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FDA approves world's 1st chikungunya vaccine
There's now an FDA-approved vaccine for chikungunya, a mosquito-spread virus that can cause fever, severe joint pain, and rarely, death.
Who should get the new COVID vaccines? What to know about the 2023-2024 shots
New COVID vaccines have been approved to guard against coronavirus variants that are currently circulating.
Novavax's new COVID vaccine cleared for use by FDA
An updated COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax has been authorized by the FDA, joining the two vaccines already cleared for use.
Inexpensive new malaria vaccine is a 'vital tool' to protect tens of millions of people
The World Health Organization has recommended the use of a malaria vaccine called Matrix-M, which is anticipated to boost the vaccine supply.
Prenatal RSV vaccine protects newborns from the virus, CDC says
The CDC recommends a newly approved RSV vaccine be given during the last trimester of pregnancy to protect newborns.
New 'inverse vaccine' could wipe out autoimmune diseases, but more research is needed
An "inverse vaccine," which selectively suppresses the immune system, treated multiple sclerosis in mice. But how well could this new approach work in people?
When should you get a flu shot? What to know for the 2023-2024 flu season
When should you get a flu shot, and which shot should people with egg allergies get? Here's CDC guidance for the 2023-2024 flu season.
RSV: Symptoms, treatments, antibodies and vaccines
In healthy children and adults, RSV typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but it can cause more serious disease in infants, young kids and older people.
