Cold and Flu News
August 3, 2024
Top Headlines
July 31, 2024 — A nasal COVID-19 vaccine blocks transmission of the virus, according to an animal study. The findings suggest that vaccines delivered directly to the nose or mouth could play a critical role in containing the spread of respiratory ...
July 29, 2024 — New research using live mouse-adapted influenza virus improves upon previous mouse experiments to explain how maternal infection impacts fetal brain development. The study also indicates fetal brain ...
July 24, 2024 — A new study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission -- between cows and from cows to cats and a ...
July 19, 2024 — New research reveals a promising approach to developing a universal influenza vaccine -- a so-called 'one and done' vaccine that confers lifetime immunity against an evolving virus. The study tested a vaccine platform against the virus considered ...
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July 17, 2024 — Most influenza viruses enter human or animal cells through specific pathways on the cells' surface. Researchers have now discovered that certain human flu viruses and avian flu viruses can also use a ...
July 15, 2024 — A study helps explain why dairy cows infected by highly pathogenic avian influenza are shedding the virus in their milk. Their findings could help develop biosecurity measures aimed at slowing the ...
July 10, 2024 — To offer cross-protection against diverse influenza virus variants, nanoparticle vaccines can produce pivotal cellular and mucosal immune responses that enhance vaccine efficacy and broaden ...
July 8, 2024 — While H5N1 avian influenza virus taken from infected cow's milk makes mice and ferrets sick when dripped into their noses, airborne transmission of ...
July 8, 2024 — Researchers have developed a bioelectric device that can detect and classify new variants of coronavirus to identify those that are most harmful. It has the potential to do the same with other ...
June 25, 2024 — A new study provides insight on how to make a new generation of rapid tests, including COVID, flu, RSV, and all-in-one tests, work ...
July 3, 2024 — Researchers found no infectious virus in the sampled pasteurized milk products tested for ...
July 2, 2024 — A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during ...
June 27, 2024 — H5N1 virus in unpasteurized milk is stable on metal and rubber components of commercial milking equipment for at least one hour, increasing its potential to infect people and other ...
June 21, 2024 — Fewer than one percent of people who get the flu every year get tested, in part because most tests require trained personnel and expensive equipment. Now researchers have developed a low-cost paper ...
Earlier Headlines
June 14, 2024 — The amount of infectious H5N1 influenza viruses in raw milk rapidly declined with heat treatment in laboratory research. However, small, detectable amounts of infectious virus remained in raw milk ...
June 14, 2024 — As hospitals and health systems begin to prepare for flu vaccination campaigns, a new study shows that 96% of the hospitals that serve America's veterans, and 74% of hospitals serving the ...
June 6, 2024 — A strong belief in the Protestant Work Ethic might underpin the decision-making of many people choosing 'natural' approaches to healthcare, new research suggests. Academics say their paper ...
May 31, 2024 — Researchers have isolated human monoclonal antibodies against influenza B, a significant public health threat that disproportionately affects children, the elderly and other immunocompromised ...
May 30, 2024 — In a head-to-head comparison of masks worn by people with active COVID-19, the inexpensive 'duckbill' N95 came out on top, stopping 98% of COVID-19 particles in the breath of infected ...
May 29, 2024 — Review of research to-date suggests vaccination remains the most effective strategy for avian influenza prevention and control in humans, despite varying vaccine efficacy across ...
May 24, 2024 — Mice administered raw milk samples from dairy cows infected with H5N1 influenza experienced high virus levels in their respiratory organs and lower virus levels in other vital organs, according to ...
May 23, 2024 — Researchers conducted a Phase III trial to test the 100-year-old Bacillus Calmette-Gu rin (BCG) vaccine in people with type 1 diabetes during the COVID-19 ...
May 21, 2024 — Currently available flu medications only target the virus after it has already established an infection, but what if a drug could prevent infection in the first place? Now, scientists have designed ...
May 17, 2024 — A study has found that repeat vaccination with updated versions of the COVID-19 vaccine promotes the development of antibodies that neutralize a wide range of variants of the virus that causes ...
May 15, 2024 — Highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza was detected in dairy cattle for the first time in the United States in March, with nine states reporting outbreaks by May. While the method of transmission ...
May 15, 2024 — A small number of New York City wild birds carry highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, according to a recent ...
May 13, 2024 — in March a farm worker who reported no contact with sick or dead birds, but who was in contact with dairy cattle, began showing symptoms in the eye and samples were collected by the regional health ...
