Immunization

The live varicella-zoster vaccine is adequately immunogenic in patients with rheumatoid arthritis starting treatment with tofacitinib, according to results of a recently-published study in Arthritis & Rheumatology.

One of the biggest struggles that patients face is ensuring that they have the proper medications on hand and are taking their medications correctly.

One of the biggest struggles that patients face is ensuring that they have the proper medications on hand and are taking their medications correctly.

We need to protect our patients and our communities against many vaccine-preventable diseases.

This initiative emphasizes the importance of early recognition and timely treatment of sepsis, as well as the importance of preventing infections that could lead to sepsis.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine rates are on the rise among US teens but more work is needed to get more teens vaccinated.

The thing is, you still may get sick after getting the flu because there are other things such as the common cold that might cross your path.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. As community pharmacies gear up for flu season, here is how to inform, educate and support patients.

After graduation, the pressure was on.

As flu vaccinations become available, the results of a recent survey suggest Americans are increasingly likely to receive their flu vaccination this year.

Widespread immunization against rotavirus reduced direct medical costs by $1.2 billion.

During the 2015-2016 season, influenza vaccines overall reduced the risk of influenza illness, but the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) was ineffective in children, according to a recently-published study.

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is observed every August to bring attention the importance of vaccinating people of all ages.

The introduction of routine rotavirus vaccinations resulted in substantial reductions in diarrhea-related hospitalization in children, as well as associated health care costs.

How do changes and policy at the state level affect influenza virus vaccine uptake?

The start of the school year can be an exciting and stressful time for families.

Human papilloma virus (HPV) is the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection in the United States, with 14 million new cases annually.

Meijer pharmacies across the Midwest are holding Back to School Immunization Events this weekend to help families guard against the flu before classes start.

A review committee noted that this recommendation includes quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccines.

Heplisav-B aims to boost a patient’s own immune response to fight off HBV.

Mosaic vaccines observed to bolster immune response against HIV.

Eculizumab is an injection that is associated with an increased risk of meningococcal disease.

Research advances hunt for a safe and effective preventative HIV vaccine.

Pharmacists can play a crucial role in promoting the flu vaccine to these patients by recognizing the characteristics of those who do not seek vaccinations.

A recently-released video from the CDC provides a great way to discuss vaccines with parents.

Inhibiting beta cell infection from enteroviruses may prevent the development of type 1 diabetes.

Pharmacists have become champions of influenza immunization, advertising heavily, recruiting patients, and administering these life-saving vaccines in a wide array of settings.

Many individuals who have end-stage renal disease (ESRD) fail to receive the vaccinations that they need.

Summer is a popular time to travel, but it is especially important to remind patients about measles outbreaks and prevention strategies.