Science Quickly Megalodon Diets, Teeth Sensitivity and a Bunch of Vaccine News
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Jun 2, 2025 Recent updates highlight a slowing measles outbreak in West Texas, linked to rising vaccination rates despite new legislative pushes for exemptions. The CDC's guidance diverges from recommended COVID vaccinations for pregnant individuals. Exciting developments include the first gonorrhea vaccine, showing promising initial effectiveness. Intriguingly, sensitive teeth may trace back to the dentin of ancient fish. Researchers explore the megalodon's diet, revealing its enormous caloric needs and feeding competition with Great Whites.
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Vaccination Rates Affect Measles Outbreaks
- The Texas measles outbreak is slowing likely due to increased vaccination rates despite rising exemptions.
- The ease of obtaining vaccine exemptions might risk reversing progress against outbreaks.
Disagreement on COVID Vaccine Guidance
- CDC no longer recommends COVID vaccines for healthy children and pregnant people.
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists disagrees, citing vaccine benefits for newborns and mothers.
Meningococcal Vaccine Against Gonorrhea
- The meningococcal vaccine also provides 30-40% protection against gonorrhea.
- This could significantly impact rising antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea infections.