Can You Get Flu Shots Twice In The Same Year?

Can You Get Flu Shots Twice In The Same Year?

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Updated Feb 15, 2025 | 07:52 AM IST

SummaryThe CDC estimates that the 2024-2025 flu season has already resulted in at least 24 million illnesses, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 13,000 deaths. The mortality rate from influenza has surpassed that of COVID-19 in recent weeks, with flu-related deaths accounting for 2% of all fatalities in the U.S. compared to COVID-19’s 1.5%. So is taking extra precaution with immunization the only way to prevention?

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World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, And Significance

World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, and Significance

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

SummaryOn this day in 2007, for the first time, the presence of malaria was acknowledged globally, and thus came the World Malaria Day, which is now observed every year on April 25. Know what makes it different with its theme this year. Read on.

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Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 03:00 AM IST

SummaryInitial tests have produced promising results, having shown that it is able to detect 12 of the most lethal and common cancers, including bowel cancer, at an early stage, with over 99% accuracy.

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Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

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Updated Apr 24, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

SummaryNovavax’s vaccine, which is the only protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, is awaiting for its full approval. Once approved, it could remain on the market even after the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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