Allergy Myth Busters: Egg allergy and flu vaccine
It seemed to make sense: Influenza vaccine is made in chicken-embryo cells so there are small amounts of egg protein (called ovalbumin) in the vaccine. Therefore, egg-allergic patients could have reactions to influenza vaccine and special precautions should be taken. Right? Wrong! Medical Studies: Where …
Flu Facts: Be Informed- Not Fooled!
In the area of health, there are numerous claims that should not be confused with the facts. The general public is bombarded by information and advice that is not supported by science or even considered standard of care by the mainstream medical community. There is …
To vaccinate or not to vaccinate?
A wise professor of mine queried me in medical school: Of all the advances in medicine over the centuries, which breakthrough was the single most important one that has saved more lives than any other? My mind was spinning….what could it be…surgery, medications like antibiotics, …