Influenza or Flu

A new section on Influenza, Flu or the common cold,with all the latest research and developments about Influenza or Flu and the common cold. It also includes all the various kinds of viruses associated with Influenza or Flu and ways to prevent Influenza or Flu. Also there are article on how to treat Flu or Influenza symptoms and all the latest drugs available for Flu or Influenza and the common co...

Tennessee Reports First Child Flu Death of 2025 Amid Rising Outbreaks

Nikhil Prasad Feb 14, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across Tennessee Tennessee is facing a severe flu season, with the state recording a significant number of influenza-like illness (ILI) cases in recent weeks. According to the latest report from the Tennessee Department of Health, a child has succumbed to the flu, marking the first pediatric flu-related death of 2025. The tragic incident was confirmed during the...

Alarming Surge of Respiratory Infections in North Carolina Sees 58 Die in the Last Week with Hospitalizations Rising

Nikhil Prasad Feb 13, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: North Carolina Faces a Devastating Surge in Respiratory Infections North Carolina is grappling with a severe outbreak of respiratory illnesses, leading to an alarming number of deaths and an overwhelming increase in hospitalizations. According to new data from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), 58 people have lost their lives due to flu-related ...

Indian Researchers Discover Role of REST protein in Neuronal and Non-Neuronal Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Feb 12, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Role of REST in Virus Infections Viruses have long been a subject of fascination and concern due to their ability to infect and manipulate host cells. One such molecular player in the complex interaction between viruses and their hosts is the Repressor Element-1 Silencing Transcription Factor (REST), also known as Neuron-Restrictive Silencer Factor (NRSF). This tra...

U.S. NIH Study Finds That Influenza A Virus Adapts Its Shape to Survive and Spread

Nikhil Prasad Feb 11, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Virus That Changes Its Form to Survive Scientists from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), have made a remarkable discovery about the influenza A virus (IAV). They found that this virus can change its shape in response to different environmental conditions, switching between spherical and filament...

Arkansas Faces Severe Flu Season as Cases and Deaths Continue to Rise

Nikhil Prasad Feb 10, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses Surge Across the State Arkansas is experiencing a significant spike in flu cases, with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) reporting an alarming increase in infections, hospital visits, and fatalities. The latest report, covering the fifth week of 2025, paints a concerning picture of the ongoing flu season. Arkansas Faces Severe Flu ...

The Probiotic Streptococcus Salivarius BLIS K12 for Preventing and Modulating Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Feb 10, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Natural Probiotic with Promising Benefits Researchers from Blis Technologies Ltd in New Zealand have been studying a unique probiotic known as Streptococcus salivarius BLIS K12. This naturally occurring bacterium, found in the human mouth, has been recognized for its ability to inhibit harmful bacteria. Now, scientists are exploring its potential to help prevent viral infections, ...

Vietnam Reports a Surge in Severe Influenza Cases Requiring Hospitalization While Tamiflu Prices Rise

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Alarming Increase in Flu Cases Across Vietnam Vietnam is currently facing a sharp increase in severe influenza cases, with hospitals overwhelmed by patients suffering from serious respiratory complications. Many of these cases have escalated to critical conditions, requiring intensive care, mechanical ventilation, or even extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The rise in hospi...

13,000 Americans Have Died in This Ongoing Flu Season According to U.S. CDC with Colorado Among Hardest Hit

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across the United States The United States is experiencing one of the most intense flu seasons in over a decade, with Colorado among the worst-affected states. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza cases are rising rapidly across the country, leading to widespread concern among health professionals and the public alike...

Understanding How Host Cells Defend Against Viruses Through Natural Restriction Mechanisms

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Viruses are a major threat to human health, with many capable of causing severe illnesses. Diseases like COVID-19, influenza, hepatitis B, and even HIV all stem from viral infections that exploit the human body's cells for replication. However, our bodies are not defenseless. Scientists from several prestigious institutions, including the National Institute of Pathogen Biology at...

Kentucky Reports First Child Death as Flu Continues to Surge Across the State

Nikhil Prasad Feb 08, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Continue to Rise Across Kentucky Kentucky is facing one of its worst flu seasons in recent years, with health officials reporting a rapid increase in cases statewide. Schools have been forced to close, hospitals are seeing a surge in pediatric flu patients, and vaccination rates remain worryingly low. In a tragic turn, the Kentucky Department for Public Health has con...

