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Will there be a nasal spray COVID-19 vaccine?

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A: Scientists are working on it, but it may be a year or longer before they are available in the U.S. and E.U. Several groups in the U.S. are working to develop nasal vaccines for COVD-19, but most are still doing pre-clinical trials in animals. Two groups have progressed to studying humans, and one of

Tengo 43 años, ¿es tarde para vacunarme contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH)?

Posts en Español Reproductive Health Vaccines

No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración

Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.

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A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and

Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”

Data and Metrics Vaccines

A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that

Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?

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Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu