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New initiative launched to advance mRNA vaccine development against human avian influenza (H5N1)

July 30, 2024
The mRNA Technology Transfer Programme, jointly developed by WHO and MPP, was launched in July 2021 with the aim to build capacity in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) ...
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CDC reports second human case of H5 bird flu tied to dairy cow outbreak

May 24, 2024
CDC’s risk assessment for the general public remains low.
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) virus infection reported in a person in the U.S.

April 2, 2024
CDC’s risk assessment for the general public remains low.
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New antibodies target “dark side” of influenza virus protein

March 4, 2024
NIH researchers explore hidden, vulnerable region of influenza neuraminidase.
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Recommended composition of influenza virus vaccines for use in the 2024 southern hemisphere influenza season

Oct. 3, 2023
The recommendations issued are used by the national vaccine regulatory agencies and pharmaceutical companies to develop, produce, and license influenza vaccines for the following...
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Walgreens flu index shows flu activity trending 10 times higher year over year

Oct. 24, 2022
The United States prepares for a severe flu season as flu activity doubles week over week.
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Inequities found in flu vaccine uptake

Oct. 19, 2022
Increasing flu vaccination through more targeted outreach can help lower disparities.
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COVID-19 and influenza epidemics this winter?

Oct. 19, 2022
On January 31, 2020, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) declared a Public Health Emergency followed by the declaration of a National Emergency...