Immunization

HPV Vaccine Herd Immunity

Long-term study on HPV vaccinations finds evidence of herd immunity

These are some tips for proving you're vaccinated when going out in Philly

COVID-19 booster shots offered to immunocompromised patients by pharmacies, Black Doctors Consortium

COVID-19 Booster Shots for Immunocompromised People

Nearly 20,000 Philly students are behind on state vaccinations, could face bans from school

School Immunizations

Charles Barkley says pro athletes who refuse COVID-19 vaccine are 'selfish'

COVID booster shots might not be needed for Pfizer, Moderna vaccine recipients, new research shows

Immunity COVID-19

Philly expanding COVID-19 vaccination rollout to more pharmacies, mass clinics

New federal guidelines to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all seniors

COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines

Some people are testing positive for COVID-19 after being vaccinated, but that's expected

Moderna seeking FDA authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine

Moderna FDA vaccine

AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine develops strong immune response among older adults

Children's Health

Your child's vaccines: What you need to know about catching up during the COVID-19 pandemic

Vaccine Schedule COVID-19

Children's Health

As vaccinations fall amid coronavirus pandemic, longterm concerns rise

Childhood vaccines

The current flu shot appears more effective than last season's vaccine

Flu vaccine

Children's Health

What vaccines are recommended for children and when should they be given?

Nurse pens viral post on vaccines: 'The flu shot is not always about you'

Children's Health

Your baby should get the flu shot and you should, too

Pa. proposes stricter vaccination requirements for schoolchildren

Changes coming to next year's flu shot

Poll: Majority favor mandatory vaccination of kids

Dry January Wine

Dry January isn't just a month away from alcohol. It leads to long-term reductions in drinking

Health Benefits Couples

Strong relationships provide the willpower needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle

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Why intentions may work better than New Year’s resolutions

Steps Better Health Naps

As a health writer, here are five steps I took in 2025 that improved my life

med school trend

Medical school enrollment surpasses 100,000 for first time as application numbers rebound

Not happy with how you look in photos? There's a psychological explanation

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