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U.S. Panel Votes to Delay Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine

A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.

Quebec reports first measles case since April

Quebec health authorities report a new measles case in the Laurentians, the first since April, and warn of a potential outbreak. The infected person visited a pediatric clinic in St-Eustache.

Investigational Marburg Vaccine Delivered to Ethiopia

The Sabin Vaccine Institute has delivered over 640 doses of its unlicensed cAd3-Marburg vaccine to Ethiopia for a Phase 2 trial amid an outbreak with an 88% fatality rate. Learn about the global response.

Measles Exposure Risk in Regina on Nov. 20

Saskatchewan Health Authority warns of measles exposure risk in Regina. Public health alert issued for potential contacts. Learn about symptoms and prevention measures.

Vaccine Critic Abraham Appointed to CDC Leadership

Ralph Abraham, a prominent COVID-19 vaccine critic, has been appointed as principal deputy director at the CDC, signaling a major shift in U.S. public health policy under the Trump administration.

Kennedy Admits to Altering CDC Vaccine-Autism Info

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirms he ordered a CDC website change suggesting a vaccine-autism link, a claim with no scientific evidence. A former top official calls it a 'national embarrassment.'

Alberta's Vaccination Rates Hit Record Low

Alberta's Covid and flu vaccination rates are the lowest in years. Experts blame poor communication and a $100 fee for the concerning decline in immunization.

Africa Cholera Cases Surge to Triple 2022 Levels

New data reveals cholera infections across Africa have reached three times higher than officially reported in 2022. Learn about the ongoing crisis and vaccine development efforts.

Canada Loses Measles Elimination Status

Canada has lost its measles elimination status, a deeply worrisome development. Learn about the causes and consequences of this public health failure and what needs to be done.

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