Vaccination

Following Measles Outbreaks, Scientists Grow Wary of Renewed Threat

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Measles, a highly contagious but preventable disease, is resurging in pockets of the United States, a warning of the dangers of the ...

Mumps outbreak reported in NJ — symptoms to watch out for

Health
Rachel Carter

Health By Ben Cost Published March 6, 2024, 3:24 p.m. ET New Jersey officials are warning residents to stay alert after eight ...

Scientists study man who received over 200 COVID-19 vaccines

Health
Rachel Carter

Health By Adriana Diaz Published March 5, 2024, 8:24 p.m. ET He followed the science — and now the science is following him. ...

‘I’m sure I have Covid-19, but my test is negative’

Health
Rachel Carter

With Covid-19 outbreaks being whipped up for a fifth year, testing has emerged as a source of frustration once again. Whereas obtaining ...

Officials confirm first case of measles in Colorado resident in five years

Health
Rachel Carter

Colorado officials have confirmed the first case of measles in a state resident in five years.  The patient is an adolescent who ...

Cases of ‘100-day cough’ are rising in the UK. Here’s what you should know about whooping cough

Health
Rachel Carter

Cases of the highly contagious disease have more than tripled in the UK, with experts urging pregnant women and children to get ...

First flu deaths of 2023-24 season reported in North Carolina, health officials urge vaccination

Health
Rachel Carter

WLOS — Two adults in the western part of North Carolina died due to complications of influenza in October, marking the first ...

Alaska’s flu season arrived early this year — and with a bang

Health
Rachel Carter

Flu shots and stickers rest on a table during a drive-through flu shot clinic at Alaska Regional Hospital in Anchorage on Thursday, ...

Triple Threat – Single Vaccine Protects Against Three Deadly Strains of Coronavirus

Health
Rachel Carter

Duke researchers have successfully developed a pan-coronavirus vaccine, effective against three deadly strains, with proven efficacy in mouse studies. This advancement paves ...