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RFK Jr. to require placebo-controlled studies for new vaccines

NPR Health

The Department of Health and Human Services says it will require new vaccines to be tested against a placebo, which could complicate and delay Food and Drug Administration approval of many vaccines. Image credit: Aire Images/Moment RF)

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Team studies immune response, proteins in blood of young adults who develop rare complication after COVID vaccination

Medical Xpress

Myocarditis, a condition in which the heart muscle becomes inflamed, is a rare complication that can occur after mRNA COVID vaccination. It's estimated that roughly 18 cases occur in every 1 million vaccine doses administered, making it so rare that it is challenging to find cases to investigate.

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COVID-19 vaccine for children after multisystem inflammatory syndrome appears safe

Medical Xpress

A study of children and adolescents who received a COVID-19 vaccination following multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) found that there were no reports of serious complications including myocarditis or MIS-C reoccurrence. The study demonstrates that it is safe to get a vaccine after having MIS-C.

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Vaccine Misinformation, Pseudoscience, & the Frailty of Community Health

Physician's Weekly

McDonald explores how vaccine misinformation and pseudoscience undermine public health and calls for a return to trust, truth, and evidence-based care. Vaccine rumors and falsehoods are not new, but they have recently assumed a new significance.

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Doctors for America Calls for Transparency in COVID-19 Vaccine Regulation

Doctors for America

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Doctors for America PO Box: 21161 2300 18th St NW Lbby Washington, DC 20009-9996 May 30, 2025 Doctors for America Calls for Transparency in COVID-19 Vaccine Regulation WASHINGTON, D.C. The role of vaccination as a cornerstone of public health has been underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Most Common Respiratory Diseases Affecting Men’s Health

Dr. Michael Bazel

Older men are at greater risk of developing complications from pneumonia, which can be life-threatening. Symptoms: Fever and chills Cough with phlegm Difficulty breathing Chest pain when breathing or coughing Fatigue Prevention & Management: Get vaccinated for pneumonia and the flu to reduce risk. Why Are Men at Risk?

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

It includes things like vaccinations, blood pressure checks, cancer screenings, and annual physicals. Tertiary Prevention and Long-Term Health In some cases, patients already living with chronic illness can still benefit from what’s called tertiary prevention —steps taken to reduce complications or improve quality of life.