Health Officials Sound Alarm Over Rising Flu and COVID-19 Infections in Texas

Nikhil Prasad Feb 06, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Health experts are warning of a significant surge in respiratory illnesses across Texas, with flu and COVID-19 cases increasing at an alarming rate. According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, emergency room visits linked to respiratory illnesses have spiked, indicating that more people are experiencing severe symptoms requiring medical attention. Health Off...

New Insights into Influenza A Virus Receptors and Potential Treatments

Niikhil Prasad Feb 05, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) is one of the most dangerous and widely studied viruses in the world. It is responsible for annual flu outbreaks, causing millions of infections and thousands of deaths worldwide. The virus has an extraordinary ability to evolve and adapt, making it a constant threat to public health. Scientists from the Smorodintsev Research Institute of Influenza in Russia a...

New Insights into Alveolar Regeneration in Influenza-Induced Lung Injury

Nikhil Prasad Feb 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from Justus Liebig University Giessen-Germany, Ludwig-Maximilians University Munich-Germany, Duke University School of Medicine-USA, Wenzhou Medical University-China, Heidelberg University Hospital-Germany, and the German Center for Lung Research has made a breakthrough discovery in understanding lung regeneration following injury induced by Influenza infection....

Unprecedented Deadly Flu Surge in Japan Creates Panic as Hospitals Get Overwhelmed

Nikhil Prasad Feb 03, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A severe influenza outbreak is wreaking havoc across Japan, causing widespread panic as hospitals struggle to cope with an unprecedented influx of patients. This outbreak has shattered previous records, leaving medical facilities overwhelmed and prompting concerns among healthcare professionals. The crisis has resulted in an alarming number of severe cases, deaths, and a desperate sh...

New Approach Using Traditional Japanese Medicine and Minocycline for Influenza Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Feb 03, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Department of Internal Medicine at JCHO Hokkaido Hospital in Japan have proposed a new treatment for influenza by combining Kampo medicine, a traditional Japanese herbal therapy, with the antibiotic minocycline. This innovative approach aims to tackle the growing issue of antiviral drug resistance in influenza treatment. New Approach Using Traditional Japanese M...

Scientists Explore Marine Bacteria for Potential Influenza A H5N1 Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Influenza A H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, remains a global health concern due to its ability to mutate rapidly and resist antiviral treatments. Researchers from King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia and Saveetha University in India have been investigating an innovative approach to tackling this virus. By studying compounds derived from marine bacteria, scientists have identif...

Scientists Use Gene Editing to Study How Influenza A Virus Infects Human Cells

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Influenza A Virus and Host Interactions Influenza A virus (IAV) continues to pose a significant threat to public health worldwide due to its ability to cause seasonal epidemics and occasional pandemics. While extensive research has been conducted on how the virus spreads and evolves, scientists are still uncovering the complex interactions between the virus and hum...

Flu Wreaking Havoc in Romania as 133,600 Infected in a Week and 22 Die While 10,950 are Hospitalized

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Flu Outbreak in Romania Sparks Nationwide Alarm Romania is grappling with a severe flu outbreak, with health authorities raising concerns over the rapid increase in infections and hospitalizations. The National Institute for Public Health (INSP) reported a staggering 133,600 cases of flu-related respiratory infections in just one week, from January 20 to 26, marking a more than 6% r...

U.S. CDC Warns That COVID-19 Cases Are Starting to Rise Across America Amidst an Alarming Flu Surge

Nikhil Prasad Feb 01, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: The Quad-demic - Four Major Respiratory Illnesses on the Rise The United States is experiencing a troubling surge in respiratory illnesses as four major viruses continue to spread rapidly across the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised concerns over a "quad-demic" - a term being used to describe the simultaneous rise in cases of COVI...

Flu Positivity Rate Hits 34.3 Percent in Oklahoma Forcing Many Schools to Close or Go Virtual

Nikhil Prasad Feb 01, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Oklahoma Schools Struggle as Flu Outbreak Worsens A severe flu outbreak is sweeping through Oklahoma, leading to a surge in illnesses and forcing multiple school districts to either close their doors or shift to virtual learning. Over the past few weeks, the situation has intensified, with an increasing number of students and staff members falling ill. Schools across the state ...

