November 12th 2024
The FDA cleared Novavax to start enrolling the planned phase 3 trial after a safety concern was found to be unrelated to the combination vaccine.
November 11th 2024
Insights on how to manage the "triple threat" of flu, RSV, and COVID-19 this season.
October 7th 2024
Less than one-quarter of people infected with influenza-associated severe acute respiratory illness were vaccinated, according to a new report.
September 30th 2024
Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.
September 20th 2024
FluMist is the first influenza vaccine that does not have to be given by a health care professional.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of September 2, 2021
Data from the CDC on the Delta variant and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
3 Flu Vaccine Conundrums: Who Needs a Shot and When?
Who needs a flu shot and when is not always straightforward. This year it's more important than ever to know what the CDC recommends. Start with 3 short scenarios.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of September 1, 2021
Myocarditis as Metaphor for COVID-19 Vaccine Risk-Benefit Calculation
There is a very small risk of myocarditis after the second dose of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. How small? And how small vs the risks associated with infection?
Flu Seasons Compared: 8 Questions on 2020-2021 and What Might Happen This Year
Test what you know about flu seasons past and what the flu season present might have in store with 8 questions based on the history. Remember: Winter is coming.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 31, 2021
ESC 2021: Flu Vaccine Cuts Risk of Death, Heart Attack in Patients with Heart Disease
ESC Congress 2021: Results from the largest trial of its kind suggest that flu vaccination should be part of in-hospital treatment after myocardial infarction.
The 2021-2022 Flu Vaccine: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
There is something new with the flu and the vaccine against it every year. We summarized answers to 10 questions frequently asked by patients and clinicians alike.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 30, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 27, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 26, 2021
7 New COVID-19 Vaccine Myths and What to Tell your Patients
SAMPLE: "Can being near a fully vaccinated person affect my menstrual cycle?" Plus 6 more COVID-19 vaccine myths patients may ask about and the facts to refute them.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 25, 2021
The Delta variant makes up approximately 98% of COVID-19 cases in the US, according to the latest CDC estimates.
Adult Vaccination Against Preventable Diseases Now Urgent, says NAIIS
Low rates of routine adult vaccination, reduced further during the 2020-21 pandemic months, threaten a surge in these conditions as the US reopens, says the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit.
How Effective is the Flu Vaccine: 10 Questions on Patient Misconceptions
Influenza season brings vaccine fear and misconceptions every year. Stay ahead of patients with our quiz on their questions for you.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 24, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 23, 2021
FDA Fully Approves Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is the first to receive full approval from the FDA.
8 More Ways to Talk to the Vaccine-hesitant
Talking to the COVID-19 vaccine-hesitant folks in your circle can be difficult. These 8 slides offer some new and some tried and true tips on how to approach the topic
AAFP to FDA: Authorize COVID-19 Vaccination for US Children
AAFP, citing the increased health threat posed by the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant, is calling on the FDA to expand current EUA to include patients younger than 12 years.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 20, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Performance: What’s Currently Known?
How effective are the 3 authorized COVID-19 vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection? Virus variants? Get updated on the latest evidence in our quick slideshow.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 19, 2021
9 States, 2 Cities Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination for all Health Care Workers
Delta variant rising and vaccine immunity possibly on the wane are 2 reasons cited by state governors and city mayors for requiring full vaccination of health care personnel.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 18, 2021
HHS Joint Statement Outlines Official Plan for Rollout of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots
In a new joint statement, the HHS officially recommends booster shots of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and outlines plan to start rollout this fall.
ACP: Ensure Adult Routine Vaccinations are Up to Date as Flu and COVID Meet Again
The American College of Physicians urges clinicians to make sure adult patients, especially the most vulnerable, are protected against preventable diseases as COVID spreads and flu is imminent.
COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters May be Recommended for Most Americans
Recommendation for a COVID-19 booster for vaccinated Americans could come by Wednesday; some experts say data are too sparse to support the move.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 17, 2021
Back to School: Parents, the Pandemic, and the COVID Vaccine
COVID-19 vaccination mandates are not popular with parents of school-aged children, but masks for unvaccinated students and teachers are. More on a new KFF survey.