Major physician groups are issuing their own RSV, flu, and COVID vaccine recommendations due to confusion from the CDC and ACIP. Highlighted recommendations include vaccinating all children aged 6 months and older against the flu, and specific COVID and RSV… Read More »Physician groups update COVID, RSV, flu vaccine recommendations
Moderna’s mRNA-1010 flu vaccine has received FDA approval for adults aged 50 and older, marking it as the first mRNA-based flu vaccine in the U.S. It demonstrates 26.6% higher effectiveness than standard vaccines. While adverse events were more frequent, most… Read More »FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine for people over 50
In April 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the flu vaccine voluntary for military personnel, claiming it weakened war-fighting capabilities. Following this change, a flu outbreak occurred at Joint Base San Antonio, leading to 275 infections and one recruit’s death.… Read More »Pentagon flu vaccine policy caused an outbreak at a military base?
A recent clinical trial revealed that Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine showed a 26.6% higher effectiveness than standard flu vaccines among adults over 50. While it had more reported adverse effects, most were mild. Concerns persist about regulatory approval and acceptance,… Read More »Moderna mRNA flu vaccine more effective than standard shot
A recent study indicates that the high-dose flu vaccine reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer’s dementia by 20% in seniors. While the exact reasons remain unclear, vaccines may help prevent diseases that elevate dementia risk. Seniors are encouraged to receive… Read More »Flu vaccine linked to 22% decline in risk of Alzheimer’s dementia
A new survey from the CDC provides data on how many US healthcare workers are receiving flu and COVID vaccines in the 2024-2025 season. Although the numbers aren’t as high as I would have liked, it is still higher than… Read More »How many healthcare workers are getting flu and COVID vaccines
The CDC reports declining vaccination rates by age two for five vaccines among children born in 2021-2022, while overall coverage remains steady compared to previous years. Significant disparities exist among different demographic groups. The full impact of recent vaccine schedule… Read More »CDC reports vaccination rates have dropped for five vaccines
On February 10, 2026, the FDA denied Moderna’s biologics license application for its mRNA flu vaccine, citing insufficient trial data. After a meeting with Moderna on February 18, the FDA agreed to review a revised application, aiming for potential approval… Read More »FDA reverses itself and will review Moderna mRNA flu vaccine
On February 10, 2026, the FDA denied Moderna’s request for a biologics license application for its mRNA flu vaccine, mRNA-1010, citing inadequate trials. This refusal may hinder vaccine innovation and marketability in the U.S., reflecting concerns over anti-vaccine influences, particularly… Read More »FDA refused to review the Moderna mRNA flu vaccine application
Many flu and cold supplements lack scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness and are generally a waste of money. The best prevention against flu is vaccination. Claims that these supplements boost the immune system are oversimplified and misleading. Evidence-based treatments exist,… Read More »Flu and cold supplements — mostly, they are worthless