JAMA Medical News July 2025 Medical News Summary
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Jul 25, 2025 Kate Schweitzer, Associate Managing Editor at JAMA, discusses the promising advancements towards a norovirus vaccine that may reshape public health. She also delves into newly revised CDC guidance concerning COVID-19 vaccinations during pregnancy, highlighting its public health implications. The conversation touches on evolving heart disease mortality trends, showcasing a notable decline in ischemic heart disease over five decades while addressing the complexities of contemporary cardiovascular diagnoses. Tune in for insightful updates on these critical medical developments!
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Risks of Dropping Vaccines in Pregnancy
- Dropping COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for pregnant people risks infants who rely on maternal antibodies for protection.
- This change complicates vaccination practices and insurance coverage, leading to confusion among providers.
Thimerosal-Free Flu Vaccines Recommended
- Use flu vaccines free of thimerosal for pregnant individuals and children to reduce exposure to preservatives.
- Though rare, choosing thimerosal-free options addresses concerns despite its proven safety.
Shift in Heart Disease Mortality
- Heart attack deaths have declined by 89% over 50 years, but deaths from other heart diseases have risen by over 80%.
- Better survival from ischemic events means more people later die of conditions like arrhythmias and hypertensive heart disease.