Influenza

H1N1/H3N2 Influenza Variants With Reduced Susceptibility to Baloxavir

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

The PA-I38 mutations were noted frequently in influenza A/H3N2 viruses compared with A/H1N1pdm or influenza B viruses.

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Cadmium Burden Linked to Mortality From Flu, Pneumonia

Cadmium burden is associated with increased mortality from influenza or pneumonia in US adults.

The researchers examined teenage pregnancy rates among a total of 27,000 women in both PEPFAR-funded and nonfunded countries and found no difference in rates between the two.

Antenatal Influenza Associated With Late Pregnancy Loss and Low Birthweight

Sweta Gupta

Investigators quantified the risk of antenatal influenza and examined its association with perinatal outcomes.

Symptom-Based Case Definitions for Detecting Influenza in Pregnant Women

Bradley van Paridon

Study authors evaluated the performance of symptom-based definitions to detect influenza in a cohort of pregnant women in India, Peru, and Thailand.

Pneumococcal Colonization Exacerbated by Influenza-Like Illness

Zahra Masoud

Researchers investigated the effects of ILI on pneumococcal carriage in community-dwelling older adults.

Age-Related Priming Determined Breadth of Influenza A(H3N2) Antibody Landscape in Children

Sweta Gupta

Researchers assessed whether pre-existing antibodies to influenza, which are shaped by early infection and subsequent exposures, impact children’s responses to influenza vaccination.

Baloxavir Marboxil Approved for Postexposure Prophylaxis of Influenza

Brian Park, PharmD

The approval was supported by data from the randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 Blockstone trial.

The approval is based on evidence that the vaccine can prevent anogenital infections, with an ongoing trial looking at throat infection prevention in men likely to be critical for continued approval.

Influenza Vaccination Does Not Increase Risk for Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Zahra Masoud

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.

Comparing Clinical Features of Seasonal Influenza and COVID-19 in Children

Madeline Morr

Researchers conducted a retrospective cohort study to compare characteristics of children with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19, seasonal influenza A, and influenza B.

Certain Hypertension Medications May Cut Deaths From Influenza, Pneumonia

Researchers linked the use of 2 hypertension drug classes to lower mortality for those hospitalized with flu and pneumonia.

Egg- And Cell-Derived Influenza Vaccines Elicit Similar Antibody Responses

Zahra Masoud

Investigators conducted a randomized, open-label trial during the 2018-2019 influenza season to assess neutralization titers in pre- and post-immunization sera from 133 adults immunized with one of three types of influenza vaccines.

Shedding Light on the Importance of HPV Vaccination

Disparities in Influenza Vaccination Among Adults With Cardiovascular Disease

Bradley van Paridon

Researchers evaluated prevalence of and sociodemographic disparities in influenza vaccination among individuals with ASCVD.

As Flu Season Approaches, Clinicians Brace for Potential ‘Twindemic’

Flu shots may be more important than ever this year, as COVID-19 presents new challenges for clinicians and communities this flu season.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a wide range of apps for health care professionals and patients alike. One seasonally appropriate standout is CDC Influenza (Flu): created for clinicians. The CDC Influenza application provides up-to-date information on flu activity across the nation, vaccination recommendations, and diagnosis and treatment guidance from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Flu Activity Low in Southern Hemisphere in June to August

There was very low influenza activity during June to August 2020 in the Southern Hemisphere.

H1N1 Vaccine Exposure During Fetal Life Not Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sweta Gupta

Fetal exposure to the H1N1 vaccine is not associated with an increased risk for autism spectrum disorder or autistic disorder in children.

High Rates of Acute Cardiovascular Events Among Hospitalized Patients With Influenza

Brandon May

The rate of acute cardiovascular events was found to be high in adults hospitalized with influenza.

In-Hospital Heart Failure Deaths Down With Routine Vaccinations

For patients with heart failure, influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations are associated with lower in-hospital mortality.

COVID-19: Influenza Vaccine Key in Mitigating Healthcare Burden During Flu Season

Zahra Masoud

During the upcoming flu season, it is essential to ensure a high coverage rate of vaccination, particularly among populations who are vulnerable to COVID-19.