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Even small drops in vaccination rates for US children can lead to disease outbreaks

Even small drops in vaccination rates for US children can lead to disease outbreaks

Most states require childhood vaccinations for measles, mumps, tetanus, rubella, chickenpox and whooping cough.

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David Higgins

Hepatitis B shot for newborns has nearly eliminated childhood infections with this virus in the US

Hepatitis B shot for newborns has nearly eliminated childhood infections with this virus in the US

Before universal vaccination for hepatitis B began in 1991, 18,000 children contracted the virus by age 10 each year, and most of them developed...

19.09.2025 3

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David Higgins

FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines with new restrictions, potentially limiting access for healthy children

Healthy children may now only receive a COVID-19 vaccine ‘off-label’ – but in many states, pharmacists and other non-physicians may not be able...

28.08.2025 4

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David Higgins

Pediatricians’ association recommends COVID-19 vaccines for toddlers and some older children, breaking with CDC guidance

For 30 years, vaccine recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have aligned closely with those from the American Academy...

20.08.2025 1

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David Higgins

Conflicting Federal COVID Vaccine Guidance Leaves Families Mired in Uncertainty

As kids prepare to return to school, parents confront constricting vaccine access and a dearth of sound medical advice.

13.08.2025 4

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David Higgins

COVID-19 vaccines for kids are mired in uncertainty amid conflicting federal guidance

Abrupt policy changes and confusing public messaging have injected confusion in back-to-school vaccine protocols.

13.08.2025 4

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David Higgins