Hib Booster is Back

Production of the Haemophilus influenzae type B, or Hib, vaccine has recently increased, following a temporary shortage brought on by a recall of certain lots of the vaccine in 2007. In this podcast, Dr. Andrew Kroger discusses the reinstatement of the booster dose of the Hib vaccine.

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Q&A for Providers about the Return to the Hib "Booster" Dose

CDC -HIB Vaccine Recomendations

Effective immediately, CDC, in consultation with ACIP, AAFP, and AAP, is recommending reinstatement of the booster dose of Hib vaccine for children aged 12--15 months who have completed the primary 3-dose series

CDC - Current Vaccine Shortages & Delays

This web page contains the latest national information about vaccine supplies and provides guidance to healthcare providers who are facing vaccine shortages or delays.

Hib Booster is Back

Production of the Haemophilus influenzae type B, or Hib, vaccine has recently increased, following a temporary shortage brought on by a recall of certain lots of the vaccine in 2007. This podcast discusses the importance of children who missed the booster shot receiving the booster at their next doctor's visit, and encourages parents to check with a healthcare provider to ensure their children are up-to-date on all vaccines.

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CDC - Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report

Hepatitis A Vaccination Coverage Among Children Aged 24-35 Months

CDC - MMWR

Updated Recommendations for Use of Haemophilus influenzae Type b (Hib) Vaccine: Reinstatement of the Booster Dose at Ages 12--15 Months

CDC - MMWR

Invasive Haemophilus influenzae Type B Disease in Five Young Children --- Minnesota, 2008

CDC - Hib Vaccine - Q&A for Providers about the Return to the Hib "Booster" Dose

Providers who are using Pentacel for the Hib series should use monovalent HepB vaccine to complete the HepB vaccine series. This will minimize extra-immunization.

CDC - Hib Vaccine - Q&A for Parents about the Return to the Hib "Booster" Dose

For most vaccines, more than one dose is needed for full protection. Each of the first doses, called “primary vaccination” or “the primary series” provides some protection.

CDC - Current Vaccine Shortages & Delays

This web page contains the latest national information about vaccine supplies and provides guidance to healthcare providers who are facing vaccine shortages or delays.

Seniors should watch for drug interactions when taking multiple medications

A recent study found that more than 80 percent of adults age 57 and older take at least one prescription drug a day and that about half of them regularly mix drugs with over-the-counter medications and supplements.

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UMHS - Drug Interactions

A drug interaction is a change in the effect of a drug caused by some other substance. In some cases, there is a change in the helpful effects of a drug and in other cases there is a change in side effects

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Alternative therapies can be safe, effective for children

Today, more children than ever are being treated with complementary and alternative therapies. Recent studies indicate that about 30 percent of healthy children and up to 50 percent of children with chronic disease are using some kind of alternative therapy.

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UMHS - Intergrative Medicine Giving

University of Michigan Integrative Medicine System-Wide Initiatives (UMIMC-SWI) are being documented and developed to provide patients in the University of Michigan Health System with an array of possible complementary therapies to support their conventio

The American Academy Of Pediatricws

It is important for pediatricians and families to discuss interest and use of CAM to ensure quality coordinated care.

Nationa Center for Complementary And Alternative Medicine

Complementary and alternative medicine is a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine

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Patients Are Asking: Caution Using Topical Anesthetics Prior to Mammography

FDA is alerting patients and healthcare professionals about the potential danger of using topical anesthetics to relieve pain before having mammography or other medical procedures. The concern is that patients may apply these drugs improperly, which could cause excessive absorption of the drug. This could result in seizures, cardiac arrhythmias, respiratory failure, coma, and even death.

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FDA : Topical Anesthetics

FDA issued a public health advisory to remind patients, healthcare professionals, and caregivers about potentially serious hazards of using skin numbing products, also known as topical anesthetics, for relieving pain from mammography and other medical tes

FDA : Radiology : Premedication to Reduce Discomfort during Screening Mammography1

To test the hypothesis that premedication with acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and/or 4% lidocaine gel would decrease discomfort and improve satisfaction with screening mammography in women who expect a higher level of discomfort.

FDA : Improper Use of Skin Numbing Products Can Be Deadly

In January 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a public health advisory about the improper use of skin numbing products. Also known as topical anesthetics, these products have been used to lessen pain in certain procedures such as skin tre

Health Line Today : Breast Cancer

A healthy lifestyle offers protection now. What changes can you make to reduce your breast cancer risk or ease your treatment? According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful:

Health Line Today : Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk

According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, every three minutes one woman will be diagnosed with breast cancer.

Health Line Today : Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Breast tenderness and lumpiness may point to fibrocystic breast disease (FBD), a non-life-threatening but uncomfortable condition that affects many women. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful:

Health Line Today : General Anesthetics

General anesthetics are used to produce unconsciousness during surgery. Unlike local anesthetics that are used in dentistry and minor surgery, general anesthetics circulate throughout the body, which results in a stronger action on the nervous system and