Health experts discussed the scientific and technological prospects of an effective universal influenza vaccine. Speakers included Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and Margaret Hamburg, former FDA commissioner. Panelists discussed the need for more funding for research, better collaboration between the private and government sectors, advances in technology in flu research and the goal of a universal flu vaccine.
Positive Association Found Amongst COVID Deaths & Flu Shot Rates Worldwide In Elderly
IN BRIEF The Facts:A recently published paper has found a positive association between COVID-19 deaths and influenza vaccination rates in elderly people worldwide. Reflect On:Why does vaccine hesitancy continue to grow worldwide? What’s …
Positive association between COVID-19 deaths and influenza vaccination rates (IVR) in elderly people worldwide
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Flu shots and the risk of coronavirus infections
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Increased Risk of Noninfluenza Respiratory Virus Infections Associated With Receipt of Inactivated Influenza Vaccine
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