Immunization remains one of the most powerful tools for protecting communities against vaccine-preventable diseases. However, as the frequency of natural disasters and extreme weather phenomena continues to increase, the risk of disease outbreaks and severe illness also rises. From unprecedented heat waves to storm-induced power outages, we outline how healthcare facilities can stay prepared and adaptable—ensuring uninterrupted patient care and immunization efforts ..read more

This year marks five years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, a significant milestone in the history of vaccinology. The pandemic’s immense global impact underscored the necessity of vaccines, spotlighted manufacturing efficacy, shifted public perspectives on immunization, and propelled advancements in vaccine technology that continue to drive scientific breakthroughs. As we step into another promising year for immunology and vaccine development, our blog takes a closer look at the current state of the industry and explores key opportunities ahead ..read more

In the second edition of our Celebrating the Faces of Vaccinology series, we’re spotlighting, Katalin "Kati" Karikó’, whose decades of mRNA research laid the groundwork for the rapid, life-saving development of the first mRNA and COVID vaccine. Preventing an estimated 14.4 million deaths worldwide within its first year of use, the vaccine became a pivotal milestone in the fight against the pandemic ..read more

The average American gets vaccinated dozens of times in their lifetime to prevent severe illness. Despite this, very few know the intricacies of how vaccines work. To increase immunization rates and keep our communities healthy, it’s important for more people to have a deeper understanding of the vaccine process. Healthcare providers can help spread awareness about the value of vaccines and debunk the misconceptions of vaccine safety by explaining how vaccination protects us against life-threatening illness ..read more

Every fall, physicians are encouraged to converse with patients about their plans for receiving the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine. Staying informed about the facts and the latest updates surrounding the flu vaccine equips you to effectively answer any patient questions that come your way. To support these conversations, we share a comprehensive overview of key flu vaccine changes and information, helping clinicians offer informed recommendations and boost vaccination rates ..read more

Two years after our blog, “The Rise of mRNA Vaccines,” we revisit the mRNA vaccine industry, sharing important mRNA-related facts, highlighting the benefits of mRNA technology, and exploring recent progress made in mRNA vaccine development ..read more

As individuals age, so does their immunity against certain harmful diseases. Over time, protective antibodies from childhood vaccinations fade, making it crucial that adults between the ages of 19 and 50 safeguard their health by consulting care providers and staying up-to-date with recommended vaccination schedules ..read more

Every year, respiratory illnesses such as influenza (flu), RSV, and COVID-19 cause hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and thousands of deaths. Luckily, vaccination is proven to prevent and reduce the severity of many common respiratory virus symptoms. To improve our collective health during peak virus season, it’s critical that providers incorporate proactive immunization efforts during their fall patient interactions. Disease Burden of Respiratory Illness During the 2022–2023 season, the concurrent surge of flu, RSV, and COVID-19, coined the “tripledemic,” resulted in 693,000 hospitali ..read more

From eliminating measles in the U.S. to developing the first mRNA vaccine, the past few decades have been momentous for vaccine innovation and development. However, today’s progress would never have been possible without the contributions of the scientists whose research set the foundation for immunology. Our newest blog series will examine the work and impact of some of the most influential individuals in vaccinology. In the first installment, we spotlight a French chemist and microbiologist who has revolutionized our understanding and approach to treating infectious diseases, Louis Past ..read more

When children approach and enter their teenage years, immunity from the vaccines they received during youth declines. Concurrently, as adolescents gain independence, they begin engaging with more places and people, heightening their risk of exposure to disease. Keeping up with recommended vaccinations protects preteens and teens against disease and encourages them to make informed vaccine choices as they enter adulthood. Recommended Vaccinations for Preteens and Teens The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends two vaccines for newly at-risk illnesses: meningococcal disease ..read more