Read more... Sep 17, 2008
Other organizations collaborating with Vote or 2008 include AARP, American Public Health Association, Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, Association of Immunization Managers, Immunization Coalitions Technical Assistance Network, National Association of County and City Health Officials and Visiting Nurse Associations of America. Influenza is responsible for approximately 36,000 deaths annually in the U.S., and is a leading cause of death among older adults. (PNN Online)
Pregnant Mom's Flu Shot Protects Baby Sep 17, 2008
The researchers noted that, despite the current CDC recommendations, few expectant mothers in the United States currently receive the flu shot -- even though "the general safety of this strategy has been shown." This trial -- the first randomized, prospective study on the topic yet conducted -- offers what they call "unique evidence supporting the strategy of maternal immunization to prevent influenza infection in young infants and their mothers.". The CDC and other federal health experts will... (Health-Finder)
WHO to nominate new Western Pacific chief Sep 17, 2008
Dr. Shigeru Omi, 59, joined the WHO Western Pacific Regional Office in Manila in 1990 as the Responsible Officer for the Expanded Programme on Immunization. He assumed the position of WHO Regional Director post in 1999 and was reelected in 2004. (Xinhuanet, China)
Vaccines get a shot in the arm Sep 16, 2008
So perhaps it was a little surprising that amid this flood of legislation a new law authorizing pharmacists to conduct immunizations was not widely reported ... A 2004 study published in the journal Vaccine found that adult flu immunization rates in states that allow pharmacists to administer immunizations are up to 27 percent greater than rates in those states that do not ... Studies show that seniors who receive immunizations experience fewer cardiac- and stroke-related hospitalizations, fewer... (Albany Times Union)
KENYA: Not enough food to go round Sep 16, 2008
A strengthening of disease and nutrition surveillance, as well as the up-scaling of vitamin A and immunization coverage, will be required according to the report. So far the government is providing therapeutic and supplementary feeding for children and lactating mothers. (AlertNet)
AUTISM'S FALSE PROPHETS Sep 14, 2008
Many p 00004000 arents are now refusing to vaccinate their children, driving immunization rates in some areas below levels needed to provide "herd immunity" and leading to outbreaks of measles. And for stating that vaccines are safe, Offit has been deemed a monster complicit in a corporate drive to poison kids for the sake of profit. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Letters for Friday, September 12, 2008 Sep 13, 2008
On Aug. 26, Medscape, a network information source for physicians, in hyping up the 131 cases of measles reported in the U.S. with the aim of scaring people into greater acceptance of the vaccine, stated that 112 of the cases were either unvaccinated or did not have firm immunization records ... If the general public were made aware of reported adverse reactions, especially to newer vaccines, I have no doubt that immunization rates would fall off for even the tried and proven vaccines ... These... (Missoulian, MT)
Locked-up records keep boy home Sep 13, 2008
The frustrated parents of a 5-year-old say their son is unable to attend school because the doctor who can provide his immunization records is in jail ... Meanwhile, she has found a list of William's vaccinations on a state immunization registry, but that entry shows he's still missing one set of shots. (The Palm Beach Post)
UNICEF: Child Deaths Down 27% Since 1990 Sep 13, 2008
UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman said that improvements in early and exclusive breastfeeding, measles immunization, Vitamin A supplementation, the use of insecticide-treated bed nets to prevent the spread of malaria, and HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment - all credited for the improved numbers - are encouraging. "These interventions are expected to result in further declines in child mortality over the coming years," she said. (CBS News -- World)
U.S. Barred From Forcing Troops to Get Anthrax Shots Sep 13, 2008
In a statement, the Defense Department said it is reviewing the decision and will "pause giving anthrax vaccinations until the legal situation is clarified. . . . DoD remains convinced that the anthrax immunization program complies with all the legal requirements and that the anthrax vaccine is safe and effective.". In his ruling, Sullivan said that the FDA's approval was invalid because it did not meet the required review standards and the agency failed to seek the necessary public comment. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
9 million children worldwide died before age 5 Sep 12, 2008
Efforts to promote breastfeeding, immunizations and anti-malaria measures have helped cut child deaths to 9 ... Recent data also indicate encouraging improvements in many of the basic health interventions, such as early and exclusive breast feeding, measles immunization, Vitamin A supplementation, the use of insecticide-treated nets to prevent malaria, and prevention and treatment of AIDS, Veneman said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Big Lines For Student Immunizations Didn't Materialize Sep 12, 2008
