Actor Robert De Niro has lent his support to a 100,000 US dollar offer to journalists who publicise criticism of vaccination in the US. He sat on a panel of speakers led by Bobby Kennedy Jr, who urged the media to scrutinise the use of thimerosal, which contains mercury, in children’s vaccines.
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Robert De Niro backs cash offer to writers for critical vaccine articles
Actor Robert De Niro has lent his support to a 100,000 US dollar offer to journalists who publicise criticism of vaccination in the US. He sat on a panel of speakers led by Bobby Kennedy Jr, who urged the media to scrutinise the use of thimerosal, which contains mercury, in children’s vaccines.
‘Amazing dog lovers’ come together to offer vet services for First Nations dogs
Volunteers drove hundreds of kilometres to pick up dogs from First Nations communities and bring them to a mobile vet clinic in Treherne, Man., where each dog was fixed and received vaccinations. A Manitoba dog-rescue group held a spay and neuter clinic that fixed and vaccinated 80 dogs from eight southern Manitoba First Nations communities over the weekend.
Supervisors hear updates on county roads, flu
… “We just don’t want to lose the rock if we end up getting some more big snows this year,” Hamilton County Public Health Administrator Shelby Kroona told the board that the peak of the flu season is here. Kroona said the biggest strain in Iowa is the …
alert Increase in flu activity in Huron County
Huron County Public Health has recently seen an increase in flu activity in the county as well as across the state. The Ohio Department of Health’s Influenza Activity Summary has indicated an increase in flu activity above the seasonal norm or threshold for the past several weeks.
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Bandit is a dog that’s actually up for adoption at the Oregon Humane Society. Check out more at http://www.oregonhumane.org SALEM.
IPU measles outbreak likely bought in from overseas
Six cases have been confirmed at the Institute of the Pacific United New Zealand campus since February 4, cancelling classes until February 20. In the past week, one person had been hospitalised, then discharged, medical officer of health Dr Rob Weir said. No new cases had been discovered by MidCentral DHB.
Number of mumps cases in Manitoba doubles; outbreak expected to continue for months
… this is we’ve actually had very few [cases] where there have been serious outcomes,” said Dr. Richard Rusk, Manitoba Health’s medical officer assigned to vaccines. “We haven’t ended up with people in ICU.” The province has seen hospitalizations, …
TTUHSC gives back to the Panhandle through a vaccination drive
… not STDs,” Felts said. Felts said regardless of your situation no one should be exempt from receiving proper health care that can save your life. The event was held Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Tech’s Health and Sciences Center, located at …
The when, what and how of equine vaccinations
… in place to help keep horses that suffer reactions on a systematic vaccination plan without threatening their health or competition schedules. A Jump Media East and West Equine Encephalitis, West Nile, and Flu/Rhino can all be administered as …
Religious vaccine exemptions on the rise in New Jersey
More parents in New Jersey are choosing religious exemptions for child vaccinations, resulting in a steady increase in unvaccinated schoolchildren. The number of unvaccinated school-age children has public health experts worried, while vaccine-choice supporters say families are making the best decisions for their kids.
Pet of the week –
Augusta is available for adoption at the Robeson County Humane Society. He is a domestic medium-haired tabby who is about 9 months old.
About Town: 2-11-17
… by July 31 in order to have these vehicles in use by the end of the year. In August 2016, the Hawaii Department of Health identified raw scallops imported from the Philippines as the source of the hepatitis A outbreak, which sickened hundreds of …
Flu Cases Spiking Across the United States: CDC
… people in their 50s and 60s are also increasing, and may actually be outpacing those for children, the CDC reported. Health officials noted it’s still not too late to get a flu shot. That’s particularly important for the most vulnerable — the very …
Oklahoma County officials warning residents after ‘significant’ jump in flu cases
On Thursday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health announced that the number of deaths from the flu this season more than doubled in a week to 23. Two of the patients affected lived in Oklahoma and Canadian counties, and 136 people have been hospitalized in Oklahoma County with the virus. The Oklahoma City-County Health Department recommends flu vaccinations and hand hygiene to avoid the dangers of the flu.
Oklahoma County officials warning residents after ‘significant’ jump in flu cases
On Thursday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health announced that the number of deaths from the flu this season more than doubled in a week to 23. Two of the patients affected lived in Oklahoma and Canadian counties, and 136 people have been hospitalized in Oklahoma County with the virus. The Oklahoma City-County Health Department recommends flu vaccinations and hand hygiene to avoid the dangers of the flu.
Operation spay this weekend
Operation Spay Bay and the St. Joseph Bay Humane Society is teaming up this weekend to provide for a low-cost spay clinic for female cats. Clients will meet at the Humane Society shelter at 1007 10th Street in Port St. Joe at 6 a.m. ET.
Vigo County on a mission to boost childhood immunization rates with grant
“Our immunization rates for 19 to 35 month year old children are really, really low for the state,” said Chelsea Kizer, Public Health Registered Nurse. According to the Indiana State Department of Health, children of that age are the most deficient on vaccines in Vigo County.
A pediatrician explains why it’s only a matter of time before…
… safety. , and as the dad of an adult daughter with autism and other disabilities, I’m worried that our nation’s health will soon be threatened because we have not stood up to the pseudoscience and fake conspiracy claims of this movement,” Hotez …
Adults urged to get vaccinated
… in vaccination rates, with whites more likely than all other groups to be vaccinated. And she noted that adults with health insurance are two to five times more likely to be appropriately vaccinated. “It’s a double whammy for those without …
CDC Releases Updated ACIP Immunization Recommendations for 2017
The CDC has released its final 2017 updated adult vaccination recommendations approved by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices . The guidelines include information on the use of influenza, human papillomavirus , hepatitis B , and meningococcal vaccines.
