Parents PACK Newsletter Archive
Vaccine News & Notes — April 2025
Watch a new animation on how cells defend against foreign DNA, and find information about Adolescent Immunization Action Week.
Feature Article: Have You Wondered? Vaccine Schedule Edition
Do you have questions about the recommended vaccine schedule? Find answers to some common questions and get links to more information.
Vaccine News & Notes — March 2025
Find info about the latest cases of measles and a video by Dr. Paul Offit providing a generational perspective on vaccines.
Feature Article: 4 Vaccine Considerations for Those with Chronic Medical Conditions, Including Disabilities
Find four considerations that can help those who have chronic or disabling medical conditions navigate vaccine decisions.
Vaccine News & Notes — February 2025
Find resources about how vaccine recommendations are made and the promise of mRNA technology beyond vaccines. Also, get 3 tips and additional resources to help with fact checking.
Feature Article — Making Vaccine Decisions During Pregnancy: What to Know
Find out why and when vaccines are recommended during pregnancy.
Vaccine News & Notes — January 2025
A report estimates that vaccines were directly responsible for a 40% decrease in infant deaths over the last 50 years. Find out more. You'll also learn about the rates of long COVID and about antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Ukraine.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: Can Adults Get a Booster Dose of Polio Vaccine If They’re Unsure about Their Immunity?
Watch as Dr. Handy discusses which adults might benefit from an additional dose of polio vaccine.
Feature Article: Getting Accurate Information in an Age of Misinformation
Unsure where to go to for trusted information about vaccines? Check out our list of resources. You'll also learn about why more information and access means more care when consuming that information.
Dr. Handy’s Corner: Why Do We See Measles Outbreaks?
Dr. Lori Handy discusses why measles outbreaks occur and what can be done to prevent them.