Adverse developmental diagnoses in infants, including autism, were higher if the mother had COVID-19 during pregnancy, according to a recent study.

The CDC's immunization advisory panel voted Friday against requiring a prescription for the COVID-19 vaccine. It also voted to change the MMRV vaccine recommendation.

A case of New World screwworm infestation was confirmed by HHS and CDC officials. Once eradicated from the U.S., this pest could return, affecting humans and livestock.

Texas Department of State Health Services announced that the measles outbreak affecting the state has ended. But they noted that the threat remains.

New executive order targets evidence-based harm reduction strategies like syringe services programs. Experts worry that the changes could thwart efforts to end HIV.

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An unvaccinated child has died as the Texas measles outbreak reaches 124 cases. Public health officials also warn of potential spread in San Marcos and San Antonio.

A measles outbreak continues in Texas, with 58 cases now reported. Most of the cases are in children and people who are not vaccinated.

Texas health officials now report 48 cases of measles, with 13 hospitalizations, mostly among children. All are unvaccinated or their vaccination status is unknown.

Risk of long COVID is higher in women and a link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and development of ME/CFS is shown, according to new studies.

On the next Charlotte Talks, we discuss viruses circulating in our area that are making people sick — and the science behind the vaccines that can help.