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 NEWS SCAN: New smallpox vaccine delivered, biodefense funding targeted Jul 13, 2010
Firm says weakened smallpox vaccine has good safety profile Nov 14, 2008
Firm wins $55 million contract for smallpox drug Sep 5, 2008
Smallpox drug does well in first human safety test May 8, 2008
CDC reports vaccinia infections in lab workers Apr 21, 2008
CDC retires one old smallpox vaccine, keeps another Mar 7, 2008
US military switching to new smallpox vaccine Feb 8, 2008
FDA approves Acambis smallpox vaccine Sep 4, 2007
Danish firm wins US contract for new smallpox vaccine Jun 5, 2007
FDA panel recommends smallpox vaccine approval May 18, 2007
WHO postpones smallpox virus destruction by 4 years May 18, 2007
CDC reports on soldier's son who had severe vaccinia infection May 17, 2007
CDC reports sexual transmission of vaccinia May 4, 2007
HHS offers plan for defense against biological threats Apr 25, 2007
Danish firm expects to sell smallpox vaccine to US Apr 18, 2007
Son of vaccinated soldier has severe vaccinia infection Mar 19, 2007
CDC rates hospital bioterrorism preparedness Dec 11, 2006
Soldier's death possibly linked to shots for smallpox, flu Jun 26, 2006
WHO defers decision on destroying smallpox virus Jun 5, 2006
Study shows few serious problems among smallpox vaccinees Dec 14, 2005
US seeks stockpile of safer smallpox vaccine Aug 16, 2005
Persistence of smallpox immunity may have protected against monkeypox in 2003 Aug 11, 2005
WHO smallpox vaccine reserve gains support Jun 1, 2005
Smallpox shots caused unexpected side effects in CDC study Apr 29, 2005
IOM says poor communication hurt CDC smallpox efforts Mar 11, 2005
FDA approves VIG for smallpox shot complications Feb 24, 2005
Indonesia to resume sharing H5N1 samples with WHO Feb 24, 2005
Smallpox exercise shows shortages of vaccine Jan 19, 2005
US pledges smallpox vaccine for world stockpile Dec 10, 2004
Monkeys serve as first animal model of smallpox Oct 14, 2004
Topical cidofovir shows promise in treating vaccinia-infected mice Oct 11, 2004
Further contracts awarded for weakened smallpox vaccine Oct 4, 2004
1950s smallpox vaccine passes dilution test Sep 10, 2004
More military personnel to get anthrax and smallpox shots Jul 1, 2004
Pilot study to probe cardiac effects of smallpox vaccine Jun 16, 2004
NIAID funds network to study eczema vaccinatum May 20, 2004
Smallpox shots didn't harm 10 HIV-infected troops Apr 15, 2004
Myopericarditis cases complicate Acambis smallpox vaccine trials Apr 13, 2004
Benign rashes seen in first-time smallpox vaccinees Mar 17, 2004
FDA offers guidance on testing drugs for smallpox-shot side effects Mar 12, 2004
Weakened smallpox vaccine performs well in animals Mar 10, 2004
DoD reports complications in smallpox shot program Feb 17, 2004
Contact vaccinia in soldier's baby linked to breast-feeding Feb 12, 2004
HHS sets rules for smallpox vaccine injury compensation Dec 15, 2003
Vaccines might have contributed to death of Army reservist Nov 19, 2003
Myocarditis in DoD smallpox vaccinees, though still rare, shows increase Nov 13, 2003
Scientists research antidotes to super mousepox virus Nov 6, 2003
International conference on smallpox preparedness set in Geneva Oct 14, 2003
Smallpox vaccine - heart attack link unlikely, historical study suggests Oct 6, 2003
Smallpox veterans see role for postexposure vaccination Oct 1, 2003
CDC: Smallpox responders wouldn't need revaccination in outbreak Sep 25, 2003
Voluntary smallpox vaccination could yield low herd immunity Sep 16, 2003
Researcher defends view that smallpox shot may give lasting protection Sep 12, 2003
D. A. Henderson critiques report on duration of smallpox immunity Aug 21, 2003
Tests suggest Acambis smallpox vaccine may have safety advantage Aug 21, 2003
Protective effect of smallpox vaccine may last decades Aug 19, 2003
General public should only receive smallpox vaccination in limited settings, says IOM Aug 14, 2003
