8 min
Week of November 27, 2023 MMWR Weekly Briefing
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This episode discusses four MMWR reports. First, a new study finds at least 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccine are effective at reducing emergency
department visits and hospitalizations in young children. Second, wastewater monitoring helps experts
better prepare for and respond to respiratory virus seasons. Third, the 2022 U.S. firearm suicide rate
reached the highest level documented. Finally, a greater percentage of young children with HIV on
antiretroviral treatment die compared to older individuals receiving similar treatment.
This episode discusses four MMWR reports. First, a new study finds at least 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccine are effective at reducing emergency
department visits and hospitalizations in young children. Second, wastewater monitoring helps experts
better prepare for and respond to respiratory virus seasons. Third, the 2022 U.S. firearm suicide rate
reached the highest level documented. Finally, a greater percentage of young children with HIV on
antiretroviral treatment die compared to older individuals receiving similar treatment.
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