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MMR-Autism Link Debunked ... Again

Not even a hint of relationship in large Danish study

ACIP: After WHO Delay, FDA Waits to Select Flu Strains for Vax

Also, ACIP issues new language on vaccines for anthrax and Japanese encephalitis

Morning Break: Rebranding Eating Disorders; Spike in Kratom Concerns; Vaccine Laws

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the MedPage Today staff

Significant Decline in Precancerous Cervical Lesions in U.S.

Proportion of lesions with HPV16/18 fall across age, ethnic groups

Higher Risk of Shingles Seen in Patients With Certain Cancers

Vaccine development may help with prevention of herpes zoster in this population

Morning Break: Measles Rebound; New FDA Warnings; Cancer Dx Scares

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the MedPage Today staff

Morning Break: Dead-Butt Syndrome; Last Word on Cellphone Radiation; States vs Pharma

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the MedPage Today staff

One Dose of Cholera Vaccine Immunogenic in Kids

Trial paves way for Vaxchora pediatric indication, though more studies planned

Still No Clarity on Merck's Ebola Vax in Congo

Data suggest effectiveness but too many variables to be sure

Single-Dose Cholera Vaccine May Only Protect Short Term

But data from Haiti showed two doses were required for long-term immunity

ACIP: Routinely Vaccinate Homeless Against HepA

Homelessness denotes increased risk for contracting disease

No Infection Dx for Abx; Combo Tx for MRSA Scores; CMV Vax Promising

Presentations, late-breaking clinical trials cover a variety of topics

'We Have a Good, But Not Great, Flu Vaccine'

William Schaffner, MD discusses the technologies that can make it better

Study: Cell-Based Flu Vax Not Superior to Egg-Based Vax

No significant difference in effectiveness against influenza A in 2017-2018 season

ACIP Issues Flu Season Guidance, Anthrax Vax in a 'Mass Event'

Committee also heard data on cell-cultured influenza vaccines

Is Immunity to MMR Vax Waning?

Mumps infection confirmed in vaccinated military members

Current DTaP Vaccines Deemed Safe

But efficacy against pertussis could be better

Mumps and Boosters; Ecigs and Quitting: It's PodMed Double T!

This week's topics include sinusitis treatment, low back pain management, waning mumps immunity, and e-cigarettes and quitting attempts

ACIP Reinstates FluMist for 2018-2019 Flu Season

Committee persuaded by new efficacy analyses

Slow Medicine: Omega-3s, Zoster Vaccination, and Bariatric Surgery

Thoughtful review of hot-button topics in the news

In RA Patients, 2-Week Methotrexate Holiday Boosts Flu Vax Efficacy

Pragmatic trial shows 15%-20% bump in antibody titers

Study Questions Durability of MMR Vaccine

Findings point to the need for booster doses in adults

H7N9 Flu Changes Worry Experts

'Huge surge' in cases in China in 2016-17 season

Hepatitis A Outbreak to Greet IDWeek

Homeless bear brunt of disease; delegates at low risk

Make the Diagnosis: More Than a Mosquito Bite

Case Findings: A 52-year-old man who had returned from an end-of-summer camping trip in Vermont two weeks earlier went to the doctor complaining of a severe headache in the front of his head and a widespread rash of blanching macules. The illness had started a few days earlier with just a mild fever, myalgias, and some loss of appetite. Despite feeling terrible, he joked that his trip was fun, but he's pretty sure the mosquito is the unofficial bird of Vermont. What is your diagnosis?

Morning Break: Antibiotics Running Out; Teen Sex Interest Drops; Children Drive to OR

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the MedPage Today staff

AIDS Science Meeting Returns to Paris

Leaders vow to battle to preserve research into virus

ASCO: HPV Vax Averts Oral Infections in Young Adults

But low uptake did limit impact

Unvaccinated Amish Woman Contracts Obstetric Tetanus (MMWR)

Home birth assisted by unlicensed community childbirth assistant

ACIP: One-Dose HepB Vax OK for Some Infants Needing Revaccination

Two more doses needed if infant still non-responsive after testing, committee advises

Morning Break: World's Largest Penis; Sex Bias in Breast Milk; Cervical Ca Deaths

Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff

ACIP Dumps FluMist for Upcoming Influenza Season

Interim recommendation not to use intranasal spray

ACIP: Cholera Vax Recommended for Travelers

Also MenACWY vaccines recommended for persons with HIV

ASM Microbe: Two Meetings in One

Microbiology society combines two premier meetings

Obamacare Boosts DTaP Vaccine Rates

Less cost-sharing also led to higher vaccination completion rates

Expectant Moms Mount Positive Immune Response to Tdap Vax

Findings bolster current recommendations to vaccinate in pregnancy

Flu Shot Safe for Surgical Inpatients

Study busts "urban legend" on risks from vaccination

Are Masks a Good Alternative to Flu Shots for Healthcare Workers?

At some hospitals, it's vaccinate or be fired

PodMed: A Medical News Roundup From Johns Hopkins

This week's topics include complications following surgery for urinary incontinence, real-life data on HIV prevention in high-risk men, transmission of pertussis among siblings, and telemedicine recommendations.

CDC's Meningitis B Vax Recommendation Faces Criticism

Lack of universal recommendation deemed "confusing for parents"

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