Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
US risks losing measles elimination status with record cases
The United States risks losing its measles "elimination status" if current outbreaks continue, US health authorities said Thursday.
May 31, 2019
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Women's wellness: Vaccinations important for pregnant women
Vaccines have received a lot of news attention lately. And while vaccinations are most often thought of as a childhood rite of passage, adults need immunizations to remain healthy, too.
May 29, 2019
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Vaccination
Can a business owner require staffers to get vaccinated?
Small business owners worried about the spread of measles may want to be sure their staffers have been vaccinated, but before issuing any orders, they should speak with a labor law attorney or human resources consultant.
May 28, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
California bill to tighten vaccine exemptions moves forward
A bill that would tighten control over vaccination exemptions for children in California was sent by state senators to the Assembly on Wednesday.
May 24, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The key to avoiding measles: knowing your vaccination history
In the face of the worst measles outbreak in the United States in more than 25 years, some adults are wondering whether they should be taking additional precautions to protect themselves from the extremely contagious disease. ...
May 23, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
First confirmed case of measles in Chicago is 8th in state this year, health officials say
A second case of measles in Cook County is the first in the city of Chicago and the eighth in the state of Illinois so far this year, according to health officials.
May 20, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study urges mandatory measles jabs as cases surge
Vaccination against measles should be mandatory for children before they start school in order to prevent future outbreaks of the resurgent disease, according to new analysis released Friday.
May 16, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Measles outbreak: Why are anti-vaxxers risking a public health crisis?
The current outbreak of measles has startled public health practitioners, who declared measles controlled over two decades ago. We are now grappling with a low-level epidemic that may become endemic. Health professionals, ...
May 14, 2019
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CDC: U.S. measles cases in 2019 reach 839
(HealthDay)—The number of reported measles cases in the United States climbed to 839 as of last week, the highest yearly total in 25 years, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday.
May 14, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Washington state limits exemptions for measles vaccine
Parents in Washington state will no longer be able to claim a personal or philosophical exemption for their children from receiving the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine before attending a day care center or school ...
May 10, 2019
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