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Efforts to vaccinate children globally have stalled since 2010, leaving millions vulnerable to tetanus, polio, tuberculosis ...
Childhood vaccinations coverage slowed significantly even before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, a new study found.
Biological risk consultants forecast the impacts and opportunities of epidemics.
The analysis, conducted by researchers at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, reveals a significant decline in vaccination rates—particularly after the ...
Efforts to vaccinate children against deadly diseases are faltering across the world due to economic inequality, Covid-era ...
The tuberculosis cough often begins as a mild irritation that gradually intensifies. Initially, it may occur primarily in the morning or evening, but progression leads to frequent coughing ...
That persistent cough might be nothing—or it might signal something that needs medical attention. Understanding the timeline, characteristics, and accompanying symptoms can help you determine ...
A case of tuberculosis was reported at a Portland-area middle school, sparking concerns among local families, but public health officials are optimistic that community spread will not occur and the… ...
Symptoms of active tuberculosis include a cough, pain in the chest, and coughing up blood or phlegm. Many people can carry the bacteria without showing symptoms, known as latent tuberculosis.
A tuberculosis case has been confirmed at the Miami federal detention center. Officials are taking steps to protect inmates, staff and the public.
Tuberculosis can be either latent or active. Inactive TB isn’t contagious and shows no symptoms, while active TB is contagious and presents symptoms such as a persistent cough and or blood upon ...