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New ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule recommends changes to herpes zoster, pneumococcal, hepatitis B vaccines

The guidelines from the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) also include information on COVID-19 vaccines, stressing that it is safe to co-administer them with other vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/22/2.htm
22 Feb 2022

Uptake of herpes zoster vaccine linked to supply

Strong uptake led to short supply for the shingles vaccine. Learn how to educate patients and integrate best practices into your clinical routine.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/10/uptake-of-herpes-zoster-vaccine-linked-to-supply.htm
1 Oct 2019

Coadministration of zoster vaccine, COVID-19 booster appears safe, effective

An industry trial found that coadministration of an mRNA COVID-19 booster vaccine with a first dose of recombinant zoster vaccine was immunologically noninferior to spacing the shots two weeks apart, with a similar safety and reactogenicity profile.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/06/27/2.htm
27 Jun 2023

New herpes zoster vaccine brings familiar challenges

A new vaccine should be considered the preferred option for prevention of shingles in adults and should be given in place of the existing one, but it brings with it familiar considerations: efficacy, insurance, and patient communication.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/02/new-herpes-zoster-vaccine-brings-familiar-challenges.htm
1 Feb 2018

Study shows shingles vaccine safe in patients taking TNF inhibitors

The safety and effectiveness of live virus vaccines, such as the varicella-zoster vaccine, have been unknown in patients with inflammatory diseases who are receiving immunomodulatory therapy.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/09/28/4.htm
28 Sep 2021

MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for multiple myeloma

A 64-year-old man is evaluated following a recent diagnosis of multiple myeloma. Chemotherapy is planned to begin in 14 days. Which prophylactic therapy is indicated today?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/12/05/3.htm
5 Dec 2023

Correcting myths about pneumococcus, flu, zoster vaccines

Vaccines have an undeserved bad reputation, so a Master of the College promotes their use and discusses common errors in administration..
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/06/vaccines.htm
1 Jun 2009

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

ACP urges adults to get vaccinations to protect against preventable diseases.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/15/5.htm
15 Aug 2023

MKSAP Quiz: Routine visit for a patient with chronic kidney disease

A 45-year-old man is evaluated during a routine visit in September. He has advanced chronic kidney disease due to IgA nephropathy. After his vaccination history is evaluated, what is the most appropriate additional vaccine to administer at this visit?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/07/18/3.htm
18 Jul 2023

Shingles vaccine age range extended; aneurysm kit approved

Recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/06/fda.htm
1 Jun 2011

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