
A new poll suggests that misconceptions about the flu vaccine are at a three-year high, despite the fact that more patients seem to be receiving the vaccine. Find out what physicians can do to clear the air.
Rachael Zimlich is a freelance writer in Cleveland, Ohio. She writes regularly for Contemporary Pediatrics, Managed Healthcare Executive, and Medical Economics.

A new poll suggests that misconceptions about the flu vaccine are at a three-year high, despite the fact that more patients seem to be receiving the vaccine. Find out what physicians can do to clear the air.

Stakeholders are working to automate the prior authorization process, pending the release of standards from CMS.

As the battle against the COVID-19 virus rages on, physicians and other healthcare workers may feel as though they are fighting alone. But help is available.

Public health officials are hopeful a record number of flu vaccines can help stave off epidemic levels.

Antibodies that were previously overlooked may hold the key to a better flu vaccine.

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University of Georgia researchers secured a multi-million grant to create a better flu vaccine.

Spanish-speaking patients who refuse vaccines aren’t always getting the right message, according to a new report.

President Donald Trump offered his support for flu vaccines and promised to promote additional research on seasonal flu, but will it help?

Experts say it’s too early to predict the severity of the flu season, or how effective the vaccine will be

The flu vaccine can help protect against more than just the flu. A new study reveals extended benefits, especially for the elderly.

For people who love cats but are allergic to them, relief may be on the horizon-and cats, rather than humans, would be the ones to be vaccinated.

A new study investigates what societal factors influence HPV vaccination as age recommendation for vaccine expands.

Flu vaccines manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur will be delayed a few weeks, but should still arrive in time to provide protection for the season.

A small study polling patients on vaccine refusal reasons at a small travel clinic reveals that patients were more worried about what they perceived as vaccine risks rather than diseases themselves, even after education was provided.

Researchers for the first time have investigated whether there is a link between sexual orientation and vaccination status, and the answer is … sometimes.

There are a lot of options when it comes to flu vaccines, and now is the time to start thinking about-and better understanding-the differences

Vaccines can sometimes be a drain on practices. Mistakes in ordering, storing, or billing for vaccines can lead to losses. Here’s how to avoid these traps.

Physicians can spend a lot of time teaching clients about vaccines, and there is a lot to be lost when educating patients who don’t need or aren’t interested in receiving vaccines.

How partnering community programs with medical care may be the key to improving vaccination rates in patients with mental illness.

More than ever, vaccine recommendations are coming with caveats. As vaccines become more targeted, how will this impact the future of recommendations for clinicians?

While many meningococcal B vaccines strike college campuses, the threat of the disease is too low and the cost of the vaccine too high to warrant universal vaccination, according to a new report.

A new report reveals physicians have issues they need to resolve to move adult immunization forward.

A new study reveals that primary care offices are the best place to receive hepatitis vaccines, but more work is needed to improve timing.

Streamlined administrative tasks, inbox management, and focus on work-life balance can all help reduce physician burnout.

Adult vaccination should be promoted as a way to improve health, rather than just avoid disease, according to a new report

CDC has issued a statement to put to rest the question of whether adults need a booster for measles protection

Mainstream media is raising the alarm on measles and posing a question about vaccine boosters. Are you ready to answer your patients’ questions?

The AAFP is mailing out new vaccine tables to help both clinicians and their patients understand the newest recommendations.

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