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Tetanus toxin found to have therapeutic properties
A team of researchers from the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Institute of Neuroscience at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona has discovered that tetanus toxin, which causes tetanus, could be extremely useful as a therapy against psychological disorders... view more (2005-06-15)

Combination treatment enhances tetanus vaccination
In studies with mice, Penn State researchers have shown that a combination of retinoic acid - a product the body makes naturally from vitamin A - and PIC, a synthetic immunity booster, significantly elevates the immune system response to a tetanus shot.   view more (2005-09-13)

Exposure to PCBs May Reduce the Effectiveness of Vaccines in Children
New epidemiological evidence suggests that exposure to environmental pollutants may have an adverse impact on immune responses to childhood vaccinations.   view more (2006-08-23)

OHSU research suggests America may over-vaccinate
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine this week by Oregon Health & Science University researchers suggests that timelines for vaccinating and revaccinating Americans against disease should possibly be reevaluated and adjusted.   view more (2007-11-08)

Number of cases of most vaccine-preventable diseases in US at all-time low
A comparison of illness and death rates for 13 vaccine-preventable diseases in the U.S., before and after use of the vaccine, indicates there have been significant decreases in the number of cases, hospitalizations and deaths for each of the diseases examined.   view more (2007-11-14)

No link between multiple childhood vaccinations and hospitalization for nontargeted diseases
New research does not support a belief that children receiving multiple vaccines increase their risk of hospitalization for a nontargeted infectious disease, according to a study in the August 10 issue of JAMA.   view more (2005-08-10)

First European trial for new breast cancer vaccine
European clinical trials are under way in Denmark and the UK testing a new breast cancer vaccine targeted against the HER-2 growth factor.* HER-2 is overexpressed in about a quarter of all breast cancers and has become a key target for new treatments, such as the monoclonal antibody therapy... view more (2002-03-18)

Immunisation is not linked to sudden infant death
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis is now given at ages 2, 3 and 4 months in the UK, which coincides with the peak age for the sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, a study in this week's BMJ finds that immunisation is not linked to sudden unexpected death in infancy and... view more (2001-04-03)

Reactions to last DTaP vaccine not prevented
A red splotch forms where most preschoolers get their fifth, and last, shot of the acellular diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (DTaP) vaccine, and it can last a few days.   view more (2006-03-02)

Dormant Bugs Dodge Antibiotics
A new way to attack harmful bacteria by affecting normal growth has been discovered by scientists from Aberystwyth. The research is presented today, Wednesday 10 September 2003, by Dr Adriana Ravagnani at the Society for General Microbiology's meeting at UMIST in Manchester. Under hostile... view more (2003-08-27)

National Vaccine Advisory Committee recommends increased adolescent immunization
Vaccinating infants and toddlers is an almost universal practice in the United States. Vaccines to prevent flu are a regular part of medical care for senior citizens and at-risk patients. But, according to a study published in the August 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine,... view more (2008-07-08)

Data On Global Vaccination Coverage Paints Overoptimistic Picture (p 1022)
Officialy reported data for vaccination coverage across the world could be misleading, conclude authors of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. Current methods for obtaining data in many countries is probably exaggerating the proportion of populations effectively vaccinated against common... view more (2003-09-24)

Combination vaccines okay for infants, study shows
A University of Rochester study brings relief to new parents who, while navigating a jam-packed childhood vaccine schedule, can expect to soothe their newborn through as many as 15 "pokes" by his or her six-month checkup.   view more (2007-10-04)

Human trial proves ricin vaccine safe, induces neutralizing antibodies; further tests planned
cientists have completed the first human clinical trial of a recombinant vaccine for the deadly toxin ricin-a potential bioterror threat - and the results indicate the vaccine is safe and effective in eliciting ricin-neutralizing antibodies.   view more (2006-01-31)

NEW APPROACH TO INFANT MALARIA AND ANAEMIA CONTROL (p 1471)
A new approach to malaria and anaemia control involving drug treatment delivered at the time of an existing WHO immunisation schedule could substantially reduce illness and death from malaria among infants, conclude authors of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. An estimated 1 000 000... view more (2001-05-09)

Biodegradable microspheres deliver time release vaccines, stimulate different immune response
A new vaccine delivery system using microspheres of a biodegradable polymer may not only reduce the need for booster shots in some cases, but also appears to stimulate an immune response that traditional vaccines do not.   view more (2007-03-01)

Acellular pertussis vaccine proves effective in adults, adolescents
A vaccine to protect adults and adolescents against illness due to Bordetella pertussis infection-or whooping cough-has proved more than 90 percent effective in a national, large-scale clinical study.   view more (2005-10-13)

Study reveals gaps in vaccine financing for underinsured children
A national survey of state immunization program managers reveals gaps in coverage for the current vaccine financing system, suggesting that many underinsured children may not receive recommended vaccinations, such as for pneumonia and meningitis.   view more (2007-08-08)

Whooping Cough Vaccine Not Just for Kids Anymore
In the first study of its kind, researchers at Saint Louis University have demonstrated that immunization with a new vaccine could potentially prevent more than a million cases of pertussis (whooping cough) each year in adolescents and adults.   view more (2005-10-25)

Doris Lessing To launch project where over 90 writers give their work to support NHS staff
Over 90 writers have come together to mark 50 years of the NHS and declare their support for what they see as some of our most beleaguered and hard working public servants. The 90+ writers have come freely donated some of their work for a special anthology of new writing entitled "The Gift" which... view more (2002-03-25)

$1.5 billion needed to ensure 12-month stockpile of pediatric vaccines
A six-month stockpile of recommended pediatric vaccines would cost $1 billion and could cover more than 90 percent of U.S. children during a six-month interruption in production, say researchers at two Illinois universities.   view more (2006-04-19)

Data shows use of a combination vaccine increased on-time immunization rates in infants
Results from a retrospective observational study of data among members of a managed care health plan in Utah showed that infants who received a combination vaccine had significantly higher rates of receiving all of their vaccinations on-time in the first two years of life compared to infants given... view more (2006-04-10)

Identifying Lymphoma Risks
Little is known about the causes of lymphoma. A case-control study conducted by Professor Nikolaus Becker and Dr. Alexandra Nieters, Division of Clinical Epidemiology at the Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (German Cancer Research Center, DKFZ), is looking closely at possible risk factors. First... view more (2004-09-14)

Childhood Mortality In Rural Senegal: A Significant Decline But Danger Of Resurgence Persists
The childhood death rate in sub-Saharan Africa is one of the highest in the world, in spite of a decline observed over the past few decades. This trend had been analysed for short selected periods, but the factors determining it over the long term are poorly known, owing to insufficient data.... view more (2002-09-27)

Parents follow pediatrician advice on administering MMR vaccinations
News stories about an allegedly harmful link between the mumps, measles and rubella vaccine and the onset of autism had little effect on whether U.S. parents immunized their children, according to a review of immunization records and news stories. Parents' decisions were more likely influenced by... view more (2008-04-07)
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