Measles is making a comeback, and it's a big problem. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that even though measles deaths have dropped a lot since 2000, the number of cases is going up. In 2023, 59 countries had big outbreaks, which is almost three times more than in 2021. Even countries that h
Long COVID is a big problem for many people. It can stick around long after the initial infection. So, finding ways to prevent it is super important. Researchers looked at 31 studies to see if vaccines help. They found that getting vaccinated, even just the basic doses, can lower the chances of get
Flu cases are popping up earlier than usual in Europe. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is sounding the alarm, urging people to get their flu shots now. A new strain of the flu virus is causing this early surge, and it's happening three to four weeks ahead of schedule.
Canada recently lost its measles-free status after nearly 30 years, a direct result of declining childhood vaccination rates. This should be a red flag for the U. S. , which is also at risk of losing its measles-free status. However, the current climate is far from ordinary. Anti-vaccine and anti-sc
A recent measles case at Philadelphia International Airport has sparked concerns. The virus can spread easily through the air. This is a reminder of how quickly diseases can travel. The health department issued a warning. Anyone in terminals A and B between 8:50 a. m. and 4 p. m. on Sunday might ha
Measles is back with a vengeance in North America. Canada just lost its measles-free status after a big outbreak. Over 5, 000 people got sick, and sadly, two babies died. Health experts are worried the U. S. might be next. The World Health Organization has three levels for how well a country contro
In Gaza, a serious problem is stopping crucial health supplies from reaching children. UNICEF, the organization helping kids in need, says Israel is not allowing important items like syringes and baby formula bottles to enter Gaza. These items are stuck in customs, even though they are urgently need
Canada is back to square one in its fight against measles. After successfully eliminating the virus in 1998, the country has now lost its measles-free status. This means the virus is spreading on its own again, not just popping up from travelers. Experts from the Pan American Health Organization (P
Measles is back, and it's causing trouble in both Canada and the U. S. Canada recently lost its measles elimination status. This means the country has been struggling to control the spread of the virus for over a year. The outbreak started in New Brunswick and has since spread widely. Sadly, two bab
Vaccines have been a crucial part of child healthcare for a long time. They protect kids from serious diseases that used to be common. Dr. Stanley Plotkin, a well-known vaccine expert, remembers a time when parents were scared of diseases like polio and measles. Now, thanks to vaccines, these fears
