John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Vaccination is the best defense against meningococcal disease. To learn more or to make your voice heard, you may visit: spkl.io/6016f8zT0.
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Measles is extremely contagious. ~ 9 out of 10 people who are not protected will become infected following exposure to the measles virus. #Measles outbreaks are declared when the # of cases reported in an area is higher than the expected number of cases
cdc.gov/globalhealth/measles…
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Florida's school measles cluster grows; Ohio and Washington report cases cidrap.umn.edu/measles/flori…
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
CDC estimates #flu has caused at least 24 million illnesses, 260,000 hospitalizations, & 16,000 deaths this season. Seek medical care if you may have flu & are at higher risk of severe illness. You may be prescribed a flu antiviral drug. Full #FluView: bit.ly/2AJe9L4
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CEPI and FIND partner to identify best Nipah and Lassa virus rapid tests cidrap.umn.edu/lassa/cepi-an…
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Maryland and Ohio confirm new measles cases cidrap.umn.edu/measles/maryl…
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#HCPS: As of early December, less than half of adults said they had gotten a #FluVax so far this season. Tell your patients it’s still a good time to get a flu vaccine. More: bit.ly/2QbOPDG
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Original Article: Nirsevimab for Prevention of Hospitalizations Due to RSV in Infants (HARMONIE) nej.md/4au8JD5
Editorial: RSV Prevention — Breakthroughs and Challenges nej.md/4au4bwz
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John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Based on CDC estimates in the US, patients aged 50+ accounted for approximately 97% of flu-related deaths in the 2021-2022 flu season. Let's work together to stop the spread of influenza and keep our communities healthy. #FluPrevention #StayHealthy
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
2023-2024 U.S. Flu Season: Preliminary In-Season Burden Estimates cdc.gov/flu/about/burden/pre…
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Flu can be wildly dangerous for pregnant people and may be harmful for their baby. Now is the time to get your #flu shot to protect against flu and tame the symptoms if you or your baby get sick. Talk to your doctor about a flu shot for two & #FightFlu bit.ly/3Q7UcU2
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Flu can be wild, especially for kids. CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a #flu vaccine to protect against flu and tame the wildest flu symptoms if they get sick. There's still time to get your child vaccinated and #FightFlu bit.ly/46UUkgA
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Forecasts of Flu Hospitalizations cdc.gov/flu/weekly/flusight/…
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#WorldMeningitisDay Please take a moment to think this devastating disease and what you can do.
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Today is #WorldMeningitisDay. Let us recognize the long-term impact this devastating infection can have as we work towards a goal to #DefeatMeningitis !!
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Check out this new influenza study published just in time for #FluWeek
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3747…
#NIAM2023 #FighttheFlu #FluFighters
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
Live from the ACIP – we just voted in favor of a dose of nirsevimab, a monoclonal Ab, to prevent RSV for all infants, less than eight months of age, born during or entering their first RSV season. We recommended a 2nd dose for those 8 to 19 months, who are at risk for severe RSV.
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
More great news! Long-acting monoclonal antibody has been voted into the Vaccine for Children Program for RSV prevention! This crucial step will undoubtedly reduce health disparities, increase equity, and enhance access to vital preventive measures! #Nirsevimab
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
#DYK that any infant, even if they were born full term and healthy, can be hospitalized with #RSV in their first year? Our colleague Joe Sanchez is sharing a powerful account of what his family went through. Listen in and learn more at bit.ly/3YihR82
John (Jack) Crawford, PhD retweeted
National Immunization Awareness Month is here! Reminding us of the importance of immunizations for all ages. Flu shots, childhood, adult or travel vaccines, let's prioritize our health and help protect one another. Speak to your healthcare professional today. #NIAM2023





















