Despite increased HPV vaccination and better screening, cervical cancer is still common and deadly.
There has been a lot of back-and-forth about whether healthy kids need a COVID vaccine at all, but a smaller benefit is still a benefit.
A large survey shows that most people understand that genes contribute to autism risk, but many still believe vaccines and Tylenol are factors.
By comparing test-negative with test-positive patients, researchers winnow the proportion of symptoms attributable to long COVID by 84%.
A large unvaccinated population plus waning herd immunity created the perfect conditions for the virus to infect adults.
Two papers and an editorial highlight the need for better awareness of the importance of vitamin K for newborns.
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In 2 surveys, 28% and 27% of respondents said they had exaggerated or fabricated symptoms to get antibiotics for themselves or their child, respectively.
The humanitarian organization MSF says anecdotal evidence suggests the vaccine may offer cross-protection against the Bundibugyo virus.
“Now is the time to get your [flu] vaccine. Especially those under 25 should be encouraged to get vaccinated earlier than usual, meaning now."
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