Influenza Archive — Page 4 of 7

Computer illustration of a plasma cell (B-cell, left) secreting antibodies (white) against influenza viruses (right). Antibodies bind to specific antigens, for instance viral proteins, marking them for destruction by phagocyte immune cells.
February 6, 2018

Flu Fighter: Dr. James Crowe is leading a global effort to take the guesswork out of the flu shot

From Vanderbilt Magazine: James Crowe, director of the Vanderbilt Vaccine Center, hopes to create a universal flu vaccine–permanently eliminating the problem of ineffective or under-effective annual flu shots.

By Vanderbilt Health News
January 22, 2018

Flulapalooza Team wins Elevate Team Award

“We provide excellence in healthcare, research and education. We treat others as we wish to be treated. We continuously evaluate and improve our performance.” 

By Christina Echegaray
January 5, 2018

What you need to know about this year’s flu

Discover what strains are prominent, how effective this year’s vaccine is, and how hard the virus has hit Tennessee so far.

By Vanderbilt Health News
November 21, 2017

Post-flu risks a growing concern for the elderly

Infectious disease experts are warning that flu can lead to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and disability in elderly patients for months after they have recovered from their illness.

By Craig Boerner
October 30, 2017

Disparities in influenza outcomes

Neighborhood determinants – represented by census tract data – contribute to the risk of influenza hospitalization and could be used to guide interventions such as vaccinations to high-risk areas.

By Leigh MacMillan
October 26, 2017

Vanderbilt leads international effort to develop universal flu vaccine

Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are leading an international effort to develop a universal influenza vaccine that would protect everyone against all strains of the flu anywhere in the world.

By Bill Snyder