Study Finds Vaccines Don’t Weaken Babies’ Immune Systems
Researchers conducted a study that examined whether the childhood vaccine schedule was associated with an increased risk of infections not targeted by vaccines.
Study Finds Mumps Vaccine Protection Wanes Over Time
A recent meta-analysis of six studies of mumps vaccine effectiveness conducted in the U.S. found protection against mumps lasts an average of 27 years after the last dose of the vaccine.
Study Finds Asthma Treatments for Kids More Likely to Fail Without Flu Shot
New research shows an annual influenza (flu) shot is crucial for children with asthma.
CDC OKs FluMist for 2018-19 Influenza Season
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s advisory committee has voted 12-2 to recommend FluMist, the nasal spray version of the influenza vaccine, be used during the 2018-19 influenza (flu) season.
Cell-Based and Recombinant Vaccines More Effective in 2017-18 Flu Season
New data shows cell-based and recombinant vaccines were more effective in the 2017-18 influenza (flu) season
Heart Failure Death Risk Drops 50% in Those Who Receive Flu Vaccine
A new study shows people with heart failure who receive a seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine have a 50 percent drop in the risk of death during flu season and a 20percent drop in the risk of death during the rest of the year.
FDA Chooses Influenza Vaccine Strains for the 2018-19 Season
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee chose the Northern Hemisphere’s 2018-19 influenza (flu) vaccine strains based on the World Health Organization’s recommendations.
Flu Vaccine Recommendations Updated by CDC and AAP
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has updated its 2017-18 recommendations regarding the use of seasonal influenza (flu) vaccines and guidance for vaccine providers about the use of flu vaccines for the 2018-19 season.
CMS Launches New Voluntary Bundled Payment Model
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has launched a new voluntary bundled payment model that qualifies as an advanced alternative payment model under its quality payment program.
CMS Proposes Paying for Telehealth and Overhauling Medicare Billing
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is proposing a plan to pay doctors for virtual visits and overhaul Medicare billing standards put in place in the 1990s.
