Vaccines are one of the most effective tools in modern medicine, saving millions of lives around the world by preventing the spread of infectious diseases. But despite their proven safety and effectiveness, in recent years vaccination rates have fallen. This has led to a resurgence of preventable diseases like measles, whooping cough, influenza, and others. …
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HOUSTON, TX (August 9, 2023) – In just a few days and weeks, parents will be preparing lunch boxes and sending their kids back to school, but if your child isnāt up-to-date on their vaccines or requires a physical for sports activities, wait no longer.
HOUSTON, TX (May 16, 2023) – Per the National Institutes of Health (NIH), HIV Vaccine Awareness Day is observed every year on May 18 and commemorates U.S. President Bill Clintonās 1997 declaration that, āonly a truly effective, preventive HIV vaccine can limit and eventually eliminate the threat of AIDS.ā It recognizes the many volunteers, community …
Evidence suggests an upcoming vaccine trial looks promising. By Barrett White Preliminary data from a clinical trial by The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, California looks promising, and suggests that a new HIV vaccine may be on the horizon. The trial was attached to the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI). “These are very …
By Kimberly Cooper, Occupational Health and Infection Control Nurse This week marks National Influenza Vaccination week. This event was created by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in 2005 to highlight the importance of getting vaccinated for the flu.Ā Despite various efforts to get people vaccinated, many myths remain about the flu vaccine. We are …
By Barrett White My family didnāt travel much when I was a child, we simply couldnāt afford it. But when we could afford a weekend adventure away from home, we would pile in the car and drive out to New Orleans, Dallas, Austin, or San Antonio. We never worried much about travel vaccinations, because these …
By Carolina Boyd The flu is more dangerous than the common cold for children. Thatās why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccination for all children six months and older. Last yearās flu season was one of the deadliest. More than 2,150 people died from the flu in the …
Vaccines matter more than you know. Print this vaccine schedule to keep up with your kidās immunizations. Immunization Schedule for Children & Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger Call Legacy Community Health at 832-548-5000 to schedule your childās vaccine or checkup.
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (HVAD) is observed annually on May 18th to recognize and thank all the dedicated individuals working to find a safe and effective preventive HIV vaccine. It is also a day to educate about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research.
We must continue to vaccinate every child to enjoy the protection that vaccines can provide.










