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.
Influenza
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.
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