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NEW YORK (AP) — A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born.
A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders decried the actions of the panel, whose current members were all appointed by U.S....
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Shingles vaccine reduces risk of death from dementia, study finds
Dec 5 (Reuters) – People with dementia who received a shingles vaccine were significantly less likely to die from dementia than those who didn’t get the shot, according to findings of a large study, suggesting the vaccine could slow progression of the disease.
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US to exempt UK pharmaceuticals and ingredients under trade deal
WASHINGTON, Dec 1 (Reuters) – The U.S. government on Monday said it will exempt U.K.-origin pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical ingredients, and medical technology from current and future tariffs imposed under two U.S. laws as part of a negotiated agreement in principle.
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