case in Los Angeles County Health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed the first measles case of 2026 involving a resident who recently traveled internationally. The case marks the beginning of this year’s public health monitoring for measles in the region, underscoring the importance of vaccination and awareness among travelers…
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Hawaii Health Officials Investigate Chickenpox Outbreak at Kauai School
Overview of the Investigation The Hawaii Department of Health announced an investigation into a chickenpox outbreak linked to Kilauea Elementary School on Kauai. At the time of the release, five cases had been confirmed among four students and one household member connected to the school community. Health officials emphasized that the threat to the general…
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Measles Case Found in Traveler at Seattle-Tacoma Airport Sparks Public Health Review
Overview A measles case has been identified in a traveler who passed through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), health officials said on Friday. The case has prompted public health authorities to review recent movements and potential exposure windows to ensure prompt notification to those at risk. What We Know About the Case Details released by health…
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Hawaii Investigates Chickenpox Outbreak at Kauai School
Overview of the Kauai Chickenpox Outbreak The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) has opened an investigation into a chickenpox outbreak at Kilauea Elementary School on Kauai. As of latest reports, five cases have been identified in four students and one household member. Health officials are working to determine how the virus spread within the school…
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Measles Case Identified in Traveler Linked to Seattle Airport Outbreak Watch
Overview: Measles case confirmed in traveler connected to Seattle area transit A confirmed measles case has been identified in a traveler who passed through the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) area, triggering public health steps to reduce further spread. Local health authorities say the individual was in public spaces while potentially contagious, prompting an advisory to…
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Nigeria advances measles-rubella elimination with second-phase vaccination drive in the South
Nigeria Accelerates Measles-Rubella Elimination with a Second-Phase Campaign in the South Nigeria is expanding its efforts to eliminate measles and rubella by launching the second phase of a nationwide vaccination campaign. The initiative targets 43 million children aged 9 months to 15 years across 16 states, with the current phase, stream one, being implemented across…
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Nigeria scales up measles-rubella elimination with second-phase vaccination drive in the South
Nigeria advances measles-rubella elimination with the second-phase vaccination drive Nigeria is intensifying its push to eliminate measles and rubella through a large-scale vaccination program. The second phase of the immunization campaign targets 43 million children aged 9 months to 15 years, spanning 16 states nationwide. This critical effort builds on the momentum of the first…
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The science behind flu superspreaders: why some people transmit flu more than others
Introduction: what makes a flu superspreader? Every flu season, a small subset of people seem to drive the majority of transmission. Researchers describe these individuals as flu superspreaders. While public health messages focus on masks, ventilation, and vaccination, the science behind superspreading looks deeper than simply being sick. It involves a confluence of biology, physiology,…
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Kenya vaccination concerns rise as girls’ vaccine debate grows, while Moody’s upgrade boosts Ruto’s standing
Rising concerns over girls’ vaccination in Kenya In several communities across Kenya, parents and guardians have expressed growing hesitation about vaccinating girls as part of national health campaigns. The resistance stems from a mix of misinformation, historical mistrust of public health initiatives, and fears about potential side effects. Local health workers report that outreach efforts…