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Incoming college students mandatory meningitis vaccine
KIAHFor most people college means crazy experiences and overnight cram sessions. Sweet! But, incoming freshmen have some painful news coming their way: according to a new law, all incoming college students in Texas will have to get a bacterial meningitis...Tags: Health, Meningitis, Diseases and Illnesses, Vaccines, Health and Safety at School
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Man's Best Friend Is Now Dog's Best Friend
KIAHAt the University of Minnesota’s small animal clinic, 14-year-old Piper is about to get her last vaccine. The golden retriever was diagnosed with brain cancer in May. She is one of the 60 dogs being treated with an experimental vaccine made from...Tags: Human Body, Health, Drugs and Medicines, Diseases and Illnesses, Brain
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Online Dish: Parents Selling Chickenpox Laced Lollipops
KIAHNo one wants to get the chicken pox, especially when you're older. But now parents are so scared their kids will get the lil red bumps they are taking matters into their own hands. Weary of the chickenpox vaccine, some parents are actually subjecting...Tags: Social Media, Drugs and Medicines, Health, Hands, Chickenpox
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Meningitis claims life of Texas A&M student
KIAHThe Texas A&M campus in College Station is mourning after the death of student Nicolis Williams, 20. Friends left messages on the Internet saying the Sugar Land economics major was a genuine guy with a great smile. Williams died from meningitis, an...Tags: Health, Diseases and Illnesses, Meningitis, Elections, Politics
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Flu Season to Spike Next Month
KIAHThere's a good chance you or someone you know is dealing with the flu, but now we're told we're not even in the peak flu season yet. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu has hit the "widespread" level across Texas, but now...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Health, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Vaccines, Fever
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Autism and Vaccines: Dr. in Midst of Scandal Stands by his Work
KIAHA physician in the middle of a big controversy is standing by his work. Dr. Andrew Wakefield's'98 study on autism is in question and some are calling it an elaborate fraud but the doctor is speaking out in support of his work. He stood before a crowd...Tags: Parenting, Drugs and Medicines, Health, Vaccines, Crime, Law and Justice
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Medical Journal: Autism Study Fraudulent
KIAHThe investigation into a controversial autism study is complete and its findings are sending shock waves across the nation. Some are now calling the study, originally written by Dr. Anthony Wakefield back in 1998, an elaborate fraud. The British Medical...Tags: Health, Vaccines, Whooping Cough, Diseases and Illnesses, Crime, Law and Justice
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H1N1 Still a Concern in Houston
KIAHThe World Health Organization announced Tuesday that the H1N1 flu pandemic is over, but , but that doesn't mean Houston is immune. With the school year fast approaching, local school officials are encourgaing Swine Flu vaccinations to prevent continued...Tags: Health, Children, Epidemics and Plagues, Houston, Mexico
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Free Flu Shots for Uninsured
KIAHDo you need a flu shot? Are you uninsured and don't know how you will pay for it? Rest assured. Vouchers for free flu shots are now being distributed in Houston. Houston is one of only eight cities to get the vouchers, which were provided by Walgreens....Tags: Sage, Health, Children, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Pasadena (Los Angeles, California)
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New Flu Vaccine Available for Senior Citizens
KIAHFlu season is right around the corner. The Centers for Disease Control expects the 2009 HINI virus to spread again, along with the other flu viruses. But this year, a new vaccine is here for those who are highly affected. It's only for senior citizens,...Tags: Health, Drugs and Medicines, Diseases and Illnesses, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Flu Vaccine
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High-Dose Flu Vaccine for Seniors
KIAHDozens of people are back at the doctor's office getting their yearly flu shots. This season, a new high-dose flu shot is available, but its only for senior citizens. "As we age, our immune system gets a little bit weaker; a little less active," said Dr....Tags: Health, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Vaccines, Health and Medical Professionals, Internists
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