Bats don’t only carry the deadly Ebola virus, but are also a reservoir for a new type of influenza virus.
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New flu wave is: Influenza-virus activity is increasing massively
This year’s flu wave is again as severe as last year? The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) warns currently facing a
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A third of parents to skip flu shot for their kids
Last year’s flu season was among the deadliest the U.S. has seen in decades. But with this year’s flu season
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Scientists create 3-D structure of 1918 influenza virus-like particles
Virus-like particles (VLPs) are protein-based structures that mimic viruses and bind to antibodies. Because VLPs are not infectious, they show
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Tdap vaccine given during pregnancy reduces occurrence of infant pertussis: Results show a decrease in overall cases of pertussis
A study published today in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows the effectiveness of the Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular
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Negative rapid test results may delay antiviral therapy in patients with severe influenza
A new study has found that half of influenza cases in patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) received
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