Smallpox vaccination program continues, despite lower-than-anticipated numbers Aug 8, 2003
CDC eyes possible smallpox vaccine-cardiomyopathy link Jul 23, 2003
Diluted smallpox vaccine found effective for revaccinations Jul 17, 2003
Study will compare bandages for smallpox shot sites Jul 17, 2003
Smallpox shot program called safe despite heart complications Jun 25, 2003
ACIP: Don't broaden smallpox vaccination program now Jun 20, 2003
Midwest monkeypox cases are first in Western Hemisphere Jun 9, 2003
Monkeypox outbreak probe expands to 33 cases Jun 9, 2003
IOM again calls for pause in smallpox shot program May 29, 2003
Encephalitis case may be complication of smallpox shot May 22, 2003
In funding guidelines, HHS urges states to press on with smallpox efforts May 14, 2003
States to get $100 million extra for smallpox program May 6, 2003
103 women had smallpox shots during or before pregnancy, CDC says May 2, 2003
Survey suggests half of states could give smallpox shots to all May 1, 2003
GAO: CDC should clarify next steps in smallpox program May 1, 2003
Congress passes smallpox vaccine compensation plan Apr 14, 2003
CDC reports four more cardiac episodes in smallpox vaccinees Apr 10, 2003
CDC reports heart problems in three more smallpox vaccinees Apr 3, 2003
Senate committee backs GOP smallpox compensation plan Apr 3, 2003
Heart inflammation cases rise in smallpox vaccinees; CDC broadens deferral Apr 1, 2003
Military smallpox vaccinee dies of heart attack; ACIP considers options Mar 28, 2003
IOM again urges caution in smallpox shot program Mar 27, 2003
Link between smallpox vaccine and myocarditis looks more likely Mar 27, 2003
CDC tells heart patients to avoid smallpox shot for now Mar 26, 2003
Senate panel approves 'BioShield,' nixes smallpox compensation plan Mar 20, 2003
HHS to distribute $1.4 billion in biodefense funds to states Mar 20, 2003
Skin lesions reported in three contacts of smallpox vaccinees Mar 13, 2003
Smallpox vaccine compensation plan gets mixed reviews Mar 7, 2003
HHS plan would aid health workers injured by smallpox vaccine Mar 6, 2003
CDC reports eye infections in two contacts of smallpox vaccinees Mar 6, 2003
Millions of clinical workers to get smallpox information packets Mar 4, 2003
CDC reports possible generalized vaccinia in smallpox vaccinee Feb 27, 2003
HHS awards contracts to develop safer smallpox vaccine Feb 25, 2003
No serious reactions in first 4,200 civilians to get smallpox shots Feb 20, 2003
CDC to take second look at safety needle for smallpox shots Feb 19, 2003
Myocarditis case among few reactions in DoD smallpox shot program Feb 13, 2003
Smallpox vaccination count doubles with boost from Florida Feb 12, 2003
Host of personal computers will boost hunt for smallpox drug Feb 11, 2003
No adverse reactions in first 687 smallpox shots, CDC says Feb 6, 2003
Many doses of smallpox vaccine shipped, but few shots given so far Feb 5, 2003
DoD reports two 'noteworthy' complications in smallpox shot program so far Jan 31, 2003
ACIP advises three needle jabs, not 15, for first-time smallpox shot Jan 31, 2003
Smallpox look-alike case yields lessons in rapid diagnosis Jan 31, 2003
CDC ships more smallpox vaccine as calls for safeguards continue Jan 28, 2003
CDC offers clinicians guidance on smallpox vaccination reactions Jan 28, 2003
Smallpox vaccine trial in children nixed because of supply outlook Jan 27, 2003
Thompson authorizes liability protection for those giving smallpox shots Jan 24, 2003
Connecticut begins smallpox shot effort with three healthcare workers Jan 24, 2003
Three states and Los Angeles County first to get smallpox vaccine Jan 23, 2003
Smallpox inoculation plan must go forward, says CDC chief Jan 21, 2003
IOM urges CDC to move slowly on smallpox vaccinations Jan 21, 2003
ACIP says people living with babies can get smallpox shot Jan 15, 2003
CDC expects most hospitals listed in state plans will give smallpox shots Dec 26, 2002
Survey suggests most have misconceptions about smallpox Dec 20, 2002
