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Vaccine for superbugs? New shot shows promise in early tests
A new vaccine, so far tested only in mice, broadly activates the immune system against a wide array of bacteria and fungi.
Measles deaths jumped over 40% from 2021 to 2022, CDC reports
Declines in measles vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic have been tied to an uptick in measles cases, deaths and major outbreaks worldwide.
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?
