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Adults Need Vaccines Too 26 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
Key Takeaways: No matter what your age, you never outgrow the need to be vaccinated. Following the recommendations for adult vaccinations not only protects your own health but can also protect the h...
Low Vaccination Rate Has Serious Consequences – Measles Races through Wales 22 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
Key Takeaways: Fifteen years after erroneous research led parents to shun vaccinations, parents are still refusing to allow their youngsters to be vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella. The ...
Off to College? Take Charge of Your Health with the Proper Vaccines 19 Aug 2013 | 12:05 pm
Key Takeaways: Since instances of whooping cough have been on the rise college students should get a dose of Tdap. The single best way to prevent infection with influenza is to get an annual flu sho...
It’s Back to School Season – Is Your Child Fully Vaccinated? 15 Aug 2013 | 12:05 pm
Key Takeaways: Some vaccine-preventable diseases have become very uncommon due to mass vaccination but outbreaks do still occur. Parents should make certain that their kids stay current with their v...
Tips for managing food allergies on an international trip 12 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
Key Takeaways: Inform your airline(s) ahead of time of any dietary restrictions if a meal and/or snacks will be served on the flight. Locate medical facilities in the areas you will be visiting abro...
Traveling abroad during pregnancy? 5 tips for a safe and healthy trip. 8 Aug 2013 | 12:06 pm
5 Tips for healthy and safe travels while pregnant: Plan for comfort. Get vaccinated. Get a pre-travel physical exam. Pack carefully. Stay safe while overseas. Pregnancy can make international t...
Japanese Encephalitis Risk in South Korea 5 Aug 2013 | 12:03 pm
Key Takeaways: Japanese encephalitis can cause inflammation of the brain and approximately 25% of cases in which the brain is affected are fatal. Travelers to South Korea should consider receiving t...
Celebrate National Immunization Awareness Month this August 1 Aug 2013 | 12:00 pm
Key Takeaways: Once common diseases are now rare because of vaccines. Vaccines are important for people at all stages of life. Many diseases that have been eradicated in the U.S. are still prevalen...
Are your routine vaccinations up to date? Three reasons to find out before leaving the country 29 Jul 2013 | 12:05 pm
3 Reasons your routine vaccines should be up to date before traveling: While everyone should be up to date on their polio vaccines, travelers to countries in which polio is a risk may also need an ad...
5 Key Health and Safety Tips for Family Adventure Travel 25 Jul 2013 | 12:05 pm
5 Tips for Family Adventure Travel: Get a pre-travel physical exam. Get vaccinated. Pack your adventure safety gear. Bring along a first-aid kit. Be sure to pack any medications you may need for ...