New Hope for Fighting Influenza with Near Infrared Antiviral Photoimmunotherapy

Nikhil Prasad Jan 31, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Revolutionary Approach to Combat Influenza Scientists have developed a promising new way to fight the influenza virus using near-infrared antiviral photoimmunotherapy (NIR-AVPIT). This groundbreaking treatment, developed by researchers from Medical Corporation Koujunkai, Tokai University School of Medicine, and the Genome Medical Sciences Project at the National Center for Global ...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Breakthrough, Qi Pi Pill Shows Promise Against Influenza

Nikhil Prasad Jan 31, 2025 2 months ago

TCM News: Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory infection that affects millions worldwide every year. While vaccines and antiviral drugs exist, the virus continuously mutates, leading to drug resistance and new strains that pose challenges for public health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used for centuries to treat various illnesses, and researchers are now investigating its p...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hits 32 Percent in Florida

Nikhil Prasad Jan 29, 2025 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Surge in Influenza Cases Across Florida Florida is currently experiencing a significant spike in influenza cases, with test positivity rates reaching a staggering 32 percent, according to the latest data from the Florida State Department of Health. https://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/respiratory-illness/influenza/_documents/2025-w3-flu-review.pdf https:/...

Another Worrisome Bird Flu Strain, H5N9 Bird Flu Debuts in United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: In a significant development, the United States has reported its first outbreak of the H5N9 bird flu in poultry. The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) confirmed the event on Monday, highlighting the detection on a duck farm in Merced County, California. https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-reported-first-outbreak-h5n9-bird-flu-poultry-woah-says-202...

The Antiviral Properties of mRNA Encoding the Human MxA Protein

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough in Antiviral Research Researchers from the Smorodintsev Research Institute of Influenza, under the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, have made strides in exploring the antiviral potential of mRNA technology. In their latest study, scientists evaluated how exogenous mRNA encoding human myxovirus resistance protein A (MxA) might suppress viral infections. Th...

Minnesota Sees a Decline in Flu and COVID-19 Hospitalizations But RSV Infections and Hospitalizations Rising!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 3 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Hospitalization trends show mixed results Recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), released on Thursday, January 23, 2025, reveals a glimmer of hope for residents concerned about respiratory illnesses. For the first time in over a month, hospitalizations for influenza and COVID-19 have shown a slight decline, marking a potential turning point in this winter&rs...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hit 25 Percent Across the United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 3 months ago

U.S. Medical News: The latest data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a concerning picture of respiratory illness trends across the United States. As of January 24, 2025, the national influenza positivity rate has surged to 25 percent, reflecting a significant rise in cases. This increase comes as part of a broader wave of respiratory infections that inclu...

Alkylamides from Echinacea Shows Promising Effects Against Respiratory Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jan 19, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Echinacea, a well-known herb celebrated for its immune-boosting properties, has long been a staple in traditional and modern medicine. Native to North America and historically used by Great Plains tribes like the Lakota and Sioux, Echinacea was once a remedy for ailments ranging from respiratory infections to wounds and even snake bites. In the late 1800s, it gained popularity throug...

Korean Study Finds That Hovenia Dulcis Honey Has Antiviral Properties Against Influenza A Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jan 13, 2025 3 months ago

Health News: Nature’s Secret Weapon Against Viruses Influenza remains a significant health concern, with seasonal outbreaks causing widespread illness, especially among vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and those with weakened immune systems. Existing treatments, including vaccines and antiviral drugs, face challenges due to the virus’s ability to rapidly mutate. As a...

Rising Surge in Influenza Infections is Driving a Corresponding Increase in Hospitalizations and Deaths Across France

Nikhil Prasad Jan 12, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Surge in Respiratory Illnesses Across France The latest health bulletin from Santé publique France reveals a concerning rise in flu infections and hospitalizations across the nation. During the first week of January 2025, medical facilities reported a significant uptick in cases of respiratory illnesses, with influenza leading the charge. The French health report covere...

RTP4 Role in Stopping Influenza Spread

Nikhil Prasad Jan 09, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Influenza A, a virus responsible for frequent global outbreaks and pandemics, remains one of the most significant threats to human health worldwide. Researchers have long studied the intricate ways the virus interacts with the human immune system to evade defenses and spread rapidly. A new study, conducted by scientists from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences in Beijing, Peking ...

Brazilian Scientists Uncover Multifaceted Role of TMPRSS2 in Viral Infections and Its Potential as a Drug Target

Nikhil Prasad Jan 08, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: The enzyme TMPRSS2 (Transmembrane Protease Serine 2) has emerged as a critical player in understanding how certain viruses, including influenza and coronaviruses, infect human cells. This Medical News report highlights findings from researchers at the Universidade Federal do ABC (UFABC) in São Paulo, Brazil, who conducted an extensive review to examine TMPRSS2's multifacet...

