influenza (flu)
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December 17, 2024
Study shows drop in use of antiviral medications in young children with influenza
Flu illness accounts for up to 10% of all pediatric hospitalizations during the winter season in the United States. -
May 31, 2024
Antibodies may aid effort to fight influenza B: study
The findings reported in the journal Immunity support the development of a monoclonal antibody for prevention and treatment of influenza B — and will help guide efforts to develop a universal influenza vaccine. -
March 14, 2024
Immune cell profiles may guide flu vaccine timing in pediatric stem cell transplant patients
A new study led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers has identified key immune cell populations that predict how well pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HCT) recipients will respond to the influenza vaccine. -
March 5, 2024
CDC changes community COVID-19 isolation guidance; does not change guidance for Vanderbilt Health employees, patients or facilities
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January 17, 2024
Bird flu vaccine more effective with potent adjuvant
The avian (bird) influenza vaccine creates a more robust immune response when paired with a potent ingredient known as an adjuvant, according to Vanderbilt research published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases. -
December 8, 2023
You missed a few: a better way to count health care-associated influenza cases
The traditional definition of health care-associated influenza leads to gross undercounting, a Vanderbilt study suggests. -
November 13, 2023
Study finds antiviral treatment is largely underused in children with influenza
Vanderbilt research finds antiviral medications are underused in young children diagnosed with influenza despite national guidelines supporting their use