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November 20

CDC quietly changes vaccine and autism stance after years of controversy

The CDC changed its stance on its vaccines and autism link after the Department of Health and Human Services launched a comprehensive assessment of potential autism causes.

November 20

COVID vaccine under new scrutiny after studies reveal possible health risks

Research links COVID vaccination to higher acute kidney injury risk within one year, though vaccinated people showed lower overall death rates from all causes.

November 19

Flu vaccine being 'less effective' this winter does not mean it won't work, doctor says

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani explains how the H3N2 flu strain could affect the upcoming winter season on 'America Reports.'

November 13

Surge in whooping cough cases in southern state prompts health alerts

Texas reports nearly quadruple the whooping cough cases than last year, with over 3,500 infections. Health officials urge vaccination as pertussis spreads statewide.

October 27

Shingles vaccine connected to ‘exciting’ health benefits in large study

New research reveals the shingles vaccine may cut vascular dementia risk by half, offering unexpected brain protection beyond preventing painful rash outbreaks.

October 23

Cancer survival appears to double with common vaccine, researchers say

A new study finds that combining the COVID vaccine with immunotherapy may nearly double cancer survival rates — patients lived an average of 37.3 months compared to 20.6 months without the vaccine.

October 23

Mpox strain surfaces in US without international travel, raising fears of wider outbreak

The California Department of Health reports that three hospitalized clade I mpox patients are now recovering, marking the first community spread without international travel history.

October 9

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

October 8

Mask mandates return in wealthy blue state county, leaders cite 'risk of COVID' and up vaccine recommendations

A California county known for its vineyards is reinstating a mask mandate and strengthening vaccine guidance, citing “greater COVID risk" as flu season begins.

October 8

Vaccine debate heats up as officials weigh splitting combined MMR into single doses

Medical experts and vaccine maker Merck reject HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill's suggestion to split the MMR vaccine into individual measles, mumps and rubella shots.