Vaccinations

Although the smallpox-related virus is surging in other parts of the world, doctors in St. Louis said cases are still low in the region. But they say vaccinations can keep the risk of future spread low.

Wastewater tests are designed to provide an early warning system so that public health officials can ward off outbreaks.

Some of the same safety precautions that were encouraged to stop the spread of COVID-19 are also useful for preventing influenza.

Some flu experts are urging many people to get their shots earlier than usual this year because of the potential for an early, possibly severe flu season. But what's the best timing for you?

Missouri requires people who want the monkeypox vaccine to fill out an online form disclosing their sexual identities and behavior. The form aims to ensure limited amounts of vaccine get to those who are most at risk. But some LGBTQ advocates worry the screenings could discourage people from getting vaccinated.

Two dozen cases of monkeypox have been reported in Missouri, with about one-third of those cases in St. Louis. While the state’s case count is much lower than in Illinois, New York and other states with higher populations, health officials are trying to keep the virus from spreading through education and prevention.

As COVID-19 cases drop in the St. Louis region and across the U.S., researchers waste no time in the development of future vaccines — for the coronavirus and for other emerging diseases.

With a highly contagious variant circulating and COVID cases on the rise, an infectious disease physician has tips for navigating this holiday season.

Less than $1.8 million allocated for the initiative has been distributed.

St. Louis officials are urging parents to get their kids vaccinated so students can learn uninterrupted for the remainder of the school year.