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Antimicrobials & Vaccinations

The present and future pipeline of mechanisms for the administration of antimicrobials, antibiotics, antiseptics, vaccines and other therapeutics are important in addressing infections and conditions acquired in the healthcare setting and in the community

2012 Adult Immunization Schedule Broadens Recommendations for HPV and Hepatitis B Vaccinations

The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) now recommends routine HPV vaccination for males aged 11 to 12 years and catch-up vaccination for males aged 13 to 21. These are just two of the changes to the 2012 Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule being ...More
2 weeks ago
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CDC National Survey Finds Early Childhood Immunization Rates Increasing

Immunization rates for children 19-35 months of age for most vaccine-preventable diseases are increasing or being sustained at high levels, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Rates for most of the long-standing recommended ...More
September 1, 2011
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Immunization Can Thwart Pneumonia in Children

Immunizations, including a yearly flu vaccine, are the best way to protect children from life-threatening pneumonia, according to new guidelines from the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (PIDS) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). The guidelines, ...More
August 31, 2011
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Rotavirus Vaccination of Infants also Protects Unvaccinated Older Children and Adults

Vaccinating infants against rotavirus also prevents serious disease in unvaccinated older children and adults, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This helps reduce rotavirus-related hospital costs in these older groups. The results ...More
August 30, 2011
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Vaccinations are Not Just For Kids, Loyola Experts Say

Kids and adults need vaccinations, say experts at Loyola University Health System. A new school year means more than new clothes, new books and a new grade level – it also means new shots for millions of public school children. "Many parents get in the rhythm of having ...More
August 18, 2011
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Any Prime-Boost Mix of Injected or Spray Flu Vaccine Shields Toddlers

Children younger than 3 years old receive the same protective antibody response from the recommended two doses of licensed seasonal influenza vaccines regardless of whether the two doses are injected by needle, inhaled through a nasal spray or provided through one dose of ...More
August 16, 2011
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Vaccinate Adults to Protect Children

Mention the word vaccination and most people think of babies, toddlers and school-age children. But as the fact is, adults also need to be vaccinated (when and where appropriate) to keep themselves and their children safe. Unfortunately, far too many adults overlook these ...More
August 12, 2011
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University Receives NIH Grant to Study New Rabies Vaccine that Clears Virus From Brain

Thomas Jefferson University announces it has received a $4.8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to test a new rabies vaccine with the potential to cure the virus infection, even after it has made its way into a person’s central nervous system (CNS). ...More
August 8, 2011
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Loyola Expert Says Same Vaccine, Different Year But Beware the Flu

Each year, 200,000 Americans are hospitalized due to flu-related complications. That number can rise or fall – often dramatically – based on the effectiveness of the selected flu vaccine, according to Dr. Jorge Parada, director of infection prevention and control at Loyola ...More
August 3, 2011
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Mitigating Effects of Vaccination on Influenza Outbreaks

Influenza viruses are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Vaccination remains a powerful tool for preventing or mitigating influenza outbreaks. Yet, vaccine supplies and daily administration capacities are limited, even in developed countries. Understanding ...More
August 2, 2011
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