Hepatitis B Vaccine

HBV Vaccination: Birth Dose Safe, May Reduce HIV Coinfection

Jul 28, 2026

Systematic review confirms hepatitis B birth dose is safe and effective; separate study finds childhood vaccination linked to significantly lower HBV coinfection in people with HIV.

Experts Warn Hepatitis B Treatment Too Complex; Philippines Faces High Burden

Jul 27, 2026

In the Philippines, an estimated 7.3 million adults live with chronic hepatitis B, far above regional averages. Experts warn that complex treatment guidelines may hinder front-line clinicians from initiating care, while Thailand’s success with vaccination shows a path to elimination. Expanding screening and simplifying treatment are critical steps.

Experimental cancer therapies range from mRNA vaccines to engineered bacteria and CAR T cells

Apr 05, 2026

Scientists are testing experimental cancer therapies including mRNA therapeutic vaccines, engineered EcN bacteria that deliver romidepsin in mice, and macrophage-targeted CAR T cells.

CDC Principal Deputy Director Resigns After Less Than Two Months

Feb 24, 2026

Ralph Abraham resigned as CDC principal deputy director after less than two months, leaving the agency's top two positions vacant. The departure is part of broader HHS leadership changes under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.