The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has published its annual flu vaccine recommendations for the upcoming flu season. "ACIP recommends annual flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older. All flu vaccines this season will be trivalent (three virus) vaccines and were updated from last season’s vaccines to provide optimal protection. Adults 65 years and older should receive an adjuvanted or higher dose flu vaccine, if available. Solid organ transplant recipients can get...

A recent report by the World Economic Forum concluded that the global food system no longer meets the health needs of the planet and offers rationale for the claim. "The world’s food needs are changing. After the Second World War, the global food system was focused on providing cheap, high-calorie food to feed a growing population. But, today, conditions related to excess body weight kill more people in the Western world than hunger." They estimate that the cost of poor nutrition is more...

Are you passionate about making a difference? Dive into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with our engaging speaker series this fall! Learn how to contribute to ensuring sustainable consumption, promoting health and well-being, securing water access, and providing sustainable energy for all. Upcoming Sessions: Sept 18: SDG #12 - Sustainable Consumption & Production Oct 2: SDG #3 - Health & Well-being Oct 16: SDG #6 - Water & Sanitation Oct 30: SDG #7 -...