Parents PACK Newsletter Archive
Dr. Handy’s Corner: What Vaccines Does My Family Need Before Traveling Internationally?
Dr. Lori Handy recommends that you speak with your healthcare provider or travel clinic regarding vaccines or medications important for your international travel destination.
Vaccine News & Notes — November 2024
Download a copy of our updated vaccine safety booklet. Check out recent data about vaccine rates among kindergartens and what it means.
Feature Article — Going to the Source: Finding Out More About a Message That Includes Science
Find info about primary vs. secondary sources when evaluating information about a scientific study.
Vaccine News & Notes — October 2024
Find info about influenza deaths in children during the 2023-24 season and check out new RSV Q&A sheets.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: Why Are Certain Vaccines Mandated for School?
Watch as Dr. Handy discusses the history of vaccine mandates and the role they play in keeping children healthy today.
Feature Article: What’s in Vaccines and Why?
Find resources related to vaccine ingredients. Plus, get tools to help evaluate information about this and other science-based topics.
Vaccine News & Notes — September 2024
Check out our redesigned websites; learn about a new book to help families navigate vaccine decisions; and see updates related to RSV vaccine use in adults.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: Why Should Kids Get the Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccines If the Diseases Aren’t That Serious?
Dr. Lori Handy recounts a family’s experience with influenza. She also describes the symptoms of influenza and COVID-19 and talks about the importance of getting children vaccinated.
Feature Article: People Are Asking, “Should I Get a COVID-19 Vaccine This Fall?”
Get information about four aspects of COVID-19 and the vaccine to consider when deciding about getting booster doses.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: If I Received the Whooping Cough Vaccine During Pregnancy, Should I Delay the DTaP Vaccine for My Infant?
Dr. Lori Handy explains why the Tdap vaccine is recommended between 27 and 36 weeks of pregnancy and whether it can interfere with an infant’s response to DTaP vaccine.