CDC vaccine panel to review ingredient RFK Jr has targeted for removal ACIP panel to discuss influenza vaccines that contain thimerosal, which Kennedy called ‘dangerous’ in 2014 book The Guardian - US · Jun 20, 2025
hMPV is likely one of the viruses making us sick this winter. Here’s what to know about human metapneumovirus As winter settles over Australia, it’s not just the drop in temperature we notice – there’s also a sharp rise in respiratory illnesses. Most of us are familiar with the usual winter players such as COVID, influenza and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), which often dominate news headlines and public health… The Conversation · Jun 10, 2025
Australians urged to address falling vaccination rates With a surge in winter respiratory infections, health experts are again urging Australians to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza. AAP · Jun 7, 2025
Trump administration cancels $766 million Moderna contract to fight pandemic flu The Trump administration has canceled $766 million awarded to drugmaker Moderna Inc. to develop a vaccine against potential pandemic influenza viruses, including H5N1 bird flu The Independent UK · May 29, 2025
Bird flu cases spreading faster and with greater impacts - report Avian influenza is no longer just an animal health issue, with rising mammal cases and severe ecosystem, trade, and food security impacts as outbreaks become more widespread and impact a broader range of species, a new report shows. Euronews · May 23, 2025
2-in-1 COVID-flu vaccine looks promising in trial — but experts say approval may be delayed Late-stage trial data suggest that a new COVID-flu vaccine offers good protection against both infections, but experts expect the shot's approval may be delayed. LiveScience · May 19, 2025
Junk science, vaccine refusers and the return of smallpox: what worries one of Australia’s top epidemiologists More than five years into the Covid pandemic, Guardian Australia asks Raina MacIntyre: what’s the next big threat to public health, and are we up to the challenge? The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2025
‘Not a surprise’: what’s behind Australia’s egg shortage, and is it here to stay? Consumers have shown a preference for free-range eggs, but those farming systems are more vulnerable to biosecurity risks like bird flu The Guardian - AU · May 10, 2025
Spike in flu cases sparks plea over 'dire' rate of jabs An unusual spike in cases has sparked a warning for Australians to get a flu jab and lift poor vaccination rates as winter looms. AAP · May 6, 2025
Trump betting on old vaccine tech It's in sharp contrast to Operation Warp Speed, which led to the creation of the COVID vaccines Salon · May 6, 2025
H5N1 Bird Flu Threat: Experts Sound Alarm Over Potential Pandemic As Infections Spread To All 50 US States Virologists are sounding the alarm on a potential bird flu pandemic in the United States that has already affected at least 70 people – the infections are present in all 50 states and one death has been linked to the H5N1 outbreak. International Business Times · May 1, 2025
Flu virus that can lead to paralysis and brain swelling detected in California’s wastewater This comes on the heels of one of California’s deadliest flu seasons The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025
US, Europe diverge on infectious disease messaging - Roll Call The United States has de-emphasized infectious disease programming in favor of prioritizing chronic disease. Roll Call · Apr 16, 2025
How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains The flu sickens millions of people in the U.S. every year, and the past year has been particularly tough. Although infections are trending downward, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has called the winter of 2024-2025 a “high severity” season with the highest hospitalization rate in 15 years. The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025
Al Jazeera · Apr 14, 2025 Fact check: Does a new study say the flu vaccine is dangerous? A new Cleveland Clinic study misses key aspects of the vaccine’s effectiveness, sparking public questions.
AAP · Apr 13, 2025 'Reduce the misery' and get a flu jab, experts urge People are being urged to take influenza and other respiratory diseases seriously and get vaccinated before cold weather arrives.
LiveScience · Apr 10, 2025 Flu: Facts about seasonal influenza and bird flu Learn interesting facts about the flu, a viral infection that targets the respiratory system.
The Conversation · Apr 7, 2025 Do I need another COVID booster? Which one should I choose? Can I get it with my flu shot? Australians are being urged to roll up their sleeves for a flu vaccine amid rising cases of influenza.
LiveScience · Apr 6, 2025 Bird flu could soon evolve to spread between humans. Here's how to slow its progress. At the viral chatter stage of an outbreak, pathogens are just starting to infect people in sporadic bursts. It's a sign that a pandemic may be on the horizon.
The Conversation · Apr 3, 2025 Flu vaccines are now available for 2025. What’s on offer and which one should I get? It’s that time of year when flu vaccines are becoming available in Australia. You may have received an email from your GP clinic or a text message from your pharmacy telling you they’re in stock.
The Times of India · Apr 3, 2025 Chardham Yatra 2025: Government on high alert as equine influenza hits Rudraprayag With less than a month until the Chardham Yatra begins on April 30, the Uttarakhand government has sprung into action following the detection of equine influenza in Rudraprayag district. The highly contagious respiratory disease, confirmed in 18 horses and mules in the villages of Veeron and Basti, has prompted swift…
The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2025 Bird flu is creeping toward human transmission − how do we stop it? Recent animal outbreaks from a subtype called H5N1 have been especially troubling to scientists
The Conversation · Mar 31, 2025 Bird flu could be on the cusp of transmitting between humans − but there are ways to slow down viral evolution Disease forecasts are like weather forecasts: We cannot predict the finer details of a particular outbreak or a particular storm, but we can often identify when these threats are emerging and prepare accordingly.
The Conversation · Mar 30, 2025 AI is for the birds: How machine learning can help predict and manage avian flu outbreaks The active and ongoing global spread of avian influenza virus has impacted more than 14 million birds in Canada and 160 million in the USA.
The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025 Bird flu ‘has potential to become pandemic’, health officials warn The warning comes on the heels of the first confirmed case of bird flu in sheep