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Many Older People Embrace Vaccines. Research Is Proving Them Right.

Physician's Weekly

Kim Beckham, an insurance agent in Victoria, Texas, had seen friends suffer so badly from shingles that she wanted to receive the first approved shingles vaccine as soon as it became available, even if she had to pay for it out-of-pocket. Some older people are really eager to be vaccinated. Kennedy Jr.,

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The association between BNT162b2 vaccinations and incidence of immune-mediated comorbidities [COVID-19]

Annals of Family Medicine

Background A large vaccination campaign was initiated worldwide in December 2020 in order to prevent infection with SARS-CoV-2 and severe Covid-19 disease. However, long-term adverse effects of vaccination remain unclear. As a reference, a secondary cohort compared individuals infected with Sars-CoV-2 versus uninfected individuals.

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Development and external validation of the FluScoreVax risk score for influenza that incorporates vaccine status (EAST-PC) [Acute respiratory infections]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To develop and externally validate a simple risk score for influenza diagnosis based only on vaccination history and patient-reported symptoms. Outcome measures: In each study patient-reported symptoms were recorded and PCR used to diagnose influenza. Calibration was assessed by plotting observed versus expected.

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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

Use prescribed bronchodilators or inhalers if diagnosed. Additionally, men are often diagnosed at later stages because they may ignore early symptoms. Use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine if diagnosed. Complete the full course of antibiotics if diagnosed. Wash hands regularly to prevent infections.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

They are trained not only in diagnosing and treating illness, but also in coordinating care with specialists when necessary. Rather than simply reacting to illness, internists work to prevent disease before it starts through screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling. What Age Range Does Internal Medicine Cover?

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The association of medical and vaccination history with the development of long COVID [Big data]

Annals of Family Medicine

Some previous studies have evaluated demographic factors that may lead to long COVID, but none have evaluated medical history or covid vaccination as potential factors. Objective: To evaluate the association of medical history and COVID vaccination in combination with demographics as potential risk factors for long COVID.