News Breaking �鶹��ý Channel: Influenza

5 Years After COVID Pandemic Shutdown The World, New Jersey Research Institute Instrumental In Preparation For Pandemics Of The Future

Hackensack Meridian Health — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:25:20 EST

Research and experts in preparing for the worlds next pandemics, 5 Years After the COVID shutdown

An Aerosol Test for Airborne Bird Flu

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:40:40 EST

Researchers in ACS Sensors have developed a prototype sensor that detects a type of influenza virus that causes bird flu (H5N1) in air samples. The low-cost handheld sensor detects the virus at levels below an infectious dose and could lead to rapid aerosol testing for airborne avian influenza.

Study: Smartwatches Could End the Next Pandemic

Aalto University — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:30:00 EST

Everyday smartwatches are extremely accurate in detecting viral infection long before symptoms appear -- now, research shows how they could help stop a pandemic before it even begins.

What Parents Should Know About the 2024-25 Flu Season

Children's Hospital Los Angeles — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 17:50:08 EST

A common sentiment you've probably heard floating around schools, daycares, and online parenting forums this season: "The flu is brutal this year!" Flu season runs from October through May, with the worst months being December through February. The latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data shows very high influenza activity in California and across the country.

Como Proteger a tu Familia Durante la Temporada de Influenza

Cedars-Sinai — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 04:00:33 EST

Si bien la temporada de influenza en los EE. UU. normalmente se extiende de octubre a marzo, la temporada de influenza en California alcanza su punto maximo en enero y febrero.

A New Variant, Asymptomatic Infections: Why an Expert Says the Bird Flu May Be 'Difficult to Contain'

Tulane University — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:15:12 EST

Neurologic Complications of Flu Nearly 50 Times Greater for Children with Underlying Neurologic Conditions

Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:50:36 EST

"Serious Neurologic Events with Seasonal Influenza in Young Children," published in Academic Pediatrics, the official journal of the Academic Pediatric Association, looked at the population-based incidence of underrecognized influenza-associated serious neurologic events in children less than 5 years of age.

Expert Available: Flu Cases On the Rise - Most We've Seen in 15 Years

George Washington University — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:25:41 EST

The CDC is reporting flu cases are the highest they have seen in 15 years. ...

Four Advances for Inactivating Infectious Viruses, Bacteria

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:10:51 EST

It's peak cold and flu season in the northern hemisphere. Four papers published in ACS journals provide insights into novel antiviral compounds and methods to inactivate infectious viral particles and bacteria.

CDC Reports a Rise in Flu Cases

George Washington University — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:40:51 EST

The US is experiencing a wave of respiratory illness this winter, with a surge in flu cases and an uptick in hospitalizations. A new CDC report shows the rising influenza threat in states, according to news reports.

AI Predicts COVID-19 Risks, Severity, and Treatment in Hospitalized Patients

Florida Atlantic University — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:30:27 EST

Using an AI-driven decision support system to predict the severity of COVID-19 and identify best interventions, researchers analyzed electronic health record data from 5,371 patients admitted to a South Florida hospital. The study specifically aimed to forecast the likelihood of patients requiring admission to an ICU, with or without mechanical ventilation, or an intermediate care unit (IMCU). The goal was to leverage these features to enable faster and more accurate forecasting of treatment plans, potentially preventing critical conditions from worsening.

A "Quad-Demic" Warning: Symptoms of Viral Influenza, COVID-19, Norovirus, and RSV Can Also Be Signs of Potential Heart Complications

Mount Sinai Health System — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:00:55 EST

Mount Sinai cardiologists warn about the risk of heart problems during surge of winter viruses for American Heart Month in February

Know Your Respiratory Virus Enemies This Season

Johns Hopkins Medicine — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:00:36 EST

The weather's frosty, pine mist floats on the wind, and the distinctive aromas of cozy fireplaces, seasonal baking and hot cider fill the air. But winter's scents aren't the only things being spread.

Wayne State Experts Advise Public on Current U.S. Outbreak of Avian Influenza

Wayne State University Division of Research — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:10:19 EST

Study Reveals Kidney Disease Compromises Survival of Infection-Fighting Cells

Stony Brook University — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:15:36 EST

A new study led by Stony Brook Medicine demonstrates that advanced kidney disease compromises the survival of B cells, a type of infection-fighting white blood cell that produces antibodies to kill microbes, and thus significantly reduces the immune response to the influenza virus.

First U.S. H5N1-Related Human Death: Johns Hopkins Experts Available

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:50:44 EST

What You Need to Know About Bird Flu

Cedars-Sinai — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 17:55:34 EST

Bird flu has landed in Los Angeles. Officials from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported that several cats tested positive for the bird flu, also called H5N1, after drinking raw milk. Shortly after, the officials reported the first confirmed local case of the illness in a human.

Fewer Kids are Getting Flu Shots, According to CDC

George Washington University — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:30:25 EST

Como Mantener a los Mayores Fuera del Hospital Durante la Temporada de la Gripe

Cedars-Sinai — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:10:11 EST

La influenza puede ser una enfermedad desagradable de una semana de duracion y un inconveniente para muchas personas, pero puede tener consecuencias graves para los adultos mayores.

How to Keep Older Adults Out of the Hospital During Flu Season

Cedars-Sinai — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:45:48 EST

The flu might be a miserable weeklong illness and inconvenience for many people, but it can have serious consequences for older adults.