Immunization manager, Veronica Morata-Nichols is wondering where are the rest of the seventh graders who haven't yet had their required Tdap booster shots ... The Health District's immunization clinic at 625 Shadow lane has extended hours through Friday -- 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Shuman plans to retrain staff, audit records Sep 12, 2008
He said the supervisor will routinely check medical records to make sure they include immunization records, and documentation of sickle cell testing and dispensing of medications. Similar audits will be done on residents' admissions folders weekly or monthly, he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Healing the Doctor-Patient Divide Sep 12, 2008
Dr. Kirkland unflinchingly jabbed immunization needles into my arms, regularly tapped my hyper-reflexive knees with a rubber hammer and pulled no punches when I, the moody adolescent, sulked in his waiting room or stormed out of his office. But despite those difficult moments, I knew that ultimately we stood together. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Skunks Becoming Nuisance At Health Dept. Immunization Clinic Sep 12, 2008
LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- They've moved into a New Mexico Health Department immunization clinic, and visitors want them out. A family of skunks has become a nuisance to people who have to visit the clinic and those who work there. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Gwinnett taxpayers thrown curve Sep 11, 2008
Besides, who really thinks that if the county s public health workers asked for $19 million more for immunization programs, well-baby clinics and chronic disease management that the commission would put that request on the consent agenda and blindly approve it. Advocates for the homeless have been begging the county for years to help fund a shelter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
HEALTH BLOG: The doctor will see you now ... Sep 11, 2008
More than one in four U.S. kids haven't received their recommended immunizations, according to new information from the , which is marking National Infant Immunization Week. Some parents might be confused about the somewhat complicated vaccine schedule, and some families might lack a primary care doctor to administer the shots. (USA Today -- Money)
Hospitals Vaccinating Parents of High-Risk Infants Sep 11, 2008
"Additional multicenter trials are required to determine whether this immunization rate is reproducible in other NICUs and sustainable for periods greater than the 4-month trial period," the authors conclude. SOURCE: Pediatrics, September 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Free immunizations planned during September Sep 10, 2008
Free immunizations are available for children and adults each month through the Chippewa Falls Department of Public Health. Immunizations will not be given for any children under age 18 years unless a parent or legal guardian fills out and signs a permission form ... Bring and present the child s immunization history. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Local parent defends HPV immunization program Sep 10, 2008
An emotional Young explained why she and her husband support the immunization program ... Beginning this month, about 15,000 Grade 6 and 7 students will have the option to be immunized against HPV. Two grades of students are included in this year's immunization program to keep Saskatchewan in line with provinces that started the initiative last year ... Immunization is not mandatory in Saskatchewan. (Canada.com)
Officials say a flu pandemic is on the horizon, but when? Sep 10, 2008
The consortium held one large exercise in 2005 at the La Crosse Center as part of the public flu immunization clinics. An exercise in setting up a mass clinic for an anthrax outbreak is scheduled Thursday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Measles cases on increase in United States Sep 10, 2008
Immunization against diseases that were once a childhood rite of passage and that conferred lifelong immunity, such as chick-enpox, is now required for public school in many states, including Illinois ... But what really prompted questions was the 1997 decision by the Food and Drug Administration to remove the mercury-based preservative thimerosal from most vaccines as a precaution, due to concerns about the theoretical potential for neurotoxicity and the growing number of vaccines containing... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
WHO: Some 423,000 in Pakistan need urgent health care Sep 10, 2008
Outbreaks of measles, one of the major killers of children, are also possible due to low immunization coverage in some areas. "Thousands of lives are at risk in Pakistan if we do not act now to provide urgent health care to those affected by these terrible floods or forced from their homes by violence," said Dr Eric Laroche, assistant director-general for WHO's Health Action in Crises Cluster. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cubicle crisis: Would you know what to do? Sep 10, 2008
The wounded person may need a tetanus shot if it's been more than 10 years since the last booster immunization. BURNS. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
CDC: Gardasil vaccination safe in spite of deaths Sep 9, 2008
"There's always going to be a subset of people who have adverse reactions, that is typical of any immunization," Haffner said ... Reactions that aren't related to the injection often occur after immunizations, she said, adding she had heard of cases that resulted in death or risky side effects that weren't a result of the Gardasil vaccine. (Daily Collegian, PA)
