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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation to lower the eligible age for pneumococcal vaccination from …
CDC Endorses Lowering Age for Pneumococcal Vaccination to 50 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In preparation for the upcoming respiratory virus season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updated its guidance on the use of Respiratory Syncytial Virus …
CDC Recommends RSV Vaccine for Older Adults Ahead of Respiratory Virus Season Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Arexvy, a vaccine designed to prevent lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), for …
FDA Approves New RSV Vaccine for Individuals Aged 50-59 Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), better known as liver cancer, is a particularly aggressive form of cancer that often leaves healthcare providers grappling for treatment options. This cancer’s stealthy …
Novel Vaccine Shows Promising Results in Battle Against Liver Cancer: A New Hope in the Medical Field Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County health officials are raising the alarm over an uptick in cases of Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory infection that poses …
Delaware County Faces Rising Whooping Cough Cases: Health Officials Urge Vaccination Read More
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently announced the release of more than 77,000 additional doses of Beyfortus™ (nirsevimab-alip (100 mg)), a long-acting monoclonal antibody designed to …
CDC Announces Release of Over 77,000 Additional Doses of Beyfortus™ for RSV Protection in Infants Read MoreBALA CYNWYD, PA — A new advocacy effort is driving change as patients living with herpes globally are rallying for a cure. The clinical pipeline for a herpes vaccine has heated …
A Race for a Herpes Cure Begins: Highlights from the Herpes Cure Pipeline Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Join the Chester County Immunization Coalition for an insightful evening dedicated to understanding RSV Disease and its vaccine. This in-person event will take place on Tuesday, September …
Dinner Event: RSV Disease and Its Vaccine Dinner Program Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Travel Medicine Program, located at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital’s Occupational Health Centers (OHC), offers travelers a wide range of services and access to care …
Stay Healthy While You Explore the World: Chester County Hospital’s Travel Medicine Program Has You Covered Read More
PHOENIXVILLE, PA — The Gateway Pharmacy and PressurePerfect Massage announced Vax and Relax Thursday. Gateway pharmacy will be administering the Moderna 1st and 2nd vaccines and boosters on October 20th …
Gateway Pharmacy and PressurePerfect Massage Announce Vax and Relax Thursday Read More