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COVID vaccination rates are low in pregnant people. Experts say misinformation is partly to blame.
Experts say that pregnant people are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 vaccine misinformation, which can lead to vaccine hesitancy.
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HPV vaccine linked to dramatic drop in cervical cancer deaths, so why are vaccination rates low?
Despite evidence that the HPV vaccine is safe, effective and can help prevent cancer, HPV vaccination rates in the U.S. remain “suboptimal,” say experts.
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Vaccination rates for kindergarten students are falling. Here’s why doctors say that’s 'really bad news.'
Childhood vaccination rates dropped for the third year in a row, according to a new CDC report. Here's why doctors says it's concerning.
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What parents need to know about measles: 'It's not a very fun disease to have'
Measles is highly contagious — and dangerous, according to experts. Here's how to protect your kids from it.
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People are blaming COVID vaccines for sudden deaths and more. Here's why experts say it’s harmful.
Whenever a public figure dies or has a major health problem, some falsely blame it on COVID-19 vaccines, despite the fact that it deters people from being vaccinated, thus increasing the risks for everyone.
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How to protect yourself and your family from COVID this winter
With a possible COVID surge on the horizon, here's how to stay safe, according to experts.
Yahoo LifeWhat parents need to know about Omicron-specific COVID boosters for children 6 months and older
Children as young as 6 months old are now eligible to get the updated Omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine.
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COVID and the holidays: Do we still need to worry about gathering with family and friends?
Is it OK to go back to celebrating the holidays as usual? Here's what experts say.
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CDC recommends adding COVID vaccines to routine childhood immunizations — here's what that means
COVID-19 vaccines may be added to childhood immunizations next year. But some are confused about what that means. An expert explains.
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Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon shared their love story in 'The Big Sick.' Now they're opening up about being immunocompromised during the pandemic
The couple talk mental health, leaving social media and why attending the Emmys was their first big "dip in the pool" after isolating at home.
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When is the best time to get a flu shot? Here’s what doctors say.
When should you get a flu shot? And can you get a flu shot at the same time as the Omicron booster? Here’s what experts say.
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Who should get the Omicron booster? Here's what experts say.
Who's eligible for the new Omicron booster? And do we really need one? Here's what you need to know.
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6 things school nurses want parents to know as kids head back to school
Five school nurses share what they want parents to know to help keep their kids healthy and ready for the school year.
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Who should get the monkeypox vaccine? Here's what experts say.
Not sure if you're currently eligible for the monkeypox vaccine? Experts explain who should consider getting it.
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How worried should parents be about polio? Here’s what experts say.
Most cases of polio are in children under 5. But being vaccinated protects against the life-threatening disease.
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Having a hard time getting COVID vaccines for children under 5 at a pharmacy? Here’s why.
Some parents of young children are reporting difficulty actually getting the COVID vaccine at pharmacies. Here's why.
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COVID vaccines in children under 5: Pediatricians answer parents' most common questions
Many parents have questions about COVID vaccines in children under 5 — from timing to side effects to efficacy. Here's what pediatricians have to say.
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Parents assess travel plans as airline mask mandate lifts. Experts weigh in on risks.
While some families are rescheduling their flights, others are more likely to fly now that the airline mask mandate has been lifted.
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Mayim Bialik clarifies her stance on vaccines: ‘My children are vaccinated, I am vaccinated’
"My kids were vaccinated before [the pandemic]. I think the only change is that I chose to publicly talk about it," she explained.
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COVID-19: BA.2 is now the dominant variant in the U.S. — here's what you need to know
What exactly is the Omicron subvariant BA.2 and how concerned should you be? Experts weigh in.
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People 50 and older can now get a 2nd COVID booster — here’s what you need to know
The FDA authorized a second booster for people 50 and older. The shot can be administered starting at least four months after receiving the first booster.
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CDC study finds masking works in schools — just as mandates lift across the country
"There are always going to be cases in schools, and masks will help decrease cases," one expert tells Yahoo Life.
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Teachers weigh in as states end school mask mandates
Some teachers tell Yahoo Life they felt ready to unmask, while others will keep face coverings for certain situations.
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States announce the end of school mask mandates. Experts say it's time.
Most schools, in the opinion of one expert consulted by Yahoo Life, will eventually end mask mandates, adding that recent CDC guidance gives them the ability to do so with confidence.
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Districts lift or tweak long-standing COVID-19 policies: 'Schools are just eager to get back to the way things were'
School districts across the U.S. are adjusting COVID-19 policies around masks, remote learning and testing.
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Parents react as school mask mandates lift across the country: 'I feel really nervous'
As states lift mask mandates, parents assess how to move forward.