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Immunization

Blog Posts

• Blog Post - A Promising New Lung Cancer Vaccine

  This week brought welcome news for people with non-small cell lung cancer: Long-term results from a clinical trial showed that a new immune-boosting treatment worked as well or better than chemotherapy at reducing relapse.

• Blog Post - Shingles Vaccine Strongly Recommended for Seniors

  A shingles vaccine is recommended for all seniors by the Centers For Disease Control, along with other adult vaccinations.

• Blog Post - Solutions for Seniors Who Struggle to Get Enough Zzzs

  Sleep problems are common among the elderly; find ways to help your parents get a good night's rest.

Questions & Answers

• Question - What can I do to help my dad stay comfortable during bath time?

  This question has been answered by a Caring.com Expert and a Community Member

• Question - Is it safe for a patient doing chemo get a tattoo?

  This question has been answered by a Community Member

• Question - Does guided imagery really control cancer-related pain?

  Is guided meditation or guided imagery helpful in relieving pain from cancer or other diseases? Studies have shown that guided meditation can help.

News

• News - Better Lupus Treatments on the Horizon

  FRIDAY, Sept. 28 (HealthDay News) -- High-tech research...

• News - Ozone Breaks Down Lungs' Defenses

  MONDAY, Oct. 1 (HealthDay News) -- Ozone, a major component...

• News - Immune Proteins Warn of Early Lung Cancer

  THURSDAY, Oct. 11 (HealthDay News) -- British researchers...

• News - Hepatitis A Vaccine Best Bet to Treat Virus

  THURSDAY, Oct. 18 (HealthDay News) -- Treating the...

• News - Virus Shows Some Cancer-Killing Abilities

  TUESDAY, Oct. 30 (HealthDay News) -- While most people...

• News - Obesity Weakens Immune Response

  WEDNESDAY, Dec. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Obese people...

• News - Vaccines for Ovarian and Breast Cancer in Early Trials

  FRIDAY, Jan. 11 (HealthDay News) -- Therapeutic vaccines...

• News - Schedules Revised for Flu, Meningitis Vaccines

  FRIDAY, Jan. 11 (HealthDay News) -- Expanded use of...

• News - Immune Therapy May Help Some Heart Failure Patients

  THURSDAY, Jan. 17 (HealthDay News -- Some patients...

• News - Too Few U.S. Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations

  WEDNESDAY, Jan. 23 (HealthDay News) -- Vaccinations...