May 2, 2024 — Researchers have found that a brain disorder associated with flu (influenza-associated encephalopathy, or IAE) can be caused by the influenza virus entering the brain from the blood via endothelial ...
May 1, 2024 — An experimental influenza vaccine carrying more than 80,000 variations of hemagglutinin antigens caused the immune system of mice and ferrets to respond more strongly to less variable portions of the ...
May 1, 2024 — A simple blood test could allow doctors to determine whether a person may be at higher risk for stroke or cognitive decline during their lifetime, according to a new ...
Apr. 26, 2024 — Report details first-ever finding of highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in North American ...
Apr. 18, 2024 — The annual influenza vaccine has become less effective on average over time. One reason may be reduced vaccine efficacy in people with obesity than those with a healthier body mass index (BMI), while ...
Apr. 15, 2024 — Scientists at UC Riverside have demonstrated a new, RNA-based vaccine strategy that is effective against any strain of a virus and can be used safely even by babies or the ...
Apr. 10, 2024 — Findings show a newly created drug can prevent runaway inflammation while still allowing the immune system to handle the virus, even when given late into ...
Friday, June 14, 2024
- Infectious H5N1 Influenza Virus in Raw Milk Rapidly Declines With Heat Treatment
- More Hospitals Than Ever Require Staff to Get Flu Shots, U.S. Study Finds
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- H5N1 Virus from 2022 Mink Outbreak Capable of Inefficient Airborne Transmission
- Highly Pathogenic Avian Flu Detected in New York City Wild Birds
Monday, May 13, 2024
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- New Strategy Could Lead to Universal, Long-Lasting Flu Shot
- A Blood Test for Stroke Risk? Biomarker for Risk of Future Cerebrovascular Disease
Friday, April 26, 2024
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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
- Just Ask: Patients in the ER Are Willing to Get a Flu Shot
- Researchers a Step Closer to a Cure for HIV
Monday, March 25, 2024
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Monday, March 18, 2024
- Addressing Both Flu and COVID-19 Through a Single, Multitasking Injection
- Newborn Piglets Serve as a Model for Studying Influenza
Friday, March 15, 2024
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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
- Double Risk of Dementia After Mouth Ulcer Virus
- Scientists Discover Hidden Army of Lung Flu Fighters
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Monday, February 5, 2024
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
- DNA Particles That Mimic Viruses Hold Promise as Vaccines
- Gut Microbiota Influence Severity of Respiratory Viral Infection
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
- New Vaccine Design Uses Immunity Against Influenza to Offer Faster Protection Against Emerging Pathogens
- Glowing COVID-19 Diagnostic Test Prototype Produces Results in One Minute
Thursday, January 11, 2024
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- Tiny Llama Nanobodies Neutralize Different Noroviruses: Can They Improve Human Anti-Viral Therapies?
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Monday, November 13, 2023
- Antiviral Treatment Is Largely Underused in Children With Influenza, Study Findings Show
- Survey Finds Many Americans Are Letting Their Guard Down During Respiratory Illness Season
Monday, November 6, 2023
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Monday, September 11, 2023
- Researcher Helps Boost Immune System Memory Against Influenza
- Climate Change Can Alter the Risk of Succumbing to Infectious Diseases
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
- How to Inactivate Common Cold Viruses
- Bird Flu Is Undergoing Changes That Could Increase the Risk of Widespread Human Transmission
Thursday, August 31, 2023
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- Several Vaccines Associated With Reduced Risk of Alzheimer's Disease in Adults 65 and Older
- Molecules in Vegetables Can Help to Ease Lung Infection
Thursday, August 10, 2023
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Monday, July 24, 2023
- Researchers Discover Molecule With Promise to Enhance Vaccine Efficacy
- Study Explores How Often Children Diagnosed With Flu Experience Serious Neuropsychiatric Side Effects
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
- Study Shows Key Role for Human T Cells in the Control of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection
Monday, May 22, 2023
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
- Exposure to Air Pollution During Pregnancy Increases Risk for Flu
- Why This Bird Flu Is Different: Scientists Say New Avian Influenza Requires Urgent Coordinated Response
Thursday, April 13, 2023
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- Memory B Cell Marker Predicts Long-Lived Antibody Response to Flu Vaccine
- Next Epidemic Could Be Spotted Early in Wastewater