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CDC Releases 2025–2026 Flu Vaccine Recommendations
On September 4, 2025 by Kari Everson
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced updated recommendations for flu vaccination for the 2025–2026 flu season. On August 28, 2025, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) approved the guidance that will shape flu prevention efforts nationwide.
CDC Leadership Shake-Up Raises Questions on COVID Vaccine Access
On September 4, 2025 by Kari Everson
In late August, the public health community was surprised by news that Senate-confirmed CDC Director Susan Monarez was terminated, along with the temporary departure of three top CDC officials. The decision followed Director Monarez’s reported refusal to sign off on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Age Friendly Minnesota Seeking Participation in Action Teams
On October 10, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Your voice is needed at the table!
Age Friendly Minnesota is a collective effort to build an age-friendly state for all Minnesotans.
PHE Ending – What it means for Nursing Homes
On February 23, 2023 by Mark Schulz
Yesterday, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) held its routine National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call. During this call, CMS staff reiterated several vital facts about the end of the Public Health Emergency (PHE).
Supportive State Regulations Help Assisted Living Residents Die in Place
On October 13, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
Researchers from Brown University School of Public Health found a positive correlation between states with supportive third-party service regulations and the likelihood of assisted living residents dying in place.