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Whooping cough cluster in Philadelphia school

The Whooping Cough, a potential deadly disease, has popped up among students at a Philadelphia high school, according to the city’s department of health. (more…)

First Influenza-Related Pediatric Deaths Reported to CDC

Two children have already died of the flu, only a few weeks into the typical flu season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)

Measles Makes the Immune System “Forget” How to Fight Other Germs

Kids who get measles can be more likely to come down with other diseases than children who are immunized against measles. (more…)

Why Maternal Vaccinations Are Important

Some diseases, like the flu, are more serious for pregnant women. Risk of premature labor and delivery is increased in pregnant women with the flu. (more…)

Know your HPV ABC’s

What if you could prevent your children from getting cancer? Can you imagine having this superhero-like power? Well, you can stop imagining because this power is real. By giving your children the HPV shot—Gardasil 9—you can mitigate their risk of acquiring Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and thus, cancer. (more…)