According to CDC data, kindergarten vaccination rates for 2025-2026 have declined, with exemptions reaching an all-time high, primarily due to non-medical refusals. Key vaccines like MMR and polio saw slight decreases. This worrying trend poses risks for community immunity and… Read More »2025-2026 school vaccination rates drop, exemptions rise
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
HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr’s ACIP revised MMRV vaccine recommendations, eliminating its first dose option due to a slight increase in febrile seizure risk, despite the actual risks being minor. Separate MMR and varicella vaccines are still recommended, as… Read More »RFK Jr’s vaccine advisory committee changes MMRV guidance
This article by Professor Dorit Rubinstein Reiss addresses common vaccine safety myths, emphasizing that vaccines undergo extensive testing and are safe. It refutes misconceptions about vaccine combinations and safety testing against placebos, highlighting the reliability of multiple studies. Vaccine safety… Read More »Vaccine safety and effectiveness testing – debunking anti-vax myths
Recent CDC data reveals a slight decline in US childhood vaccination rates from the 2023-24 to the 2024-25 school years, alongside a rise in non-medical exemptions. Continued misinformation surrounding vaccines may exacerbate the situation, risking herd immunity and potentially leading… Read More »US childhood vaccination rate drops in 2024-25 school year
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. incorrectly claims that Europe does not utilize the chickenpox vaccine, asserting it leads to increased shingles cases. Contrary to his statements, many European countries recommend the vaccine. Additionally, there is no evidence that chickenpox… Read More »RFK Jr says Europe does not use chickenpox vaccine — wrong
The post emphasizes the high vaccination rates among American children and teens, with over 90% vaccinated against critical diseases. However, recent polls show declining confidence among some parents, especially Republicans, in vaccines. Concerns rise over misinformation potentially impacting future vaccination… Read More »Vaccines are still very popular with Americans
The pandemic has led to decreased US vaccination rates for children, with a significant drop in those entering school and increased non-medical exemptions, rising from 2% to 3.7% since 2017-18. While rates remain around 90%, below the 95% herd immunity… Read More »US school-entry vaccine rates fall, exemptions rise
A new study shows that shingles increases the risk of cognitive decline, corroborating earlier findings that the shingles vaccine reduces this risk. The virus can cause serious complications, especially in older individuals. The study highlights the importance of the vaccine,… Read More »New study shows that shingles increases risk of cognitive decline
A new study indicates that the shingles vaccine can reduce the risk of dementia, corroborating earlier findings. Shingles, caused by the Varicella zoster virus, can reemerge later in life, leading to serious health issues. Preventing shingles through vaccination may also… Read More »Dementia risk reduced by shingles vaccine