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Kennedy’s vaccine panel met for the first time. Here’s what to know.
The meeting offered a glimpse into how the new Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will operate — and how federal vaccine policy is beginning to reflect Kennedy’s personal views.
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Georgia’s childhood vaccination rates have dropped. Doctors are worried.
Georgia's MMR vaccination rates for kindergarteners have fallen from 93.6% in 2019-20 to 88.4% in 2023-24, pushing children further from the 95% rate needed for herd immunity.
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Fulton County health officials warn mpox is still circulating
Ever since the 2022 global outbreak of mpox, the number of cases has died down in the United States, but Fulton County ...
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CDC vaccine panel abruptly overhauled by RFK Jr. says it will ... - MSN
The post CDC vaccine panel abruptly overhauled by RFK Jr. says it will review childhood vaccination schedules appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
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CDC Lab Workers May Have Been Exposed to Ebola - ABC News
This technician had no symptoms and will be monitored for 21 days. "I am troubled by this incident in our Ebola research laboratory in Atlanta," CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden said in a statement.
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CDC, Gwinnett County emergency crews offer safety tips on World Drowning Prevention Day
In order to raise awareness about the dangers of swimming, or boating, Gwinnett County officials and the Atlanta-based CDC ...
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CDC supporters continue to rally for public health months after ... - MSN
State Rep. Saira Draper, an Atlanta Democrat, joined a long list of passionate voices at Tuesday’s rally. Her message was delivered through rain as a storm moved in. Attendees opened umbrellas ...