Prevention & Wellness

Jan 9, 2023

2023 Pneumonia Vaccine for Adults: How Long Does It Last?

Prevnar 20, new pneumonia vaccine, offers equal protection in a single dose unlike previous vaccines, which required two doses. And it provides lifelong protection.

By Jeffrey Fontenot, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Aug 5, 2022

Mpox and Children: Should Kids Get the Smallpox Vaccine?

The smallpox vaccine, which is no longer administered to the general public, has proved to be effective against mpox.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Aug 3, 2022

Why Adults Might Need the Whooping Cough Vaccine Again

Babies younger than two months old are most vulnerable to whooping cough, which is why Tdap vaccination during pregnancy is an effective way to protect infants.

By Veronica Gillispie-Bell, MD

Women's Health

Jul 13, 2021

Can Pregnant Women Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?

Following the guidelines from the FDA, no one is excluded from receiving the vaccine, even patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pregnant patients should discuss with their physician individual risk factors to make an informed decision about possible vaccinations.

By Joseph Biggio, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Women's Health

May 19, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccination in Pregnancy Passes Antibodies to Newborns

Studies show COVID-19 antibodies are transferred from mothers to babies through breast milk and the placenta.

By Joseph Biggio, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 22, 2021

Do Vaccines Cause Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Surveys suggest that about 20% of parents believe vaccines lead to autism. We explain this common myth and studies that prove this myth is officially busted.

By Lee Ann Annotti, PhD and Jennifer V Hogan, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 3, 2021

Is COVID-19 a Pandemic or Endemic?

What does pandemic mean, exactly? What is the difference between a pandemic and an epidemic? And what does “endemic” mean?

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 24, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Fillers

Some people with cosmetic fillers experienced side effects after receiving their COVID-19 vaccine. What does this mean?

By Jessica Chu, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 9, 2021

Prevention through Vaccines is Key for Children

Vaccines can help prevent illnesses in children. View the recommended routine vaccine schedule.

By April D. Green, PharmD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 3, 2021

How To Protect Yourself From Shingles

The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices now recommends all healthy adults 50 years and older be vaccinated against shingles with Shingrix.

By April D. Green, PharmD

Health Trends

Jan 20, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine: Who Gets it First?

Once the COVID-19 vaccine is approved by the FDA, the vaccine can begin being distributed. However, because there will be a limited supply when the vaccine is first introduced, we can expect it will be distributed to certain groups of people first.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 14, 2021

Avoid Shingles Pain With This Vaccine

The Shingrix vaccine is recommended by healthcare providers for the prevention of shingles in adults aged 50 years and older.

By Addy Reine, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Jan 6, 2021

Fighting Cervical Cancer Starts with Screenings and Vaccinations

Most cervical cancer cases occur in women with either no previous screening or inadequate screening. Learn how you can protect yourself.

By Sheena Pullman, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 25, 2020

Hepatitis A: What Is It?

Sometimes, people who are infected with hepatitis A have no symptoms. Adults are more likely than children to show symptoms, which can appear two to seven weeks after infection.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 9, 2018

The HPV Vaccine: What to Know for Your Child

It’s the season of back to school physicals and wellness visits. With your child going in for routine vaccinations, there is one other vaccination that should be on your discussion list: the HPV vaccination.

By April D. Green, PharmD

Conditions & Treatment

May 15, 2018

The Consequences of Not Being Vaccinated

One critical way parents safeguard the ongoing wellbeing and health of their children is to vaccinate them. See the recommended routine childhood immunization schedule.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 25, 2017

All About Yellow Fever Vaccinations

If you have a tropical vacation coming up, get your yellow fever shot sooner rather than later.

By Obinaa Nnedu, MD and Katherine Baumgarten, MD