Neutrophilic Inflammation, Immunothrombosis May Distinguish Severe COVID-19 From Influenza
Severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is associated with immunothrombotic, neutrophil-containing vessel occlusions in the lung.
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High-Dose Trivalent Flu Shot No Better for Patients With CVD
For patients with high-risk CVD, high-dose trivalent inactivated influenza vaccination does not reduce cardiopulmonary hospitalization or all-cause mortality.
Symptom-Based Case Definitions for Detecting Influenza in Pregnant Women
Study authors evaluated the performance of symptom-based definitions to detect influenza in a cohort of pregnant women in India, Peru, and Thailand.
Flu Shot More Popular Than COVID-19 Vaccine Among Older Adults
Older adults are less likely to get a COVID-19 vaccine than a flu vaccine, according to the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging.
Top November 2020 FDA Approvals
Several previously FDA-approved medicines were approved for additional uses in November 2020.
Influenza Vaccination Does Not Increase Risk for Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Study authors identified and evaluated a statistical signal for an increased risk of Guillain-Barré Syndrome in days 1-42 after 2018-2019 high-dose influenza vaccine administration.
2018 to 2019 Vaccine Cut Influenza A-Linked Hospitalizations
The 2018 to 2019 influenza vaccine effectiveness was about 40% to 60% for reducing pediatric influenza A-associated hospitalizations.
Comparing Clinical Features of Seasonal Influenza and COVID-19 in Children
Researchers conducted a retrospective cohort study to compare characteristics of children with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19, seasonal influenza A, and influenza B.
Only Two-Thirds of Parents Planning to Get Flu Shots for Their Children
One-third of parents say they will forgo the flu vaccination for their children this year, despite public health recommendations.
Underutilization of Influenza Vaccination in Populations at High-Risk for Complications
Influenza vaccinations were found to be underutilized among groups who are considered to be at high risk for complications from infection.
Preparing for an Uncertain Fall Season
When states lifted their stay-at-home orders, reopened businesses, and relaxed social distancing rules, the number of cases of COVID-19 exploded—what will happen when the flu season begins?
ACIP: Influenza Vaccination Recommendations for 2020-2021
Influenza vaccination should occur by the end of October, if possible.
Novel Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Test Demonstrates Good Sensitivity, Specificity
The Theraflu Home FluTest, a novel rapid influenza diagnostic test, demonstrated good sensitivity and specificity for both influenza A and B viruses.
Excess Mortality During Peak of 1918 Flu Similar to COVID-19 in NYC
Excess mortality during the peak of the 1918 H1N1 influenza pandemic was comparable to that seen early in the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in New York City.
COVID-19: Seasonality of Coronaviruses May Provide Insight for Future SARS-CoV-2 Circulation
Following the initial pandemic wave of SARS-CoV-2 infections, it is unclear what trajectory of transition SARS-CoV-2 might take.
How to Prepare Patients for the New Influenza Season During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices encourages all Americans to receive the flu vaccine between September and October.
Flu Vaccine Reduces Cardiovascular Mortality in Adults With Diabetes
The analysis included 241,551 patients monitored for a median of 4 years.
Reactogenicity of Enhanced Influenza Vaccines in Older Adults
A team of investigators report on the findings from a randomized controlled trial of 3 enhanced influenza vaccines and a standard-dose vaccine in older adults.
Monitoring for Trends in COVID-19 Needed
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, New York State implemented a series of community mitigation strategies, and monitoring approaches are needed to assess the effect of these interventions.
Influenza Vaccine Not Linked to Decrease in Hospitalizations or Mortality Among Elderly
Targeting the elderly (individuals aged 65 years) for influenza vaccination may not decrease hospitalization or mortality rates in this population.
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