Immunization

Is a flu shot safe after GBS?

, Bettie Coplan, MPAS, PA-C March 22, 2012

More research is needed, but current data suggest that more cases of Guillain-Barré syndrome occur after the flu or an influenzalike illness than after vaccination.
 

Differences between the varicella vaccines; using dabigatran

April 08, 2011

This month's topics are the differences between the varicella vaccines and more on the new anticoagulant dabigatran.
 

Should my son get an HPV vaccine?

, Rebecca Buckley, MHS, PA-C January 25, 2011

This information can help PAs understand the risks and benefits of HPV vaccines, enabling them to explain to parents and patients the importance of the vaccine, particularly in adolescent males.
 

The difference between Tdap and DTaP; dabigatran versus warfarin

January 11, 2011

This month's topics are the difference between Tdap and DTaP vaccines, and the new anticoagulant dabigatran.
 

Pneumococcal disease: Swinging away at a dangerous killer

, September 03, 2010

Tens of thousands of American adults needlessly suffer and die from pneumococcal disease every year. The time has come for PAs to advocate for better vaccination coverage for this dangerous disease.
 

MMR vaccine and autism: Is there a link?

Melissa L. Kemp, MPAS, PA-C; M. Beth Hart, MD, FAAP June 15, 2010

A focused search identifies three studies that disprove the theory of a causal relationship between autism and vaccines.
 

Is it ethically permissible to mandate influenza vaccination for health care workers?

June 09, 2010

Patient autonomy does not always transcend to health care workers. The author makes a case for patient safety to be an overruling factor.
 

Vomiting and apparent discomfort in an 11-month-old girl

April 26, 2010

The baby's physical reaction to her symptoms led to the diagnostic imaging that identified the problem.
 
 

Safety and adherence: Complex issues that hinder childhood vaccination programs

January 06, 2010

Scrutiny of recommended childhood vaccines continues to support their effectiveness. Yet, many parents may still need reassurance.
 

Elder preventive medicine: Immunization and screening for adults older than 65 years

January 05, 2010

Preventive medicine in the elderly can reduce disease-specific morbidity, decrease disability, and improve quality of remaining life.
 

H1N1 in perspective: The clinical impact of a novel influenza A virus

December 01, 2009

This review of novel and seasonal influenza viruses can help PAs prepare for H1N1 pandemic challenges during this flu season.
 

Overwhelming postsplenectomy infection: Managing patients at risk

Sandra L. Moffett, PA-C July 27, 2009

Asplenia can be triggered by conditions that decrease splenic function, leaving patients susceptible to life-threatening infection.
 

From the AAPA - June 2008

June 01, 2008

AAPA supports funding for global HIV/AIDS fight; National e-prescribing awareness campaign launched; PA Foundation, Chevron launch Global PArtners
 

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