Hospitals in Israel Overwhelmed by Respiratory Infections, Rising Flu Deaths Among Children Spark Concern

Nikhil Prasad Jan 07, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Hospitals across Israel are struggling to cope with an alarming surge in respiratory infections, exacerbated by a devastating wave of influenza. Within the last 14 days, three young girls - aged five, 13, and 18 - have tragically succumbed to complications from the flu. The most recent victim, a five-year-old girl with pre-existing conditions, died at Meir Hospital in Kfar Saba after...

Influenza Positivity Rate in United Kingdom Rises to 29.5 Percent! HMPV Infections Also Rising

Nikhil Prasad Jan 06, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: The United Kingdom is grappling with a concerning surge in influenza infections, according to the latest surveillance reports from national health authorities. With data encompassing the last week of December 2024, health experts are raising alarms over the significant increase in cases, hospital admissions, and intensive care unit (ICU) occupancy linked to the virus. Human metapneum...

Scotland Facing an Alarming Rise in Flu Hospitalizations

Nikhil Prasad Jan 05, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Scotland is facing a challenging winter as hospital admissions for influenza have surged dramatically. Public Health Scotland (PHS) has released new data showing a 12% increase in flu-related hospitalizations in just one week. In the week leading up to December 29, 1,537 people were admitted to hospitals due to flu complications, compared to 1,375 the previous week. This rise has dra...

South Korea Battles Severe Flu Outbreak Amid Rising Cases

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: Alarming Surge in Flu Cases South Korea is grappling with its most severe influenza outbreak since 2016, as the number of cases continues to climb at an unprecedented pace. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) has reported a sharp rise in influenza-like illness (ILI) cases, particularly among teenagers. This alarming trend is causing concern among health officials ...

Anticoagulant Therapy Benefits in Non-COVID-19 Pneumonia Patients

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of international researchers sheds light on the life-saving potential of anticoagulant therapy for patients suffering from non-COVID-19 pneumonia. The research team comprised experts from the Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the Seventh Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing-China, the University of Pittsb...

Promising Hope from Sturgeon Oil for Respiratory Health

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 3 months ago

Medical News: A Natural Solution for Respiratory Infections Acute respiratory infections (ARIs) are a major concern globally, causing immense health and economic challenges. These infections, which include diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2 (the virus responsible for COVID-19), Influenza A virus (IAV), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), have long plagued public health systems worldwide. Despite ad...

New Zealand Study Unveils Role of Human Cellular Proteins HDAC1 and HDAC2 in Combating Influenza A Virus

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) remains a persistent threat to global health, with the potential to cause pandemics. The virus’ capacity to mutate and spread across species emphasizes the importance of studying its interactions with the host’s immune defenses. Recently, researchers from the University of Otago in New Zealand have shed light on how two key cellular proteins, HDAC1...

Illinois Faces Growing Threat of Respiratory Illnesses

Nikhil Prasad Dec 25, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Rise in Respiratory Infections Across Illinois Illinois is witnessing a significant rise in various respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as families gather to celebrate the holiday season. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the state’s respiratory illness level has increased from “Low&rdqu...

Switzerland Witnessing a Surge in Influenza Infections

Nikhil Prasad Dec 25, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Seasonal Flu Cases Double in Short Span Switzerland is currently grappling with a notable surge in seasonal influenza cases, with numbers doubling in just one week, according to data from the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH). As winter settles in, health experts are closely monitoring this trend, which has raised concerns about the strain on the healthcare system. Switzerland...

Murine Study Reveals Dual Role of TLR7 in Influenza A Infection

Nikhil Prasad Dec 23, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A recent study has unveiled the complex role of Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) in the progression of influenza A virus (IAV) infections, particularly its dual impact on lung health. The research, conducted by scientists from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, the University of South Australia in Adelaide, and Trinity College Dublin in Ireland, sheds light on how TLR7’s activ...

Influenza Surge in Japan Threatens Schools and Healthcare System While COVID-19 Cases Are Also Rising Nationwide

Nikhil Prasad Dec 21, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Rising Influenza Cases Across Japan Japan is grappling with an alarming surge in influenza cases, marking one of the worst outbreaks in recent years. The National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID) reported over 94,000 flu cases in just one week across approximately 5,000 hospitals and clinics nationwide. This has brought the total number of cases for the current flu season to ...

Researchers Discover Role of TRIF and TAK1 in Influenza A Virus Pyroptosis

Nikhil Prasad Dec 13, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Influenza Research Highlights Cell Death Mechanisms Influenza A virus (IAV) continues to be a formidable health challenge, causing seasonal epidemics and occasional pandemics. It is a segmented single-stranded RNA virus, primarily targeting respiratory tract epithelial cells. The body's immune system combats this virus using several mechanisms, including programmed cell death. A...

