Vaccines Today

24/03/2026

Since the 1990s, scientists around the world have led the charge to develop new vaccines to help end tuberculosis, and this may soon bear fruit.

As the world marks , Shaun Palmer of IAVI examines progress to bring about new TB vaccines 100 years after BCG.

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As the world marks World TB Day, Shaun Palmer of IAVI examines progress to bring about new TB vaccines 100 years after BCG

21/03/2026

Did you know that hepatitis B can be prevented through vaccination?

🌎 2.1 million cases of liver cancer will be prevented by 2030 and 15 million cases by 2050 if the global hepatitis elimination targets are met.

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World Hepatitis Alliance

People with hepatitis B are at higher risk of liver cancer – campaigners hope to eliminate the virus through immunisation. Millions of lives could be saved.

18/03/2026

Anyone in the UK with symptoms should call NHS 111 or in an emergency, dial 999 to seek medical attention.

More info: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

17/03/2026

Regular health checks could support ‘healthy longevity’, focusing on eating well, staying active and preventing illness.

Learn more in this article featuring our conversation with Prof Pierre Van Damme, from the UAntwerpen 👇👀

Regular health checks could support ‘healthy longevity’, focusing on eating well, staying active and preventing illness, says Prof Pierre Van Damme, University of Antwerp. Scandinavian countries are showing how it’s done – we can also look to Japan for inspiration.

12/03/2026

A broad range of healthcare professionals and student organisations is calling for a concerted effort to protect against vaccine-preventable diseases.

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The Coalition for Vaccination urges European governments and EU agencies to step up efforts to increase vaccination rates and tackle misinformation

10/03/2026

Dentists could play a bigger role in preventative health, but several hurdles must be cleared to turn this aspiration into action. Read more in the article below👇👇

Dentists are trusted professionals on the frontline of oral health. A new paper proposes that they do more to combat HPV-related cancers.

10/03/2026

Hear from global leaders about efforts to protect against HPV and prevent in this "Supporting Women, Ending HPV" playlist of Sabin's Getting to Zero interview series.

🎥: https://ow.ly/3jSL50YoKPN

"There's a vaccine that’s proven very effective at prevention. There is also new advice that actually we can vaccinate girls once and that will offer lifelong protection."

On , the global effort to is more active than ever.

Hear from global leaders about efforts to protect against HPV and prevent in this "Supporting Women, Ending HPV" playlist of Sabin's Getting to Zero interview series.

🎥: https://ow.ly/3jSL50YoKPN

09/03/2026

The HPV vaccine helps protect against several cancers, including cervical cancer, as well as cancers of the mouth, throat and ge****ls.

08/03/2026

Some vaccines are safe and recommended during pregnancy to protect the health of women and their baby.

Ps.: An inactivated vaccine does not contain a live version of the virus it is protecting against.

UN Women

04/03/2026

Community pharmacists are well-placed to answer questions from adolescents and their parents regarding the safety of the vaccine and the importance of being protected.

Find out more in our article in collaborations with EPSA - European Pharmaceutical Students' Association 👇👇

This article was developed by Vaccines Today in collaboration with the European Pharmaceutical Students’ Association (EPSA) to mark European Immunization Week 2025.

01/03/2026

⚠️ Meningitis can kill within hours.
Would you be able to spot the signs?

⚠️ Meningitis can kill within hours.

Would you be able to spot the signs?

Symptoms may appear in any order, or some not at all.

Always trust your instincts and get medical help fast.

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