Public Health & Pandemics Summary

A new study has shown that COVID-19 vaccines administered before or during pregnancy can lead to better health outcomes for both mothers and newborns, according to ABC News. This research highlights the importance of vaccination for this vulnerable population during the pandemic.

In related public health news, the CDC has made a significant change by ending the long-standing recommendation for all U.S. newborns to receive the hepatitis B vaccine, marking an abrupt shift in medical guidance after 30 years of established practice, as reported by multiple sources.

These developments reflect ongoing adjustments in public health strategies in response to evolving data on vaccine efficacy and disease prevention.