Category : Vaccines


US Vaccine Cuts Put Nation Behind UK and Peers

Health experts warn that sweeping changes to the US childhood vaccine schedule, led by Robert F Kennedy Jr, will increase disease outbreaks and leave America trailing other developed nations.

US Cuts Child Vaccines, Lags Behind Peers

The Trump administration's drastic reduction of recommended childhood vaccines puts the US behind other high-income nations, sparking warnings of increased disease outbreaks. Experts decry the unscientific move.

HPV Vaccine Shields Unvaccinated Women, Study Finds

High uptake of school-based HPV vaccination in Scotland has led to no cervical cancer cases in fully vaccinated young women and halved the risk for the unvaccinated. Discover the public health breakthrough.

RFK Jr. Cuts Child Vaccines After Family Funeral Snub

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. slashes recommended childhood vaccines, clashing with his late cousin's advocacy. The move, criticised by medics, came as he was excluded from her funeral. Read the full story.

US Drops Number of Recommended Child Vaccines

The US has made an unprecedented change to its childhood immunisation schedule, reducing recommended jabs. Experts warn this could increase disease risk. Read the full analysis.

Why we really catch colds in winter

New analysis reveals why respiratory infections spike in colder months. Discover the behavioural science behind winter illness and how to protect yourself effectively.

Measles outbreak triples in Australia, health alerts issued

Health authorities issue alerts as measles cases surge nearly threefold in 2025. The highly contagious virus spreads via travel, with vaccination coverage dropping below the critical 95% threshold. Check your immunisation status now.

New NHS vaccine targets chickenpox and measles

The NHS launches a free combined MMRV vaccine for children in England, aiming to prevent severe chickenpox complications and save millions in healthcare costs. Book your child's appointment now.

NHS to give children combined MMRV vaccine from Friday

The NHS launches a historic childhood immunisation programme, offering a combined MMRV vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox. Learn how this change aligns the UK with other nations and protects children's health.

Trump's mRNA War Jeopardises Future Vaccines

The US slashes funding for mRNA research, creating uncertainty for flu and cancer vaccines. This analysis explores the global repercussions and the potential for the UK and EU to step in. Read the full story.

Home vaccine scheme for vulnerable children launches

A new £2 million government pilot will see health visitors deliver childhood vaccinations at home to families struggling with access. The initiative aims to boost falling immunisation rates across England.

Page 3 of 11
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button