New Zealand Reports First-Ever H7N6 Bird Flu Outbreak

Nikhil Prasad Dec 03, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: A New Threat Emerges in New Zealand New Zealand has detected its first-ever case of highly pathogenic H7N6 avian influenza, marking a significant moment in the country's biosecurity history. This outbreak has not only shocked the nation’s poultry industry but has also led to immediate and sweeping measures to contain the spread of the disease. The affected farm, located on...

Influenza Mutations and Drug Resistance in Focus

Nikhil Prasad Dec 01, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Influenza, a persistent global health concern, primarily affects humans through types A and B of the virus. Among its key components, the neuraminidase (NA) protein plays a critical role in spreading the virus by aiding its release from infected cells. This Medical News report dives into new findings related to mutations in NA and their implications on drug resistance, presenting cru...

Key Role of NEIL1 in Influenza Virus Proliferation and Immune Response

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Understanding Influenza A Virus Challenges Influenza A virus (IAV) remains a significant global health challenge due to its ability to cause pandemics and seasonal epidemics. Despite advancements in virology, the virus continues to evade immune responses, leading to severe health consequences for vulnerable populations. Researchers from Tianjin University in China have shed light on...

Chinese Scientists Warn of New H2N2 Influenza Strain That Could Be a Human Pandemic Threat

Nikhil Prasad Nov 28, 2024 4 months ago

Medical News: Alarming Discovery of H2N2 Influenza Virus A team of Chinese researchers has raised concerns about a newly identified strain of the H2N2 avian influenza virus. This virus, which has historically caused pandemics, shows alarming traits that could potentially lead to a human pandemic. The findings come from a collaboration between prominent institutions including Shanxi Agricultural U...

Mysterious Influenza Outbreak at Army Camp in Sri Lanka Causes 25 Infections and 500 in Quarantine

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A mysterious influenza outbreak has struck the Vidataltivu Army Camp in Mannar, Sri Lanka, leaving 25 soldiers infected and forcing nearly 500 into quarantine. Health and military authorities are scrambling to contain the situation, which began on November 11, as concerns grow over the severity of the illness. Mysterious Influenza Outbreak at Army Camp in Sri Lanka Causes 25 Inf...

Scientists Discover Hidden Key to Fighting Severe Flu Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough in Influenza Research Influenza, or the flu, is an ever-evolving virus, forcing us to get vaccinated each year as new strains emerge. Some flu strains are more dangerous than others, with past pandemics, like the 1918 outbreak, killing millions worldwide. Even in recent history, flu pandemics in 1957, 1968, and 2009 demonstrated how fast and dangerous the flu virus ca...

Ubiquitin Proteasome System as a New Target to Fight Influenza A Virus

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) has remained a serious global health concern, responsible for annual flu outbreaks and major health issues. With the virus constantly evolving, developing resistance to existing antiviral medications has become a growing challenge. Researchers are now exploring new therapeutic strategies. This Medical News report discusses a novel approach targeting the ubiqui...

How Influenza A Virus Manipulates Host Metabolism for Faster Replication

Nikhil Prasad Nov 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Scientists from Nanjing Agricultural University and the Key Laboratory for Prevention and Control of Herbivorous Animal Diseases (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs) collaborated with the Xinjiang Animal Disease Research Key Laboratory to explore how Influenza A virus (IAV), specifically the WSN strain, manipulates the metabolic pathways of host cells to increase its replicati...

Antibiotics During Flu May Harm Lung Immunity and Increase Bacterial Pneumonia Risk

Nikhil Prasad Nov 02, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center-USA, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine-USA, and the University of Pittsburgh-USA have revealed that using antibiotics during influenza infections may actually impair the body’s ability to fight off bacterial pneumonia that can follow a viral infection. The study dives deep into how antibiotics may disrupt lung immun...

Enhancing Immunity Against Influenza B Using Interferons

Nikhil Prasad Oct 26, 2024 6 months ago

Medical News: Influenza B infections have long posed a health challenge, especially during late flu seasons when they tend to peak. Despite widespread vaccination efforts, the effectiveness of influenza B vaccines has been limited, often sparking the need for alternative strategies to boost immunity. A recent study conducted by researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (...

How gut microbiota could unlock new treatments for influenza

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 16, 2024 7 months ago

Influenza News: Influenza is a common but potentially deadly virus that infects millions of people worldwide every year. While vaccines and antiviral drugs offer some protection, they often have limited effectiveness due to viral mutations and drug resistance. Now, researchers are exploring a novel approach: the relationship between gut microbiota and influenza. This Influenza News report highligh...

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