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immunization

[im-yuh-nuh-zey-shuhn, ih-myoo-] / ˌɪm jə nəˈzeɪ ʃən, ɪˌmju- /


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"States and territories are advised to review" the Trump administration's recommendations on "immunization requirements for contexts such as school enrollment and attendance," the order states.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

The affected data include childhood immunization rates against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella, hepatitis, chicken pox and flu; and rates for 13 year olds and expectant mothers.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

Neither Inovio or Novavax appear to be as central to hantavirus immunization efforts as Moderna, however.

From Barron's May 11, 2026

Historian Elizabeth Fenn calls this the first “large-scale, state-sponsored immunization campaign in American history.”

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 14, 2026

We had done all the required things—submitted immunization reports, showed proof of residence, filled out forms—and now we were ready for the next step, word that Maribel had been approved to start school.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez

I focus our conversation on their specific concerns, and I’m open about specific side effects that different immunizations can have.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

Additionally, 40% don’t cover mental health, and nearly all exclude coverage for adult immunizations and maternity care, according to a KFF study External link.

From Barron's Jan. 15, 2026

A report teeing up Mr. Kennedy’s vaccine changes doesn’t deny the benefits of immunizations or cite new risks.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 6, 2026

Now 11 vaccines are recommended for all children, while immunizations against influenza, hepatitis A and B, rotavirus, meningococcal disease, COVID-19 and RSV pushed into “high-risk” or “shared clinical decision-making” categories.

From MarketWatch Jan. 6, 2026

When she takes him in his pram for his immunizations at the pediatrician’s, she stands outside the room and plugs up her ears.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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