The Latest Breaking News from Influenza

GPO signs vaccine pact with Korean biotech giant

The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) has bolstered its partnership with SK bioscience of South Korea to enhance regional vaccine security, starting with the production of influenza vaccines scheduled for availability next year.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5, 2023

Vaughan Gething admits he never read major report into how ready UK was for pandemic before Covid

"If I had read that, I think that I almost certainly would have asked more questions and asked for more assurance about what was happening."

Wales Online · Jul 4, 2023

Every secondary school pupil in England to be offered flu vaccine this year

From September new government program will years 7 to 11 offered the spray to combat a rise in excess influenza deaths

Nottingham Post · Jul 4, 2023

Why America’s eyes are on Australia’s flu season

Australia's flu season is yet to peak, but US authorities are already looking for signs of what might be in store for their own winter.

The New Daily · Jun 14, 2023

Health dept. urges people to desist from self-medication for viral fevers

The Health department has warned people to desist from self-treatment as this is the season of viral fevers, which could be vector-borne diseases like dengue and Zika, leptospirosis or respiratory infections like Influenza.

The Hindu · Jun 13, 2023

Should I get the flu vaccine? South African experts say yes - here's why

The winter months are synonymous with the flu in South Africa. Similar to other countries in the southern hemisphere, South Africa has an annual influenza season stretching from April to August.

The Conversation · Jun 9, 2023

Ultra-rare, deep-diving whale dies on New England beach with possible case of bird flu

A necropsy revealed that the animal may have been infected with avian influenza, which would be "a big deal" if it is confirmed by further testing, scientists say.

LiveScience · Jun 8, 2023

Charity demands urgent response plan to protect wild birds from avian influenza

The RSPB NI said it has had an outbreak at its Window On Wildlife Reserve in Belfast Lough.

The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023

Influenza vaccinations recommended as cases of respiratory illness rise across Australia

Of the nearly 58,000 cases recorded across the country, 30% occurred over the last fortnightly reporting period

The Guardian - AU · Jun 8, 2023

Six 'zombie viruses' scientists warn are on the march thanks to climate change

Ancient viruses - not seen anywhere in the world for centuries - are at risk of wiping people out due to climate change, scientists say. Particles of the illnesses remain infectious even today in mammoth wool, Siberian mummies, prehistoric wolves an

Daily Mirror · Jun 4, 2023