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The officials warn that a federal panel’s vote to scale back universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns could reverse decades of progress in preventing a dangerous, lifelong virus.
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The grant, part of a $5 million statewide investment announced by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine to boost pediatric cancer research, will help Cleveland Clinic develop a targeted RNA vaccine for rare pediatric cancers.
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Meagan Pant founded Miscarriage Support Dayton after own pregnancy losses. The nonprofit will look to spread awareness and connect families with mental health resources.
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A dramatic drop in mortality for youngsters under age 5 has been one of the great accomplishments in global health. But estimates suggest that in 2025 child deaths will go up.
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In a controversial move, the vaccine advisory group reversed a recommendations for universal immunizing of newborns intended to protect them from a virus that attacks the liver.
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Ohio's proposal for a share of the $50 billion federal fund looks promising, local health experts say, but the money may not be enough to make up for rural hospitals' financial struggles.
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Delayed symptoms keep some patients from seeking immediate treatment for serious head injuries, but quick therapy can reduce Alzheimer's risk by more than 40 percent, the study found.
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The childhood vaccination schedule has protected children from dangerous diseases for decades.
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For decades, newborns in the U.S. have been given the hepatitis B vaccine. This could change. A CDC vaccine advisory panel may vote to end that routine vaccination. Here's what parents should know.
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Ahead of this year's flu peak virus season, public health officials in Northeast Ohio are recommending people get the flu vaccine despite early indications it may be of limited benefit against one new flu strain.
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Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention will scrutinize the childhood vaccine schedule and may start to upend it.
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The FDA is urging customers to toss certain brands of grated Pecorino Romano; at the same time, it escalated an existing recall of numerous shredded cheeses.