State third in infant immunizations Sep 9, 2008
Hawaii ranks third in the nation for its infant immunization rates after a 9 percent increase in vaccinations last year, the state Health Department reports. The 2007 National Immunization Survey found about 88 percent of isle children from 19 to 35 months old are up to date on their immunizations ... "Immunizations are our children's best defense against diseases like pertussis and measles," state Health Director Chiyome Fukino said in a news release. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
WHO pushes prohibitively costly vaccine Sep 8, 2008
Besides, it is not fail-safe according to studies, it creates immunization against pneumonia in just four out of 1,000 cases ... Those arguing against the vaccine being made part of the immunization programme have a simple argument. (India Times, India -- Community News)
In Flooded India, 50,000 Stay Put Sep 8, 2008
Doctors started immunization drives Saturday in the shelters to counter fears that waterborne diseases will spread as the number of camp residents grow. Authorities have only confirmed 38 deaths, but it is widely believed the final toll will be much higher. (Time.com)
New site for clinic will be looked at Sep 7, 2008
The county health nurse administers heath education programs, disease control, immunization clinics and similar programs. Young said the facility will have a dual role because it will also be designed to provide emergency services to the community in the event of a disaster. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Infant Abductions Increase In Private And Public Places Sep 7, 2008
6, 2008) The American Journal of Nursing (AJN) has just announced results from a study, based on 23 years of data collection, identifying new trends in nonfamily infant abductions. The report, conducted in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, showed that while the number of abductions in hospital settings dramatically declined, those from private homes and public places have increased in incidence. (Science Daily)
New Mexico Ranks 31 In Immunizations Sep 7, 2008
New Mexico is ranked No. 31 nationwide for immunization rates among toddlers in the year of 2007, according to state health officials ... There are new plans at the department to launch a strategy to immunize children in communities that tend to have the lowest immunization rates. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Why Men Die Sooner Sep 6, 2008
"Immunization is not finished after the second year of life," Legato says. Proper nutrition and supplementation can also be beneficial. (CBS News)
Law allows pharmacists to administer flu shots Sep 6, 2008
In their supporting memo, Assembly sponsors said every other state except Maine already allows the vaccinations, and studies show adult immunization rates for annual flu shots improve dramatically after such a change. In New York City alone, some health experts said the measure could increase the number of seniors who get the shots by 50,000 or more. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Most US Kids Getting Recommended Vaccinations Sep 6, 2008
Michael Valdivia holds, Jakob Gutierrez, 5, as he receives an immunization shot from a school nurse in this file photo in Hialeah, Florida ... According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, immunization rates remain at or near record levels, with at least 90 percent coverage for all but one of the vaccines in the recommended series for children ... The CDC's 2007 National Immunization Survey also found that 77. (ABC News)
Pediatricians brought new level of care Sep 6, 2008
The ideas of growth and development, infant nutrition, immunization practices, school/behavior problems, adolescent medicine, screenings for lead/blood disorders, medicine dosages based on body weight, and a host of other pediatric concepts were introduced to the community by these pioneers. There are a huge number of adults as well as children whose health and well-being are directly attributable to the new concept of pediatrics that these gentlemen brought to the area. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Health Department posts solid numbers Sep 6, 2008
Received reports on childhood immunization and animal control. Animal Control Director Chad Barr said the fall rabies clinic is scheduled for Oct. 4 at the Caldwell County Fairgrounds. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Most U.S. parents vaccinating children Sep 6, 2008
Childhood immunization rates remain at or near record levels, with at least 90 percent coverage for all but one of the individual vaccines in the recommended series for children. The immunizations begin shortly after a child is born and continue through age 2. (Orlando Business Journal)
Most Vaccine-allergic Children Can Still Be Safely Vaccinated, Experts Say Sep 5, 2008
It is also crucial that pediatricians design a safe immunization plan for children with confirmed vaccine allergies ... Immunizations of children with known vaccine allergies should always be administered under medical supervision in a clinic equipped to treat life-threatening allergic reactions or in a hospital intensive-care unit ... The Clinical Immunization Safety Assessment Network, consisting of six medical research centers with expertise in immunization safety, was part of the study. (Science Daily)
