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Vaccinations

As measles outbreak grows, physicians urge parents to vaccinate their children — and close their doors to those who refuse

by Apr 26, 2019
Some pediatricians no longer welcome unvaccinated children, citing risks to other patients and their families.

‘Anti-vaxxers’ bring resurgence of preventable — and dangerous — diseases

by Feb 10, 2019
A movement based on discredited science has put a generation of children at risk. Measles is a serious virus that can kill your child and you can prevent it with a simple, safe vaccination. Column by Greg Blass

Following multi-state measles outbreak, officials urge Riverhead residents to get their vaccinations

by Feb 6, 2015
Local officials are urging residents to make sure they are up to date on their immunizations in the wake of the multi-state measles outbreak.