Immunization

British study supports exogenous boosting theory.

It’s never too far into flu season to educate patients.

A new method to produce vaccines could result in longer-lasting, cheaper vaccines and eliminate the need for refrigeration. 

Millennials were least likely to receive the flu vaccine and were the least-informed about the risks of influenza.

Quick intervention can reduce duration and severity of shingles.

Seqirus’ influenza A (H5N1) monovalent vaccine, adjuvanted (Audenz) is the first-ever adjuvanted, cell-based vaccine to protect against pandemic influenza A (H5N1). 

Flu vaccine effectiveness data are not available yet, but the latest flu-related death and hospitalization estimates are in.

The impact of herpes zoster can be measured in a number of different ways.

Novavax’s recombinant quadrivalent flu vaccine candidate (NanoFlu) is being evaluated in an ongoing phase 3 clinical study for use in older adults.

Shingles vaccination recommended by CDC and ADCES.

Progress has been made, but there’s still a long road ahead.

A 2016 California policy that eliminated non-medical vaccination exemptions for schoolchildren was linked to an increase in vaccine coverage.

Patients with diabetes are at risk for complications from vaccine-preventable diseases, making immunization especially critical.

A new study of a vaccine used against a pneumonia-causing bacteria found that cases of severe pneumonia decreased by 35% among those children who had received the vaccine.

Offering immunizations is a smart business move, especially for independent pharmacies. 

Recent outbreaks in the United States are a reason to be concerned about vaccine misinformation getting to the public through social media. 

A study examined influenza vaccination requirements for children who attend child care centers.

Conveniently for pharmacists and their patients, both the flu shot and Shingrix (RZV) can be administered during the same clinical visit.

Study shows measles can make other antibodies less effective.

An effective HIV vaccine has proven elusive, but a new type of vaccine may provide results.

Enhancing vaccination programs increase revenue and clientele base.

Approved for ages 65 and older.

Results of multi-generational study indicates risk reduction potential.

Study shows that efficacy is a major concern.

Mothers and babies need the influenza and whooping cough vaccines, CDC says.

One child has already died from complications.

After last year’s drawn-out flu season, the CDC weighs in on what to expect in 2019-2020

Only 50% of COPD patients are estimated to be vaccinated.

Will be part of the U.S.’s public health emergency medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.