Physical Activity Affects Flu, Pneumonia Mortality
Aerobic activity, even below recommended level, linked to lower mortality, while J-shaped pattern seen for muscle-strengthening activity.
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COVID-19 Hospitalization Tied to Higher Death Rate Than the Flu
The researchers identified 8996 hospitalizations for COVID-19 and 2403 hospitalizations for seasonal influenza.
Human Metapneumovirus, or HMPV, Is Filling ICUs This Spring
A pediatric infectious disease specialist explains this little-known virus.
Lying and Vaccine Disinformation Among Parents
Approximately 25% of parents lie about their child’s COVID-19 vaccine status or don’t quarantine their children, survey findings show.
Clinic Liable for $27 Million After PA Misdiagnosed Meningitis as Influenza
A man presents to urgent care with influenza-like symptoms, agitation, and confusion. Read how his meningitis symptoms were misdiagnosed.
Flu Vaccine Effective for 2022/2023 Season
Vaccine effectiveness 54% against medically attended outpatient acute respiratory infection associated with influenza A in patients younger than 65 years
CDC Issues Interim Guidance for Prioritizing Oseltamivir in Influenza Treatment
The issue appears to be related to the availability of generic oseltamivir.
This Year’s RSV Surge: Bigger, Earlier, and Affecting Older Patients Than Previous Seasonal Outbreaks
Although this year’s ultra-high rates of RSV hospitalizations have recently fallen, the tripledemic of RSV, COVID-19, and influenza continues throughout the holiday season.
COVID-19 Vaccine and Treatment Toolkit for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Released
Toolkit provides guidance on the COVID-19 bivalent booster and oral antiviral therapeutics.
High-Dose Superior to Standard-Dose Influenza Vaccination in Older Adults
Lee EH, Lee KH, Kim J, et al. Comparing different delivery methods of fecal microbiota transplantation. Presented at: IDWeek 2022; October 19-23, 2022; Washington, DC. Poster 515.
Nearly Half of Adults Not Planning or Hesitant to Get Flu Vaccine
NFID survey show beliefs about influenza and pneumococcal disease, as well as attitudes and practices around vaccination, including the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trial Evaluating Pfizer’s Quadrivalent mRNA Influenza Vaccine Begins
The quadrivalent modRNA influenza vaccine candidate uses mRNA technology, which requires only the genetic sequence of the virus.
Flu Shot Recommended for All Children ≥6 Months, Early in Season
The AAP recommends annual vaccination against influenza for all children without medical contraindications, starting at age 6 months.
ACIP: Updated Vaccine Guidance for the 2022-2023 Influenza Season
In general, routine annual vaccination is recommended for all patients 6 months of age and older who have no contraindications and should be completed by the end of October.
COVID’s ‘Silver Lining’: Research Breakthroughs for Chronic Disease, Cancer, and the Common Flu
COVID-19 research is expected to yield medical and scientific dividends for the treatment of influenza, cancer, cystic fibrosis, and other chronic diseases.
Nurse Denied Religious Exemption for Flu Vaccine
Although the facts in this month’s Legal Advisor predate the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal impact is likely to be relevant in cases that involve religious exemption for mandatory vaccines.
ACIP: 2022 Adult Immunization Schedule Updates
The 2022 adult immunization schedule summarizes ACIP recommendations, including several changes.
Flu Vaccine Effective Against Life-Threatening Illness in Children
Vaccine effectiveness 75% during 2019 to 2020 season, when vaccine-mismatched viruses predominated.
N95 Respirators vs Surgical Masks for Protection Against Viral Respiratory Illnesses
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis to determine the effectiveness of N95 respirators vs surgical masks in protecting against viral respiratory illness transmission.
Treating Mucus Hypersecretion in Colds and Influenza
This review covers the role of mucus hypersecretion in the pathogenesis of colds and flu and treatment options for mucus hypersecretion.
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