May 16th 2024
Insights from virologist Erin Sorrell PhD MSc offer perspectives on prevention and response strategies.
May 10th 2024
A study presented at The Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) offers insights into the efficacy of seasonal influenza vaccines.
May 7th 2024
The accuracy of ICD-10 varied depending on the patient's age, how the influenza season was defined, the time interval between symptom onset and testing, and the clinical setting.
May 6th 2024
The Department of Agriculture has initiated proactive measures, collaborating with federal agencies, to ensure the safety of the nation's meat supply.
April 30th 2024
A study presented at ESCMID examines the efficacy and safety of the vaccine in older populations.
Maternal Influenza Vaccines are Not Associated with Increased Health Risks for Child
In a population-based cohort study with a mean follow-up of 3.6 years, childhood outcomes showed no statistically significant associations with any adverse health conditions.
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Are We Prepared for the Upcoming Flu Season?
A discussion with the CDC’s Flu Czar, Lynnette Brammer, surrounding the upcoming flu season and what we can expect due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NIH Launches Phase 1 Trial for Universal Influenza Vaccine
The government agency will be assessing the safety and immunogenicity of an investigational nanoparticle influenza vaccine.
Pharmacist-Led Flu Shot Screening Leads to Improved Community Immunization
A concerted effort to increase flu vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in more protection among a high-risk population, as well as educational opportunities for pharmacy students.
Novavax Combination Vaccine Shows Positive Preclinical Results
NanoFlu/NVX-CoV2373 elicited functional influenza and COVID-19 antibodies in ferrets 2 weeks after vaccination.
FDA Authorizes Test for SARS-Cov-2, Flu, RSV Detection
The frontline assay from Abbott will help differentiate among 4 respiratory viruses in real-time.
COVID-19 Found to Cause More Severe Disease than Seasonal Influenza
The authors note that the difference in hospitalization rate may be partly due to existing immunity to influenza in the population.
Improving Influenza Treatment with Point of Care Testing
Investigators are calling for routine use of these tests for patients admitted with acute respiratory symptoms during the influenza season.
Important Findings Explain Cause of Fatal Influenza
New study may help contribute to COVID-19 research.
New Flu Therapy Potentially Effective Against COVID-19
A recently created therapy for the influenza virus may help aid in the fight against COVID-19.
FDA Authorizes Respiratory Infection Panel for COVID-19, Flu Testing
The new pathogen panel will distinguish between 20 different common and serious respiratory infections, giving clinicians more confidence in flu season diagnoses.
1 in 3 Parents Say No to Influenza Vaccinations
In a national survey, parents responded they would not be getting a vaccine for their kids during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Roche Receives EUA for its SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza A/B Test
This test simultaneously detects and differentiates between SARS-CoV-2, influenza A and B.
New Analysis Shows 1918 Flu, COVID-19 Had Similar Mortality Impacts
A new analysis of excess deaths suggests the peak of the current pandemic in New York City had a death rate in the same league as the infamous 1918 influenza pandemic.
Comparing Asthma Complications in COVID-19 With Flu
A study team examined asthma prevalence in patients hospitalized for COVID-19 with population asthma prevalence and a 4-year average of asthma prevalence in influenza hospitalizations across the United States.
Intraseasonal Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Waning: Threading the Needle for Immunity
Evidence is accumulating that influenza vaccination protection wanes over the course of a single influenza season, with significant implications for public health.
AstraZeneca Shipping its First Doses of Influenza Vaccine
The pharmaceutical company has over 25% more US doses due to the increased anticipation of higher demand because of COVID-19.
Kids Could Fall Behind in Vaccines Due to COVID-19 Fears
A new survey shows parents’ fears of getting kids to their providers for fear of contracting the virus.
What COVID-19 Shares with SARS, Influenza, HIV
David Ho, MD, likens and contrasts the pandemic to 3 other viral outbreaks and their respective responses.
Influenza Vaccines Are Being Shipped
Manufacturers announce their supplies are being sent out for the upcoming season.
Catching the Flu Increases Risk for Invasive Pneumococcal Disease
Contracting influenza increased the risk for invasive pneumococcal disease in a study conducted across 3 countries.
Improving Influenza Surveillance Systems to Help the Most Vulnerable At-Risk Patients
A model including clinical symptom reports, Internet searches, and emergency room data predict influenza hospitalizations better in affluent vs. poorer communities.
Can Baloxavir Limit Spread of Flu Cases Within Families?
New study findings shed light on the positive effects of baloxavir for preventing influenza spread in household settings.
More Flu Deaths Reported in US Cities with Pro Sports Teams
With the current COVID-19 outbreak, new data about Influenza mortality related to spectator sports should make the professional leagues and fans pause about attending games.
Phase 3 Study for Baloxavir Shows Efficacy in High-Risk Influenza Patients
Baloxavir marboxil showed superiority over placebo and similar efficacy to oseltamir in reducing influenza symptoms.
How Deadly Was the 2019-2020 Flu Season?
While COVID-19 may have impacted flu-like illness reporting, the CDC estimates there were between 24,000-62,000 related deaths this year.
Why Comparing Flu and COVID-19 Severity Is Not Equivalent
Experts argue that though public officials may liken coronavirus to "just another flu," the true numbers show a stark difference.
Comparing Sensitivities: RT-PCR Versus Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Test
It is known that the type of respiratory specimen, sampling environmental factors, and time from symptom onset impact the sensitivity of rapid influenza diagnostic tests.
Getting Full Series of Flu Vaccine Doses Increases Effectiveness
Flu burden for children can be reduced by improving adherence to a 2-dose series of flu vaccinations.
How COVID-19 Might Spread Through 2021
A team of investigators lay out 3 scenarios for the global pandemic duration—based on previous pandemic learning and public health adherence.