WHO Influenza Vaccine Recommendation for 2021-22
The 2020-21 flu season was historically low because of mitigating strategies applied to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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FDA Expands Use of Bioelectronic Device ClearUP to Include Sinus Congestion
The bioelectronic device was previously approved for treating sinus pain due to allergic rhinitis.
Flu Vaccine Rate Expected to Reach All-Time High for 2020-2021 Season
Two-thirds of US adults have received or intend to receive an influenza vaccination this flu season, according to a survey released by UGA.
Plant-Based Vaccine Manufacturing for Influenza, Implications for Future Vaccines
An emerging body of research highlights plant-based vaccine manufacturing as a potential solution to risks posed by traditional egg-based manufacturing.
Increasing Age, Immunosuppression Associated With Less Protection By Influenza Vaccine
Study authors evaluated influenza-vaccinated patients hospitalized with an influenza-like illness to identify characteristics associated with being at increased risk for hospitalization with influenza.
Updates to the 2021 Adult Immunization Schedule
The ACIP emphasizes the importance of routine vaccinations during the pandemic to prevent diseases.
Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to More Influenza Hospitalizations
There may be increased hospitalization risk from influenza infection in patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not use continuous positive airway pressure.
Children Given Flu Shot Less Likely to Have Symptomatic COVID-19
Children who have received a flu shot are less likely to have symptomatic COVID-19 or severe disease, according to a recent study.
Mortality Rates for Pneumonia and Influenza Vary by Geographical Area
Researchers assessed whether there was geographic variation in racial disparity in influenza and pneumonia.
Nosocomial Influenza Outbreak Investigation Informed by Genomic Analyses
Investigators used precision surveillance by combining genomic sequencing and conventional surveillance to delineate a nosocomial viral outbreak; they believe the findings of their study are applicable to a range of respiratory pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2.
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