Vaccines Today

01/06/2026

Rob Swanda has always had a passion for science and for communicating. When a pandemic struck, he had an opportunity to combine the two. He had no idea he was about to become a social media sensation. 😎

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When Dr Rob Swanda made a short video explaining vaccines to his family, he had no idea he was about to become a social media sensation

28/05/2026

Did you know climate change could make parts of Europe an ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes? ⚠👀

25/05/2026

Summer is a good time for a walk in the woods, fruit picking in forests or a camping holiday. However, it is also tick season in some parts of Europe which means a higher risk of tick-borne encephalitis (TBE).

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Maps show hotspots for tick-borne encephalitis in Europe

23/05/2026

Healthcare professionals can now access the VITAL platform and get trained to communicate about vaccines – and protect more patients. Learn more 👇

The pandemic highlighted the diverse attitudes of older populations to vaccination. Training can help healthcare professionals to communicate about vaccines – and protect more patients

19/05/2026

Delivering vaccines to every community in the world is essential if the disease is to be consigned to the history books.

Scientists hope small patches could be a game-changer for delivering vaccines to remote areas. Discover more 👀👇👀

Scientists hope small patches could be a game-changer for delivering vaccines to remote areas. Early trials in The Gambia show promise

17/05/2026

Healthcare professionals are key to supporting older adults in making informed decisions about protection against serious illness.

Read the article to discover the VITAL Educational Platform - an information hub that provides healthcare professionals with free videos, infographics, answers to frequently asked questions, and links to training courses. ⬇👇👇

Older adults can be protected against serious illness. How can healthcare professionals support them in making informed decisions?

14/05/2026

According to a paper published in the British Dental Journal, dentists could play a bigger role in preventative health, but several hurdles must be cleared to turn this aspiration into action. Learn more 👇👇

Dentists are trusted professionals on the frontline of oral health. A new paper proposes that they do more to combat HPV-related cancers.

12/05/2026

A broad range of healthcare professionals and student organisations is calling for a concerted effort to protect against vaccine-preventable diseases.

In a joint statement, the Coalition for Vaccination said Europe can address serious public health challenges by building on past achievements. Find out more 👇



ICN - International Council of Nurses - Empower nurses to save lives!

The Coalition for Vaccination urges European governments and EU agencies to step up efforts to increase vaccination rates and tackle misinformation

09/05/2026

Women and men can be affected by HPV-related cancers.
vaccines offer solid protection against several of these cancers.

07/05/2026

Cases of whooping cough (pertussis) have surged across Europe, with England recording a 1,600% increase in 2024 alone, according to a review of the evidence from the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC UK).

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Cases of whooping cough (pertussis) have surged across Europe, with England recording a 1,600% increase in 2024 alone, according to a review of the