Influenza Vaccination Cuts Risk of Critical Illness in Children
During a season predominated by 2 vaccine-mismatched viruses, vaccination was estimated to reduce the risk of life-threatening influenza illness by 75%.
Vaccines
FDA Shortens Booster Dose Interval for Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
The Moderna booster dose is authorized for individuals 18 years of age and older.
FDA Grants Fast Track Status to Intranasal Pertussis Vaccine
The designation is supported by data from 4 clinical trials evaluating BPZE1 in healthy adults.
CDC Shortens Recommended COVID-19 Isolation, Quarantine Period
The CDC has also updated the recommended quarantine period for individuals exposed to someone with COVID-19.
Supplemental BLA Submitted for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for 12- to 15-Year-Olds
The application is supported by data from a randomized, placebo-controlled phase 3 trial which included 2228 participants 12 to 15 years of age enrolled in the United States.
Contraindication Added to Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet
Cases of TTS have been reported in both males and females.
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Booster Authorized for 16- and 17-Year-Olds
Individuals in this age group should only receive this vaccine as their booster.
Multidose Vial Presentation of Audenz, an H5N1 Influenza Vaccine, Approved
Audenz is an inactivated cell-based influenza vaccine that contains MF59, a proprietary adjuvant.
Effect of a National Human Papillomavirus Immunization Program on Cervical Cancer Incidence
Researchers conducted a study to determine the effect of a national human papillomavirus (HPV) immunization program on the incidence of cervical cancer and grade 3 cervical intraepithelial neoplasia among young women in England.
Preparing for COVID-19 Vaccinations in Children
To answer the many questions regarding the roll out, risk and benefits, and timing of COVID-19 vaccine administration in children aged 5 to 11 years, The Clinical Advisor interviewed Mary Koslap-Petraco, DNP, PPCNP-BC, CPNP, FAANP, a pediatric nurse practitioner and owner of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner House Calls.
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