The Latest Breaking News from Influenza

Australia races to shield little penguins from H5N1 bird flu

SYDNEY - Australian wildlife workers have launched an unprecedented effort to vaccinate wild populations of little penguins against the highly contagious H5N1 avian influenza.

Bangkok Post · Aug 20

Children Given Flu Antivirals Within Two Days of Symptom Onset Had an 81 Percent Lower Hospitalization Risk

A new study links antiviral treatment within 48 hours to a sharp reduction in influenza hospitalizations in children. It shows association, not proof.

Medical Daily · Aug 19

H1N1 scare at Bengaluru Clarence High School: 500+ students & over 21 employees fall sick; offline classes suspended

H1N1 scare at Bengaluru Clarence High School: Clarence High School has decided to halt offline classes following a notable surge in illness among students and staff members. The school confirmed two cases of H1N1, prompting the suspension until August 18. After reopening on August 13, over 500 students were still…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Vaccines Given During Pregnancy Cover a Newborn's First Months Before Any Infant Shots Begin

Antibodies transferred across the placenta protect newborns against pertussis, flu, and RSV during the weeks before infant vaccination can start.

Medical Daily · Aug 13

Pediatricians Urge Flu Shots for Every Child Over 6 Months After a Season That Killed 190 U.S. Children

The AAP recommends flu vaccination for all children 6 months and older, but after a severe season, coverage has stalled below half of U.S. kids.

Medical Daily · Aug 12

5 H1N1 Warning Signs Parents Should Never Miss

A fever and cough can look like an ordinary monsoon infection. But in Delhi this season, one number is making families pay closer attention: 1,344 reported H1N1 cases. That is nearly six times the 229 cases reported during the comparable period last year, according to recent reports. For most healthy…

MyLifeXP · Aug 11

The First mRNA Flu Vaccine Is Approved, and What Changes for Patients Is Not Simply Another Shot Option

The FDA approved mFlusiva for adults 50 and older. Here is who qualifies, how mRNA flu shots differ, and what still stands before they become widely available.

Medical Daily · Aug 10

H1N1 cases in Delhi : What are the symptoms, prevention tips as cases jump 6-fold from last year

Delhi has recorded a sharp increase in H1N1 influenza cases this season. Infections have risen to 1,344 from 229 during the corresponding period last year. Doctors caution against dismissing H1N1 as routine seasonal flu, as it can become serious. Vaccination and basic precautions remain key measures for reducing severe illness.…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Flu not going away? Delhi-NCR reports 1,344 H1N1 cases; doctors reveal warning signs you shouldn't ignore

Delhi-NCR is witnessing a significant surge in H1N1 influenza cases this year. Delhi alone has reported over thirteen hundred cases, a substantial increase from last year. Hospitals across Gurgaon and Faridabad are also observing more patients with flu-like symptoms. Doctors advise vigilance for persistent symptoms, especially in children and vulnerable…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

'That's what's got us worried': the illnesses on the rise as winter sets in

'There are lots of other respiratory viruses circulating.'

Newcastle Herald · Aug 6