New bill requires physicians to report vaccinations online
The House Health and Human Services Committee has approved legislation that would require physicians to report vaccinations to an online database after several health providers testified in support.
American Academy of Pediatrics Urges Improvement in Teen Vaccination Rates
… are less likely than younger children to receive all the recommended vaccines, threatening their long-term health. Two new AAP clinical reports, ” The Need to Optimize Adolescent Immunization” and “Practical Approaches to Optimize Adolescent …
Spokane County mumps outbreak up to 152
… on for another several weeks to two months,” said epidemiologist Anna Halloran. “But it will eventually get better.” Health officials stress the importance of vaccinations. There’s a free MMR clinic for all ages this Wednesday at the Salvation Army …
Measles outbreak at tertiary institute
Medical Officer of Health Dr Greg Simmons said MidCentral Public Health Service was working closely with organisation, which was following all reccomendations. “Public Health will continue to work with the institute to provide assistance and trace the contacts of the confirmed cases.”
Flu spreads across 40 states
Health officials across the United States are still urging people to get their flu vaccines as the virus continues to spread in 40 states and Puerto Rico and has been associated with 15 pediatric deaths, seven of them reported in the week ending January 28. The latest report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says over 12,000 cases of influenza A have been reported across the country. Fifty-one of 54 US states and territories are experiencing elevated levels of flu and flu-like illnesses.
DOH reports 57 Zika cases as of Feb. 2
By Philippine News Agency The Department of Health said Friday a total of 57 Zika cases have been reported in the country from January last year until last February 2. A vial of the NIAID Zika Virus Investigational DNA Vaccine, taken at the NIAID Vaccine Research Center’s Pilot Plant in Frederick, Maryland. It said 38 of the cases were female and 19 were male.
Judge rules for baby vaccination to avoid meningitis despite mother’s opposition
A High Court judge ruled that a seven-month-old boy should be vaccinated against infections which can lead to meningitis A baby should be vaccinated against infections which can lead to meningitis despite his mother’s opposition, a High Court judge has ruled. The seven-month-old boy’s mother said the Haemophilus Influenza Type b vaccine and the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine could cause adverse reactions.
It’s about cancer, not sex, doctors say in renewed push for HPV vaccine
… feeling it isn’t necessary for their preteens. Others contend the vaccine isn’t proven. That reluctance alarms health officials and pediatricians, who are renewing their efforts to get more U.S. and California children inoculated against HPV, …
It’s about cancer, not sex, doctors say in renewed push for HPV vaccine
… feeling it isn’t necessary for their preteens. Others contend the vaccine isn’t proven. That reluctance alarms health officials and pediatricians, who are renewing their efforts to get more U.S. and California children inoculated against HPV, …
Judge rules local authority can forcibly vaccinate baby boy despite his mother’s objections
A local authority has been granted permission by a top judge to forcibly vaccinate a seven-month-old baby boy against his mother’s wishes. The mum objected to her child receiving the jabs because she said her older children had had bad reactions to vaccinations in the past.
Florida awards grants for Zika research, vaccine development
Ten universities and research institutions in Florida have been awarded grants to speed up development of a Zika vaccine, devise new testing methods and study the long-term impacts of the mosquito-borne virus. Gov. Rick Scott announced the 34 grant awards Wednesday in Tampa.
Flu epidemic sweeps across Iowa
“So right now what we’re seeing in Iowa is that the flu is widespread which means all six regions in the state of Iowa are seeing flu activity,” said Nola Ainger, of Polk County Health. A common mistake people often confuse influenza with the stomach flu, but influenza does not include symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea.
Case of mumps diagnosed at WWU
… can protect themselves with vaccinations. A residential student was diagnosed, according to William Woods University Health Services officials, noting the student has left the university until the illness has cleared. To protect your health and the …
HPV vaccine now funded for boys
… experience. This vaccine has an excellent safety profile which has been reviewed and supported by the World Health Organization. The most common concern that arises is syncopal attacks (i.e. fainting), an effect of having an injection, which can be …
World Influenza Vaccines Market Trends and Forecasts Analysis
The influenza vaccine is one of the most lucrative segment of the global vaccines market. Influenza is a highly communicable disease and typically has the most severe impact on children and the elderly.
Mumps Outbreak Worsens in Washington State, with Nearly 300 Reported Cases
Cases of mumps in an ongoing outbreak in Washington state have continued to rise, with at least 298 likely or confirmed mumps cases, according to the state health department and the Spokane Regional Health District. There are at least 166 likely cases in King County, where Seattle is located, and 94 cases in Spokane, where at least 300 students were told to stay home due to concerns they were not up to date on their vaccinations, the health departments in those counties said Thursday.
Who should get the flu shot?
… asthma, heart and lung diseases and diabetes, and people with increased risk of exposure to influenza, which includes health care workers. Influenza viruses evolve constantly. Twice a year WHO (World Health Organisation) makes recommendations to …
Mandatory Flu Vaccinations? Immunize Yourself Against Religious Discrimination Claims
… lieu of a vaccination that would help eliminate the risk of the transmission of disease to others. For example, some health care employers consider requiring non-vaccinated employees to wear face masks around certain patients. Finally, remember that …
Mandatory Flu Vaccinations? Immunize Yourself Against Religious Discrimination Claims
… lieu of a vaccination that would help eliminate the risk of the transmission of disease to others. For example, some health care employers consider requiring non-vaccinated employees to wear face masks around certain patients. Finally, remember that …