Flu cases up due to lagging vaccinations and better tests
Flu season is well underway, and metro Atlanta hasn't been spared.
Feb 17, 2025
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Organic Chemicals: News and Research on Zanamivir
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Flu antiviral baloxavir shows promise over other treatments for high-risk patients, shortening symptom duration
A systematic review and meta-analysis led by Shandong University in China has evaluated the comparative efficacy and safety of antiviral medications for treating nonsevere influenza. Findings indicate that baloxavir may reduce ...
'Can I get bird flu from eating eggs?' 'Drinking milk?' A California disease expert explains
As poultry farms and dairies across California battle bird flu outbreaks, some are wondering if their food is safe to eat.
Oct 29, 2024
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Researchers uncover potential treatment for cardiovascular complications from type 2 diabetes
New research at the Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building has discovered a potential treatment for an underlying cause of cardiovascular disease in people with type 2 diabetes.
Feb 22, 2024
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Researcher inhibits flu viruses by blocking the enzyme that cleaves off virus particles
A flu virus could cause a pandemic, and we would be poorly armed because flu viruses are starting to become resistant to flu medications like Tamiflu. Chemist Merijn Vriends successfully worked on an improved version of such ...
Sep 12, 2023
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I think I have the flu. Should I ask my GP for antivirals?
If you test positive for COVID and you're eligible for antivirals, you'll likely ask your GP for a script to protect you from severe disease.
Aug 29, 2023
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Nanobodies from alpacas could steer immune attacks on influenza
While conventional flu vaccines are designed to anticipate the influenza strains projected to dominate in the next flu season, they're only partially effective. And while antiviral drugs are available to treat active flu ...
Aug 15, 2023
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