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Infectious disease
Against COVID-19, both natural and vaccination-mediated protection wane over time
June 24, 2022
Patients with a history of infection who were also vaccinated had the strongest protection, the data showed.
AAP launches PSA on COVID-19 vaccine education for youngest children
June 23, 2022
Recently, the AAP announced the launch of a public health campaign to educate caregivers on the benefits of vaccinating all ages.
Mental health during pandemics: prevalence and risk factors
June 21, 2022
The stress of enduring an infectious disease pandemic expresses itself in a variety of mental health conditions, but the likelihood of experiencing particular symptoms depends on who you are.
Data shows no increase in pediatric hepatitis, adenovirus 40/41 compared to pre-pandemic levels
June 21, 2022
Data from Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report showed that there was no demonstrated increase in pediatric hepatitis or adenovirus 40/41 above pre-COVID-19 pandemic baseline levels.
FDA authorizes Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines for children down to 6 months of age
June 17, 2022
The FDA today announces the EUA of both Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines for use in children aged 6 months and older.
AMA looks to fight back against health professionals spreading misinformation
June 16, 2022
AMA has adopted a multi-prong strategy to try to counter lies while holding the person responsible to professional review.
FDA committee recommends Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for kids 6 months and older
June 15, 2022
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee unanimously voted recently to recommend both the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for individuals aged 6 months and older.
Infants of vaccinated mothers less likely to test positive for COVID-19
June 09, 2022
COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy may reduce infants’ risk of infection during the early months of life, according to a recent study.
PRIORIX FDA approval expands supply of MMR vaccines
June 08, 2022
In a video for Contemporary Pediatrics®, Tina Tan, MD, FAAP, FIDSA, FPIDS, discusses an expansion of vaccine access likely to come with the FDA approval of the PRIORIX vaccine.
STDs and dermatologic symptoms
June 08, 2022
Kenneth J. Tomecki, MD, discussed the clinical relevance of sexually transmitted diseases to dermatology and outlined what to look for and how to treat various conditions at the 2022 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for PAs & NPs.