vaccine

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Before the measles vaccine was widely available in the U.S., around 400 to 500 children would die from measles and its complications each year.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

Even today, there is still no vaccine or specific antiviral therapy available.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

The University of Bournemouth said its on-campus NHS medical centre was not able to provide the MenB vaccine but added that MenACWY was a life-saving vaccination.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Could a patient sue a doctor who counsels against the measles vaccine in the midst of an outbreak?

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

With the help of Slavin’s serum, Blumberg eventually uncovered the link between hepatitis B and liver cancer, and created the first hepatitis B vaccine, saving millions of lives.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot