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CDC Panel Limits Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns

CDC vaccine advisers have voted to restrict the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns, a major change to a decades-old policy. Learn what this means for infant health and vaccine access.

US Ends Universal Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule

A US vaccine advisory committee has voted to end the universal birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine, recommending it only for babies of infected mothers. Medical groups warn this could lead to more infections.

US panel debates ending newborn hepatitis B vaccine mandate

A federal vaccine committee appointed by RFK Jr. is considering rolling back the decades-old recommendation for all newborns to receive a hepatitis B shot at birth. The move could signal a major shift in US public health policy.

US Panel May Drop Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation

A US federal vaccine committee is poised to reconsider the decades-old recommendation for a hepatitis B vaccine at birth. Public health experts warn this could lead to hundreds of preventable infections and deaths in children.

Child's appendicitis hid rare parasitic infection

A 10-year-old girl treated for appendicitis in Switzerland was found to have a rare, liver-damaging parasite. Doctors warn of the need for screening in migrant populations. Read the full case report.

US Panel May Axe Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine

A US federal advisory panel, appointed by Health Secretary RFK Jr, could vote to end the decades-old hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. Explore the potential impact on public health and the science behind the controversial move.

RFK Jr's Panel May Delay Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine

An advisory panel appointed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to vote on delaying the critical hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. Health experts warn this could lead to severe liver damage in infants. Read the full report.

RFK Jr Panel to Vote on Delaying Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine

An advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary RFK Jr is set to recommend major changes to child vaccine schedules, including delaying the hepatitis B shot for newborns. Experts warn this could have severe public health consequences. Learn the facts.

NHS green lights Papillon rectal cancer therapy

The NHS has approved a revolutionary non-surgical treatment for rectal cancer, offering patients a chance to avoid life-altering surgery. Learn about the Papillon procedure and its benefits.

Laughing Gas Eases Treatment-Resistant Depression

New UK research reveals low-dose nitrous oxide can rapidly reduce symptoms of severe depression. Discover the potential for a new generation of fast-acting mental health treatments.

IVF stroke compensation claim fails in court

A marketing executive's multi-million pound lawsuit against a London IVF clinic, after a stroke left her with vision loss, has been dismissed by a judge. Discover the full story behind the controversial fertility treatment.

Passenger Sues EgyptAir Over Hypodermic Needle Attack

An American traveller files a $2 million lawsuit against EgyptAir after claiming he was injected with a hypodermic needle during a flight, raising serious concerns about passenger safety and potential HIV and hepatitis exposure.

NHS to roll out revolutionary eczema cream

The NHS is rolling out a groundbreaking new cream that could revolutionise eczema treatment, offering hope to thousands suffering from severe symptoms across the UK.

MIC Star's Liver Disease Shock at 24

Reality TV personality Sam Vanderpump reveals life-changing autoimmune hepatitis diagnosis that left doctors stunned by his age and lifestyle.

Father's £100k race for cancer treatment

Jamie Scott, a 39-year-old father battling incurable cancer, needs £100,000 for revolutionary treatment not available on the NHS. His family's emotional plea for help has touched hearts nationwide.

NHS 10-minute robotic prostate surgery cuts waiting lists

Exclusive: British surgeons pioneer revolutionary robotic prostate procedures that take just 10 minutes, offering new hope for thousands stuck on NHS waiting lists. Discover how this medical breakthrough is transforming cancer care across the UK.

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