VaxGen to seek US licensing for attenuated smallpox vaccine Dec 19, 2002
Polls say half to two thirds of Americans would get smallpox shot if offered Dec 17, 2002
Half of second target group for smallpox shots may refuse them, officials estimate Dec 16, 2002
Bush announces smallpox vaccination plan for military, health workers Dec 13, 2002
Some health workers, troops likely to get smallpox shots soon; public in 2004 Dec 12, 2002
Infectious disease experts oppose smallpox shots for public Dec 11, 2002
Most states met CDC deadline to file pre-event smallpox vaccination plans Dec 10, 2002
Most public comments oppose testing smallpox vaccine in children Dec 9, 2002
With smallpox vaccination campaign likely, CDC seeks to expand VIG supply Dec 5, 2002
Study to check smallpox immunity in people inoculated decades ago Nov 26, 2002
Decision on smallpox vaccinations expected soon, Osterholm says Nov 18, 2002
CIA believes four nations have secret smallpox virus stocks, report says Nov 7, 2002
HHS seeks comments on proposed trial of smallpox vaccine in children Nov 6, 2002
FDA licenses repackaged smallpox vaccine from federal stockpile Nov 5, 2002
CDC notes 25th anniversary of world's last smallpox case Oct 25, 2002
ACIP suggests which hospital workers need smallpox shots; total could reach 500,000 Oct 18, 2002
Contact vaccinia risk was low in 1960s but could be higher today Oct 16, 2002
Medical societies not jumping on bandwagon for mass smallpox vaccination Oct 9, 2002
Smallpox exposure overrules all contraindications to vaccination, CDC plan says Sep 25, 2002
CDC issues how-to plan for mass vaccinations in event of smallpox outbreak Sep 23, 2002
Acambis says its smallpox vaccine worked well in second trial Sep 20, 2002
Atopic dermatitis could rule out smallpox shots for large share of population Sep 17, 2002
Acambis reports successful phase I trial of cell-culture-grown smallpox vaccine Sep 5, 2002
Smallpox vaccination decision in White House hands Sep 4, 2002
Smallpox vaccine's effect may last 35 years, researchers say Aug 30, 2002
Study says mass vaccination far better than targeted response in smallpox attack Jul 15, 2002
Scope of smallpox vaccination program not yet decided, HHS officials say Jul 10, 2002
Trial of Aventis smallpox vaccine getting under way Jun 28, 2002
ACIP urges smallpox shots only for response teams, some hospital workers Jun 21, 2002
Nearly 60% of public would want smallpox vaccination if available Jun 11, 2002
Protein that foils complement system may be key to smallpox virulence Jun 11, 2002
Smallpox vaccination policy: CDC sets meeting schedule, seeks electronic input May 31, 2002
Survey finds major gaps in physicians' and public's knowledge of smallpox May 16, 2002
CDC to hear from the public on smallpox vaccination issues May 14, 2002
Camelpox and smallpox viruses called very close relatives May 6, 2002
Mass smallpox vaccination in US could cause 285 deaths Apr 26, 2002
Study to test effects of smallpox vaccine in previously vaccinated people Apr 5, 2002
NIAID study: Diluted smallpox vaccine remains potent Mar 29, 2002
Aventis to give millions of smallpox vaccine doses to US government Mar 29, 2002
Aventis has cache of up to 90 million doses of smallpox vaccine Mar 28, 2002
Cidofovir derivative shows promise as oral drug for smallpox Mar 26, 2002
In simulated smallpox attack, vaccine shortage crippled national response Mar 25, 2002
Wide range of smallpox research efforts cited in WHO decision to retain virus stocks Feb 15, 2002
Early in a smallpox outbreak, each patient could infect 10 to 12 more Dec 17, 2001
AMA not supporting immediate national smallpox vaccination program Dec 7, 2001
Acambis wins new contract to supply 155 million doses of smallpox vaccine Nov 30, 2001
CDC smallpox plan favors focused vaccination program over mass campaign Nov 27, 2001
CDC preparing teams to deal with smallpox threat Nov 8, 2001
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