These tweaks include a new fourth dose of the 6-in-1 vaccine that contains the bacteria Hib alongside diphtheria, tetanus, ...

Health chiefs have already sounded the alarm this year over a spike in cases of the infection in the UK encouraging parents ...

R.E.M. have announced details of ‘Radio Free Europe 2025’ – a five-track benefit EP that includes a never-before-released remix of the breakthrough song.

Meningitis is an infection – is the risk of transmission higher when sharing personal items that come into contact with ...

The Government has announced ‘significant’ changes to the childhood vaccination schedule, including a new routine appointment ...

Dr. Alba María Ropero Álvarez, PAHO/WHO representative in the Dominican Republic, praised the initiative: “The hexavalent vaccine is a game-changer. It reduces injections, improves coverage, and ...

The Mission Indradhanush initiative has significantly improved immunization coverage, contributing to the reduction of child ...

Chancroid is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection (STI) that causes genital ulcers. It is rarely seen in the United States, but chancroid, caused by the Haemophilus ducreyi bacteria, is ...

A Michigan baby marks the fifth 2025 measles case in the state. Following expert guidance on childhood vaccinations can be key to stop the spread of infectious diseases. Michigan and other states ...

The spleen is responsible for filtering out bacteria, particularly encapsulated bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Neisseria meningitidis. When the spleen does ...

Val Kilmer’s death on Tuesday has sparked reminders of the risks of pneumonia. The actor, best known for his role as Iceman in "Top Gun" — along with "Batman Forever," "The Doors" and many ...