Brandon Dionne

A Lyme vaccine is in late-stage trials. Could an anti-tick vaccine be next?

Will your old measles shot protect you from new outbreaks?

Public health officials are warning people about the danger of remaining unvaccinated against measles as the number of cases so far this year has surpassed the caseload for 2023.

There’s only one syphilis medication for pregnant people. And the supply is running out. What can the government do to help?

Pregnant people and unborn babies are still at risk of not receiving syphilis treatment as shortage of the only safe medication continues.

Should you take the new RSV vaccine separately from the COVID and flu shots?

A new RSV vaccine for those 60 and older is now available at pharmacies along with an updated COVID-19 vaccine and seasonal flu shots.

Will fall’s COVID vaccine protect against the emerging Pirola variant? When should I get the shot?

Northeastern health experts suggest waiting until October to be boosted.

Will the new vaccines prevent Lyme disease? And when will they be available? 

Cases of Lyme disease are exploding across the United States, but don’t expect a magic bullet against the tick-borne illness to arrive any time soon.

Is it safe to split adult medications in half for children?

With pediatric pain and fever medications in short supply, many parents are eyeing their bottles of adult acetaminophen with an eye on cutting down the dosage for their children.

Do we still need to hold onto COVID-19 vaccination cards?

Where is your COVID-19 vaccination card? Is it in your wallet or purse? Is it at home, buried in a pile of mail? Is it lost? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone.