Influenza
High Dose Influenza Vaccine Reduced Hospitalization in Patients Receiving Dialysis
December 13, 2018High-dose influenza vaccines were associated with lower rates of hospitalization among patients on dialysis, compared with standard doses of the vaccine.
Rates of Influenza Vaccination for Pedestrian Crossers at US-Mexico Border
December 12, 2018Travelers who cross the US-Mexico border 8 or more times per month have a lower rate of influenza vaccination than those who cross less frequently.
Influenza Point-of-Care Tests Influence Patient Outcomes
December 10, 2018Point-of-care testing for influenza has a role persons with influenza-like illnesses, particularly in emergency departments and during influenza epidemics, but tests are not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Prior Influenza Vaccination Not Associated With Future Vaccine Efficacy in Children
December 05, 2018Prior-season influenza vaccination history was not associated with reduced vaccine effectiveness in children.
Statin Use Does Not Modify Flu Vaccine Effectiveness in Adults
November 26, 2018Statin use did not modify the effect of vaccination on influenza in adults ≥45 years.
Rates of High-Dose Influenza Vaccination Low Among Dialysis Patients
November 08, 2018The use of high-dose influenza vaccines was low among patients with end-stage renal disease, who may not benefit from standard influenza vaccines.
Low Levels of Flu Reported in U.S. From May to October
November 02, 2018Seasonal influenza activity was also found to be low in the Southern Hemisphere.
High-Dose Flu Vaccine May Cut Hospitalization in Dialysis Patients
October 26, 2018Significant reduction seen in hospitalization with receipt of high-dose versus standard-dose vaccine.
Afluria, Afluria Quadrivalent Approved for Use in Patients 6 Months and Older
October 25, 2018The vaccines are indicated for active immunization against influenza disease caused by virus subtypes A and type B present in the vaccine.
First-in-Class Antiviral Approved for the Treatment of Influenza
October 25, 2018"This is the first new antiviral flu treatment with a novel mechanism of action approved by the FDA in nearly 20 years," said FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD.
Influenza Vaccination Rates Vary as Clinic Day Progress
October 24, 2018Research results indicated vaccination rates declined as clinic day progressed and that active choice intervention was linked with increased vaccinations.
Early Oseltamivir Use Linked to Clinical Benefits in Influenza Complicating ARDS
October 23, 2018Patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome and confirmed influenza diagnosis treated ≤6 hours with oseltamivir had reduced length of hospital stay and a lower rate of mortality.
Population Density, Structure Impact Length of Flu Season
October 19, 2018Population density and structure may impact the length of the influenza season regardless of climatic conditions.
High-Dose Influenza Vaccination May Benefit Transplant Recipients
October 17, 2018Double-dose influenza vaccine is safe and may increase antibody response in solid-organ transplant recipients
Statins Increase Risk for Medically Attended Acute Respiratory Illness
October 12, 2018Elderly patients who have been inoculated with the influenza vaccine and who also use a statin are at a greater risk for medically attended acute respiratory illness.
Strain Selection for Annual Influenza Vaccines Should Consider Preexisting Immunity
October 11, 2018Repeated exposure to the influenza virus affects antibody quantity and quality, and strains selected for seasonal vaccines may not provide coverage sufficient for individuals frequently infected and/or vaccinated.
Three-Quarters of Health Care Workers Got Flu Shot Last Year
October 11, 2018Just over three-quarters of health care personnel received a flu vaccine last season.
Novel Intranasal Influenza Vaccine Shows Tolerability, Safety, and High Immune Response
October 06, 2018NasoVAX, an adenovirus-based intranasal flu vaccine, shows tolerability, safety, and higher cellular immune response compared to an injectable vaccine.
Baloxavir Marboxil Safe and Effective for High-Risk Influenza Patients
October 06, 2018When compared to placebo, baloxavir marboxil was associated with reduced risk of influenza complications and faster recovery.
80,000 Americans Died From Influenza Over Last Year
October 03, 20182017 to 2018 flu strains affect the very young and elderly especially signifantly; poor vaccine/strain match-up
Is Mandatory Genetic Testing for Influenza Infection Variants Ethical?
September 24, 2018Mandatory genetic testing may also constitute an undue threat to employee autonomy and privacy.
Active Choice Intervention Tied to Increase in Flu Shot Rates
September 21, 2018An active choice intervention is associated with an increase in influenza vaccination rates.
Baloxavir Marboxil, Safe and Effective in Treatment of Uncomplicated Influenza
September 20, 2018A single dose of baloxavir marboxil was superior to placebo in controlling influenza symptoms in patients with uncomplicated disease.
Influenza an Independent Risk Factor for Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis
September 13, 2018Influenza proved to be an independent risk factor for invasive pulmonary aspergillosis.
AAP Updates Recommendations for Pediatric Flu Vaccination
September 12, 2018All children and adolescents are advised to undergo annual influenza immunization, ideally with an inactivated influenza vaccine.
Influenza Caused Emirates Flight to Be Briefly Quarantined at JFK
September 12, 2018The mysterious illness that kept a plane away from the terminal after some passengers reported feeling sick has been confirmed as the flu.
AAP Issues Updated Influenza Vaccine Recommendations
September 11, 2018According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 2017-2018 flu season was one of the most severe - excluding pandemics - on record.
Immune Cells' Gene Expression May Predict Flu Susceptibility
September 06, 2018KLRD1-expressing natural killer cells may be a biomarker for influenza susceptibility.
China Withholding H7N9 Bird Flu Virus Samples From the United States
August 31, 2018Specimens of the rapidly evolving virus are needed to develop vaccines and treatments.
Obesity May Increase Duration of Influenza A Virus Shedding in Adults
August 28, 2018Obesity may play an important role in influenza transmission, highlighting the importance of working toward controlling and preventing the obesity epidemic.
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