What still drives childhood vaccine gaps in the United States
Even as overall childhood vaccine coverage stayed relatively high in the United States, this national study shows that…
New flu vaccine approach targets multiple virus strains
Doctors recommend getting your flu shot annually, since the specific influenza strain it targets varies from year to year.…
Here’s How Many Doctors and Nurses Are Getting Flu or COVID Shots
Over three-fourths of healthcare workers received an influenza vaccine in 2024-2025, survey data showed.COVID vaccination was less common,…
Novel mucosal vaccine offers broad protection against diverse influenza viruses
A novel vaccine platform has been developed to induce broad, protective immunity against numerous influenza virus infections, showing…
Flu vaccine halves heart attack risk after breakthrough infection
Influenza vaccination could significantly reduce the risk of influenza-associated heart attack and stroke even among people who get…
Italy Reports First Human Case of H9N2 Bird Flu
An infection in Italy marks the first European case of the H9N2 avian influenza strain, though experts indicate…
High-dose flu vaccine linked to lower Alzheimer’s disease risk
A UTHealth Houston physician’s visit to a local public health building sparked community awareness and inspired a new…
New T cell mechanism could lead to longer-lasting vaccines
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine have identified a possible way to make longer…
Natural peptide in sweat may help block flu infection before symptoms start
A naturally produced peptide found in sweat, saliva, tears, and the nasopharynx may help stop influenza before it…
New index provides state-level vulnerability to influenza-like illness
Infectious disease can afflict a population in complex ways. Understanding the varying risks is an equally complex challenge.…
Early Release – Avian Influenza A(H9N2) Virus Transmission across Chicken Production and Distribution Networks, Vietnam – Volume 32, Number 2—February 2026 – Emerging Infectious Diseases journal
Disclaimer: Early release articles are not considered as final versions. Any changes will be reflected in the online…
Preexisting flu immunity may offer baseline protection against avian influenza
Are seasonal flu antibodies also effective against avian flu? A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has…