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West Coast States Form Historic Vaccine Safety Alliance

In a landmark move for public health, California, Oregon, and Washington announce a unified 'West Coast Pact' to independently review COVID-19 vaccines, prioritising safety and science over political pressure.

180+ New School Vaccination Centres for UK Teens

The UK is launching a major expansion of school immunisation programmes, with over 180 new vaccination centres to be established in schools across England. This initiative targets teenagers for crucial vaccines against meningitis, HPV, diphtheria, tetanus

Florida Ends COVID Vaccine Mandates in Landmark Health Move

Florida's Surgeon General Dr Joseph Ladapo announces historic termination of all COVID-19 vaccine mandates, citing insufficient evidence and protecting individual medical freedom under Governor Ron DeSantis's administration.

Uganda Opens Pioneering mRNA Vaccine Facility

Uganda has inaugurated Africa's first major mRNA vaccine facility, a historic step towards medical self-reliance, combating diseases from COVID-19 to HIV, and reducing the continent's dependency on foreign pharmaceuticals.

NHS Flu Vaccine Shortage Puts Women & Children at Risk

Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.

RFK Jr's £1.5BN UK Vaccine Injury Fund Proposal

US presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr proposes a radical UK compensation scheme for alleged Covid vaccine injuries, sparking fierce debate among medical experts and politicians.

NHS to roll out chickenpox jab for all children

The NHS is set to introduce a universal chickenpox vaccination programme for all young children, a monumental shift in public health policy that could prevent millions of childhood cases and curb dangerous shingles in adults.

NHS Begins Chickenpox Vaccination: Symptoms Guide

The NHS has launched a groundbreaking chickenpox vaccination programme for children. This guide explains the symptoms, vaccine availability, and what parents need to know about the new routine immunisation.

MMR Vaccine Uptake Crisis Hits UK Schools

Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerous anti-vaccine myths are fuelling a worrying decline in MMR uptake across UK schools, putting children at risk of measles outbreaks and creating a public health emergency.

FDA restricts J&J Covid vaccine over blood clot concerns

US health regulators have significantly restricted the use of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine due to rare but serious blood clot risks. The FDA now advises it should only be given to adults who cannot or refuse to receive other authorised vaccines.

UK mRNA Vaccine Breakthrough in Pancreatic Cancer Fight

A revolutionary mRNA vaccine for pancreatic cancer, trialled by UK researchers, has shown remarkable potential to prevent recurrence in a landmark study, offering new hope for one of the deadliest cancers.

UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.

FDA approves Pfizer COVID vaccine for children 5-11

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorisation for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11, marking a pivotal moment in paediatric healthcare during the pandemic.

Shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk

A groundbreaking study suggests that the shingles vaccine may significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering new hope for preventative healthcare strategies.

RFK Jr cancels mRNA vaccine development

Robert F. Kennedy Jr cancels plans to develop mRNA vaccines, citing safety concerns and ethical issues. Read the latest updates on this controversial decision.

Newborn HIV vaccine shows promise in trials

Scientists are testing a groundbreaking HIV vaccine designed for newborns, offering hope in the fight against the virus. Early results show strong immune responses in trials.

NHS to vaccinate premature babies against RSV

The NHS is set to introduce a revolutionary vaccine to protect premature babies from severe respiratory infections like RSV, a major cause of winter hospitalisations.

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