Influenza and measles-like virus combination deadly for lungs

Clinical trials of new candidate for universal flu vaccine begin

Recruitment has begun for a Phase 1 trial of a new investigational universal influenza vaccine candidate targeting six strains of the virus. + read more

They identify pathway leading to excessive inflammation caused by influenza

Influenza A virus infection causes rapid infiltration of immune cells into the respiratory tract. The extent and nature of cellular infiltration may be critical factors contributing to morbidity and mortality during infection with these viruses. + read more

WHO recognizes no vaccine can protect everyone against avian influenza

Over the past 20 years, 21 countries have recorded a total of 873 human H5N1 cases, 458 of which resulted in death, according to the United Nations health agency. + read more

The effectiveness of the 2022-2023 season influenza vaccine ranges from 27% to 50%

This past influenza season marked a return to near pre-pandemic levels of influenza virus activity in EU/EEA countries. + read more

They identify key body’s defense mechanism against avian influenza

Understanding the genetic makeup of currently circulating strains of avian influenza may be one of the best lines of defense against widespread human transmission. + read more

Women may be at higher risk of flu vaccine reactions

A recent study suggests that sex differences need to be considered in vaccination programs as a potential factor in vaccine safety assessment and recommendations. + read more