vaccinations

Many parents believe flu vaccination is unnecessary

Flu vaccination is recommended as an effective preventative measure against the flu, yet many parents believe getting flu shots for their children is unnecessary. Lead author of the study Dr. Scott Field said, “The first and most common reason could encompass a belief that risk for contracting influenza is low in their family as well ...click here to read more

In fibromyalgia patients, influenza vaccination is safe and effective: Study

Influenza vaccination is safe and effective for fibromyalgia patients. The flu shot is widely recommended by many health authorities as a means of preventing influenza, as it sometimes can contribute to life-threatening consequences. It has been questioned whether the flu shot could cause or exacerbate fibromyalgia. The study evaluated the effectiveness of the flu shot ...click here to read more

Chickenpox on the decline thanks to vaccination

New findings suggest that since 1995 – when a chickenpox vaccination was introduced – incidences of chickenpox in America are on the decline. The use and effectiveness of vaccines can be attributed to the reduction. Chickenpox is highly contagious and develops from the varicella-zoster virus. Generally harmless, chickenpox can develop into a severe disease if ...click here to read more