The Anthrax Vaccine and Gulf War Illness
Story Highlights In anticipation of biological warfare, military personnel were given the anthrax vaccine during the 1990s Gulf War. After their service, Gulf War veterans suffered a wide range of debilitating symptoms that became known as the Gulf War illness or “Gulf War Syndrome.” There were numerous concerns regarding the safety of the anthrax vaccine, […]
Film Essay about Cipro Adverse Reactions
Dear 16-year old me, your fast-paced like is about to hit a wall and shatter. You aren’t ready, but I promise you will get through it. February 17th, 2015, you will be prescribed the antibiotic ciprofloxacin. A few days later, your right arm will start hurting. You will think you slept on it wrong. You […]
A Vaccine to Cure Acne?
Acne, one of the more universal causes of teenage angst, affects many adults as well. A chronic inflammatory disease condition, the role of inflammation in the pathology of acne has been confirmed but there are questions about exactly how and why some people develop severe types of acne and others do not. Some researchers believe the chronic inflammatory skin condition may…
The Upcoming Trials for the First Malaria Vaccine
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Apr. 24, 2017 that it will conduct field trials in Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi next year on the world’s first malaria vaccine. The vaccine, known as RTS,S (Mosquirix), was developed by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) of the United Kingdom. It is a injectable vaccine that reportedly offers partial protection against malaria in young children.
Question for Minister for Children on HPV Vaccine Serious Reactions
We are basically representing 220 girls whose lives have been destroyed by debilitating illnesses since receiving the [HPV] vaccine in the schools. There is growing international concerns and actions being taken worldwide. Our girls are reflecting some of the same symptoms in the same time-frames as tens of thousands of teenagers worldwide. These side-effects are […]
Americans Traveling Abroad Face Vaccine Decisions
U.S. public health officials commonly advocate vaccinations for Americans traveling abroad, but most foreign countries “recommend” rather than “mandate” vaccinations for visitors. Cholera vaccine, for example, has a limited and transient effectiveness for reducing illness and does not prevent transmission of infection. Because of this and the extremely low risk of infection for travelers…
