How wildfires might increase risk of flu, COVID-19
Wildfires might inadvertently increase the risk of flu and COVID-19 outbreaks, a new study argues.
Jun 19, 2025
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Infections: News and Research on Influenza, Human
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Odds of cardiovascular events up for RSV hospitalization versus COVID-19 hospitalization
Patients with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) hospitalization have increased odds of any acute cardiovascular event compared with COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to a study published online May 22 in JAMA Network Open.
May 28, 2025
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Study shows a virtual nurse can persuade you to get vaccinated
Can a virtual nurse persuade people to get vaccinated? Scientists from SWPS University have proven that it is possible. Finding new forms of informing people about vaccinations is particularly important for public health ...
May 9, 2025
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California gives $25 gift cards to boost bird flu testing
Health officials in California are now offering gift cards to encourage folks near farms to get tested for bird flu.
Apr 25, 2025
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Gaps in flu treatment for high-risk adults found in multi-state study
A multi-state study reveals that many high-risk adults diagnosed with influenza (flu) in emergency departments and urgent care centers are not receiving timely antiviral treatment. Researchers found that only slightly more ...
Apr 22, 2025
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Slashed federal funding cancels vaccine clinics amid measles surge
More than a dozen vaccination clinics were canceled in Pima County, Arizona.
Apr 11, 2025
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A new UV light may help stop future pandemics
Five years after COVID-19 first hit the United States, scientists are already brainstorming how to stop the next big virus.
Apr 10, 2025
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Some measles response plans crash to a halt after Trump cuts
Cities and states fighting a historic measles outbreak find themselves undermined by the Trump administration as they struggle to provide crucial vaccinations and overcome disinformation. As of this week, cases were nearing ...
Apr 8, 2025
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Innovative technology developed for rapid detection of airborne influenza viruses
As schools reopen, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) reports an uptick in flu cases following a recent decline. Influenza, caused by a virus, presents a serious health threat, particularly in enclosed ...
Apr 8, 2025
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Global study supports the immunity debt hypothesis for flu after COVID restrictions
The COVID-19 pandemic led many countries around the world to implement strict public health measures like lockdowns, social distancing, mask wearing, and travel restrictions. While these steps were crucial and effective in ...
Apr 7, 2025
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