Give Granny (and her caregivers) the flu shot Sep 5, 2008
In many jurisdictions there are aggressive immunization programs that ensure the vast majority of seniors get an annual flu shot ... For public health officials, this new evidence points to a need for a far more sophisticated influenza immunization strategy. (Globe and Mail)
States Childhood Immunization Rate At 5-Year High Sep 5, 2008
States Childhood Immunization Rate At 5-Year High ... States Childhood Immunization Rate At 5-Year High ... (September 4, 2008)--The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says immunization rates for Texas children have increased 19 percent over the past five years to hit a record high in 2007. (KWTX.com, TX)
District, state remind parents of the importance of vaccinations Sep 5, 2008
Vaccination rates for children in Wyoming have increased, but students in Natrona County School District still return to school with incomplete immunization records ... If a parent doesn't show proof of immunization or file for an exemption within 30 days after the start of school, the child can't return ... The exclusion date is Sept. 17, and more than one-fourth of the kindergartners at Grant Elementary School still do not have their immunization records updated, according to Suzey Delger,... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
CDC: 3 of 4 Ariz. toddlers get needed vaccinations Sep 5, 2008
Kathy Fredrickson, office chief for the Arizona Department of Health Services' Arizona Immunization Program, said she was pleased with the increase ... Debbie McCune-Davis, program director of the nonprofit Arizona Partnership for Immunization, said Arizona faces a unique challenge because so many residents come and go. (AZCentral -- News)
N.H. childhood vaccination rate 2nd in nation Sep 5, 2008
CONCORD The government says New Hampshire's childhood immunization rate is second in the nation. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 91 percent of children in the state are up-to-date on the recommended vaccinations for children 19 months to 35 months of age. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
U.S. Awards Anthrax Vaccine Deal Sep 5, 2008
As currently formulated, the anthrax immunization requires three separate injections and, according to VaxGen officials, is effective both before and after exposure to the deadly bacteria ... Another anthrax vaccine that is already available was, until last week, a required immunization for many active-duty military personnel. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
Flu season nothing to sneeze at Sep 5, 2008
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend healthy children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday, as well as their close contacts (people who live with them) and out-of-home caregivers should get a flu vaccine," says Jane Secor, RN, flu and immunization coordinator, Borgess VNA Homecare. "The flu vaccine supply should be adequate. We have already received over 20,000 flu vaccine doses and can order more if necessary. There are two types of flu vaccinations available: the... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Sheehan adds services Sep 5, 2008
An immunization clinic will open at the site soon. Our goal is to keep people out of the hospital emergency rooms, Hoeflich says. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Area clinics recognized for immunization rates Sep 4, 2008
Northland Family Practice nurses Mary McGillivray (left) and Peggy Clarke show the certificate the clinic received for immunization rates of 90 percent or higher for children ages 24-36 months. Several area clinics were recognized by the South Dakota Department of Health for high immunization rates in August ... Recognized locally for achieving 90 percent or higher immunization rates for children who are 24-36 months old were Interlakes Medical Center, Northland Family Practice and the Lake... (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Chickenpox Vaccine Reduces Cases By 90 Percent Sep 4, 2008
iStockPhoto / immunization shot / author. Too few parents take the chickenpox virus seriously enough to get their kids vaccinated, although researchers say the has reduced the occurrence in children by 90 percent, according to a new report released by the. (InjuryBoard.com)
What's ahead Sep 4, 2008
The Bay Area Rotary Club will host its annual Shots for Tots and Teens special immunization clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday at the Coos County Health Depart-ment office, 1975 McPherson Ave. in North Bend. Empire reunion. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Nurse’s Notes - For kids, it’s time for school, immunizations Sep 4, 2008
Missoulian: Nurse s Notes - For kids, it s time for school, immunizations ... Nurse s Notes - For kids, it s time for school, immunizationsBy TAMMY POWERS for the Missoulian ... Immunization is one of modern medicine s most significant public health achievements. (Missoulian, MT)
Study finds no link to autism in vaccine Sep 4, 2008
Larry Pickering, a pediatrician and immunization expert at Emory University and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, said the 1998 study and others had prompted some parents to forgo vaccinating their children. In the first eight months of 2008, he said, 91 percent of the 131 children diagnosed with measles in the United States had not been vaccinated against the disease or had uncertain vaccination status. (AZCentral -- News)
