In the 15th installment of NOW, get a glimpse into UPMC Mercy clinic determined to treat every symptom of post-ICU syndrome, discover how a website… Read more
Tag: measles
Don’t Panic – The Pittsburgher’s Measles Guide
This week, the Allegheny County Health Department has confirmed five cases of measles in the county this year. The news comes amid outbreaks nationwide, and there… Read more
New Center for Vaccine Research Director Weighs in on Recent Outbreaks
Between January and July, measles outbreaks have occurred in 21 different states and the District of Columbia. The measles virus – which starts with benign… Read more
Facing Measles Outbreak, Europe Could Benefit from Pitt Public Health Project
As it wrestles with an ongoing measles outbreak, Europe may soon learn more about the impact of vaccination programs, thanks to a University of Pittsburgh… Read more
How Pitt Public Health Swayed Immunization Policy in California
Dr. Richard Pan knew he faced an uphill battle last year when his California Senate bill that aimed to ensure more children received immunizations by removing… Read more