Record 216 Pediatric Flu Deaths Reported This Season by US CDC
US CDC: A record 216 pediatric flu deaths this season – the first high-severity cycle since 2017-2018. Experts urge annual vaccination for ages 6 months and older.
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Measles Outbreak Escalates in Texas, Crosses Into Mexico
A measles outbreak in Texas fueled by low vaccination rates is now spreading to Mexico, with U.S. cases surging in 2025.
Measles Outbreak in Texas: Unvaccinated Children Linked to Rising Cases
A measles outbreak in West Texas, driven by unvaccinated children, is spreading even to some vaccinated individuals. Health officials respond.
Measles Outbreak in West Texas Reaches 48 Cases: Worst in 30 Years
A measles outbreak in West Texas has surged to 48 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children and teens, marking the state’s worst outbreak in nearly 30 years. Health officials urge vaccinations.
Congo Begins First Mpox Vaccination Drive to Control Outbreak
Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign to contain the outbreak affecting multiple African nations, addressing previous vaccine inequities.
Congo Initiates First Mpox Vaccination Campaign to Combat Outbreak
Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign in Goma to tackle the outbreak spreading across African nations, addressing previous vaccine access inequities.
FDA Greenlights Updated COVID-19 Vaccines for Fall and Winter Campaign
FDA approves updated Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines targeting the KP.2 variant for upcoming fall and winter vaccinations, while Novavax awaits authorization.
Pertussis Spreads in Philippines: 40 Dead as Outbreak Grows
Philippines faces a rising pertussis outbreak with 40 deaths and over 500 cases reported since January. Health officials urge vaccination to curb the spread.
Chile Launches Sinovac Vaccination for Young Children, Targeting 700,000 Doses
On December 6, Chile began administering China’s Sinovac vaccines to children aged three to five, aiming to vaccinate nearly 700,000 young residents.
Vaccination Education Urged by Johannesburg Resident Amid Omicron Spike
Johannesburg residents call for increased government education on vaccinations as the Omicron variant becomes dominant, straining South Africa’s healthcare system.