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ESCANABA — Flu season is upon us. The onset of autumn brings with it several viruses that tend to circulate this time of year, including influenza, COVID, par

Each year, Medicare beneficiaries have an opportunity to make changes to how they receive their Medicare coverage during the nearly 8-week annual open enrollment period. This brief answers key questions about the Medicare open enrollment period and Medicare coverage options.

ACIP recommends nirsevimab to prevent RSV in all infants, pediatric use of the PCV20, and wider use of influenza vaccines in young children.

The Vaccine for Children program is highlighted.

RBC | Everyone over the age of 6 months should get the latest covid-19 booster, a federal expert panel recommended Tuesday, Sept. 12 after hearing an estimate that universal vaccination could prevent 100,000 more hospitalizations each year than if only the elderly were vaccinated. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization

The seasonal influenza vaccine appears to be effective at reducing influenza-associated hospitalization, based on data provided from multiple countries.

Two bills, one in Idaho and the other in the U.S. Senate defy science, logic, and civic responsibility. The first would criminalize the administration of life-saving mRNA vaccines, while the second would ban mask mandates.

Pharmacists play a vital role in providing education and administering influenza, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccines

Heres what to know about the new vaccine formulas, who can get a booster and how theyll continue to be free.

And if I do, how long should I wait?