Rapid integrated molecular testing shows high diagnostic accuracy for influenza, RSV, and SARS-CoV-2
Rapid molecular testing shows high accuracy for common respiratory viruses
This meta-analysis evaluates the diagnostic accuracy of rapid integrated molecular testing for influenza A, influenza B, RSV, and SARS-CoV-2…
New data shows rapid molecular tests are highly accurate at identifying influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 in both lab and near-patient settings.
Review of influenza A and secondary bacterial infections identifies critical knowledge gaps
Review highlights gaps in flu and secondary infection care
This is a narrative review on influenza A virus infection, secondary bacterial infection, and nosocomial infection. The authors synthesize c…
A new review points out major missing knowledge about flu and related infections. It calls for more research to help patients.
Systematic review compares viral and bacterial pathogen mechanisms in respiratory infections
Understanding how different germs hurt lungs helps doctors treat patients better and faster today
This systematic review synthesizes evidence regarding receptor recognition, cellular injury, and immunopathological mechanisms across SARS-C…
This review explains how three common germs damage human cells in unique ways. Knowing these differences helps doctors predict sickness and …
Review Highlights Antibody Responses to Influenza A(H3N2) in Nicaraguan Population
High Antibodies Can Hide Your Immunity
This review examines immune responses in 306 RT-PCR-confirmed Influenza A(H3N2) infections from two household studies in Managua, Nicaragua.
Imagine you get the flu, but you feel only a little sick.
Influenza A(H3N2) outbreak reported on a university campus in Michigan
University campus in Michigan reports influenza A(H3N2) outbreak
An outbreak report describes an influenza A(H3N2) outbreak on a university campus in Michigan.
Michigan university campus reports an influenza A(H3N2) outbreak, reminding students and staff that flu season is ongoing and outbreaks can …
Health monitoring and testing described for dairy and poultry workers exposed to H5N1 in Michigan
Health officials monitored dairy and poultry workers exposed to bird flu in Michigan
An observational 'Notes from the Field' report describes symptom monitoring and testing activities for dairy and poultry workers exposed to …
Michigan health officials monitored dairy and poultry workers for bird flu symptoms during the H5N1 outbreak to watch for virus spread.
Research across Influenza
Related studies from across the Influenza family.
Bangga extracts show antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antitumor activity in preclinical synthesis
Extracts of Aconitum tanguticum Show Potential for Several Conditions
This systematic review synthesizes preclinical evidence on Aconitum tanguticum (Bangga), reporting antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antivir…
Research into Aconitum tanguticum extracts shows potential antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties for various inflammato…
Opt-out nudge reduces number of unvaccinated medical residents by 81% for influenza
Opt-out Nudges Increase Influenza Vaccination Rates Among Medical Residents
This randomized controlled trial of 260 medical residents in France found that an opt-out nudge significantly increased vaccination rates. T…
A simple opt-out nudge significantly increased flu vaccination rates among medical residents while maintaining their sense of personal choic…
Seasonal influenza vaccine effectiveness increased against A(H3N2) and B strains in post-pandemic period
Flu vaccine effectiveness shows changes after the COVID-19 pandemic
This meta-analysis of 85 publications analyzed seasonal influenza vaccine effectiveness (VE) comparing pre-pandemic (2010/11-2019/20) and po…
New data reveals that flu vaccines have shown higher effectiveness against certain strains since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Pregnancy raises influenza susceptibility and severity, with potential fetal neurological effects
Pregnancy makes women more likely to get severe flu infections
This systematic review synthesizes evidence on influenza in pregnancy, finding increased susceptibility and severity due to physiological im…
Pregnant people face a higher risk of serious complications from the flu because of natural changes in their immune systems during pregnancy…
Toll-like receptor signaling governs inflammatory phenotypes and progression in infectious myocarditis
Toll-like receptors shape severity of infectious myocarditis
This systematic review examines the role of toll-like receptors (TLRs) in infectious myocarditis associated with COVID-19, influenza, and se…
A systematic review finds that pathogen-specific TLR signaling determines inflammation and outcomes in infectious myocarditis, with COVID-19…
Respiratory viral coinfections reshape immune signaling and granuloma stability in Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections
Viral Infections May Change How the Body Fights Tuberculosis
This narrative review synthesizes how respiratory viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 and influenza, impact host immune signaling and granuloma eq…
Research shows that common respiratory viruses like flu or COVID-19 can change how the immune system responds to tuberculosis infections.
Many healthcare students lack knowledge that antibiotics do not speed recovery from colds and flu
Healthcare students often lack clear knowledge on antibiotics and viruses
This meta-analysis of 131 studies from 43 countries found that while 88.7% of healthcare students correctly knew antibiotics treat bacterial…
Many healthcare students are unsure if antibiotics can treat common colds or flu, which may lead to improper use of these important medicine…
TCM influenza research surges after 2020, shifting from clinical practice to mechanistic studies
Traditional Chinese Medicine Research on Influenza Surges After 2020
A systematic bibliometric analysis of 1,527 publications maps the landscape of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) research on influenza. The…
A review of 1,527 publications shows TCM research for influenza has grown rapidly since 2014, with a sharp rise after 2020. China leads in o…
Synergistic Effects of Prior Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccination on Future Vaccine Uptake
Prior Flu Vaccines May Increase Willingness to Get COVID Shots
Meta-analysis data suggests that prior experience with influenza vaccines significantly boosts patient willingness to receive COVID-19 vacci…
People who have received flu vaccines in the past show a higher willingness and likelihood to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
High-dose quadrivalent influenza vaccine shows non-inferior immunogenicity in Chinese children aged 6 to 35 months
High-dose flu shots show greater protection for young children in China
This randomized, double-blind study in 3,000 Chinese children aged 6 to 35 months found an investigational high-dose quadrivalent influenza …
A new study in China shows high-dose flu vaccines work as well as or better than standard shots for toddlers, offering stronger protection a…
mRNA-1010 shows superior efficacy against influenza in older adults
New flu shot cuts illness by 27 percent in adults over 50
A phase 3 trial found mRNA-1010 vaccine had 26.6% relative efficacy versus standard comparator in adults 50+.
A new mRNA flu vaccine reduced confirmed flu illness by 27 percent compared with the standard shot in adults 50 and older.
Six H5N1 vaccine formulations showed immunogenicity and acceptable safety in 420 healthy children aged 6 months to 9 years
Higher adjuvant content boosts immunity in children without added safety risks
This phase 2, observer-blind, multicenter study evaluated six formulations of MF59-adjuvanted H5N1 vaccine in 420 healthy infants and childr…
A Phase 2 trial in healthy children found that higher adjuvant content improved immune responses to an H5N1 vaccine without increasing side …