Study Dispels Link Between Autism and Measles Vaccine Sep 4, 2008
Rollens, however, remains steadfast in his belief that immunization played some role in his son's autism. "I'm totally convinced the vaccines caused the autism of my son, and we need to have more biological studies on this vaccine and others," he said. (Health-Finder)
Contribute to the Fight to Eradicate Polio Sep 4, 2008
Hundreds of thousands of volunteers at local level distribute vaccine through clinics and through national days of immunization. The END POLIO NOW fund raiser sponsored this year by the Attica-Williamsport Rotarians is their response to Rotary's latest financial target. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Childhood Measles Vaccine Doesn't Raise Risk of Autism, Researchers Find Sep 4, 2008
For that to be the case, the immunization would have to happen before any stomach complaints and before the onset of autism, Lipkin said. The new report doesn't confirm that the MMR vaccine is safe, said David Kirby, author of ``,'' a book on the debate about autism and vaccination. (Bloomberg -- US)
U.S. Barred From Forcing Troops to Get Anthrax Shots Sep 4, 2008
In a statement, the Defense Department said it is reviewing the decision and will "pause giving anthrax vaccinations until the legal situation is clarified. . . . DoD remains convinced that the anthrax immunization program complies with all the legal requirements and that the anthrax vaccine is safe and effective.". In his ruling, Sullivan said that the FDA's approval was invalid because it did not meet the required review standards and the agency failed to seek the necessary public comment. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
Study Clears Measles Vaccine of Autism Link Sep 4, 2008
Public health officials have been stressing the safety of the combined measles-mumps-rubella, or MMR, shot and other childhood vaccines in the face of vocal groups who claim the immunizations may cause autism and other problems ... The team also collected data about the children's health and immunization histories from parents and physicians to see if vaccinations preceded either their autism or bowel trouble. (Newsmax)
Why Should You Breastfeed? Sep 3, 2008
Mother is a hepatitis B or C carrier (infants should receive early immunization, but breastfeeding is encouraged). Hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice) in the infant. (Suite101.com)
New Approach, Old Drug Show Promise Against Hepatitis C, Research Shows Sep 3, 2008
15, 2007) The failure of the UK to introduce universal hepatitis B immunization means that most UK citizens are susceptible to infection, warns an infectious diseases. (Oct. (Science Daily)
Chickenpox cases fall with new vaccine Sep 2, 2008
Infections have even declined in babies too young to be vaccinated, who are being protected by "herd immunity" in which vaccines reduce infection in a community, says study author Jane Seward of the CDC's National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases. Doctors encourage the vaccine because they can't tell which children might develop pneumonia or encephalitis, says William Schaffner, a board member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America who was not involved in the new study. (AZCentral -- News)
At-risk, homeless students get help from Hudson school program Sep 1, 2008
Some students lack essential documents like written immunization records and other health forms required by the school registrar ... "Homeless students are not required to submit a health record, proof of receiving immunizations, which might present stumbling blocks too difficult to overcome for a child with no resources. They get a streamlined process," said Ms. McSherry-Wolfe. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
A Travel Medicine Guide Aug 31, 2008
Communicable diseases such as Typhoid, Japanese encephalitis and Hepatitis can be contracted overseas, and it is best to discuss the need for immunization with your doctor. Whenever going overseas, make sure you take your passport, tickets and foreign currency and make doubly sure you have taken your health precautions. (Suite101.com)
Build a disaster kit Aug 31, 2008
Passports, social security cards, immunization records. Bank account numbers. (The Clarion-Ledger)
On the Third Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina; Trust for America's Health Questions State of National Emergency Preparedness Aug 30, 2008
-- While Louisiana has an immunization registry, will a lack of immunization records in other states prevent displaced children from being able to attend school. -- Will mental health support be available for potential victims. (PR Newswire)
Madison County Health Department Aug 30, 2008
If your caregiver drops off your child at school, make sure she has a copy of the school traffic rules and abides by them. Most children injured by school buses aren't riding inside them during a crash. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Bay Area Rotary Club hosts Shots for Tots and Teens Aug 30, 2008
The Bay Area Rotary Club will host its annual Shots for Tots and Teens special immunization clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Coos County Health Department office, 1975 McPherson Ave. in North Bend ... This year, the Bay Area Rotary Club-sponsored program will cover all children 18 and younger who either are not insured, or have insurance that does not cover the cost of immunizations. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
