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…
Epidemiologist says influenza vaccine can reduce risk of heart attacks
Baker said the vaccine can be as effective as heart-attack medication for those infected by influenza. He also…
Protein targeted by cancer drugs may help the body fight influenza
A protein already targeted by FDA-approved cancer drugs may also help the body fight influenza, according to new…
Lingering brain inflammation found after mild COVID infection
Even a mild case of COVID-19 or the flu can impact the body long after the fever and…
Research: Swine influenza has not mixed with other flu types in recent years
A nasal swab is taken from a pig. Photo: Ronald Hissink There hasn’t been a mix between swine…
Travelling to the Olympics? How visitors can stay healthy during the Milan-Cortina games
The Winter Olympics 2026 kicked off in Milan and Cortina. From 6 to 22 February, thousands of visitors…
Influenza D virus and canine coronavirus pose human risks
Two emerging pathogens with animal origins – influenza D virus and canine coronavirus – have so far…
Potential Pandemics: Canine Coronavirus, Influenza D
Researchers warn that canine coronavirus, which has been linked to human respiratory illness in Southeast Asia, and influenza…
How the CDC prepares influenza vaccines for pandemics
Inside the rigorous, step-by-step process the CDC uses to create pandemic-ready flu vaccine viruses, long before the next…
Flu vaccination rates lag in Hong Kong as winter peak nears, expert warns
Hong Kong is approaching the winter flu season, but vaccination rates among most age groups remain below the…
A precise tool to halt viral protein production
Across all domains of life, immune defenses foil invading viruses by making it impossible for the viruses to…