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The new discovery that can stop the replication of the influenza virus

The new discovery that can stop the replication of the influenza virus 

Researchers from the University of Bonn have discovered a new bacterial compound that can inhibit the replication of the influenza virus.  Viruses use the molecular...
New universal influenza B vaccine offers extensive protection

New universal influenza B vaccine offers extensive protection

A new universal influenza B vaccine offers a strong defence against different strains and improved immune protection. A new study by biomedical scientists from the Institute...
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New intranasal influenza vaccine demonstrates excellent performance

A study suggests that a newly developed intranasal influenza vaccine provides robust protection against multiple influenza virus strains. Designed by researchers at the Institute for...
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Medical professionals urge the public to get the influenza vaccine

A plethora of critical care and pulmonary societies are advising the public to receive the influenza vaccine as we edge closer to the flu...
Nova Biologicals: Infection prevention during the winter period

Nova Biologicals: Infection prevention during the winter period

Microbiological testing specialist Nova Biologicals outlines the key infection prevention measures to keep in mind this festive season. The celebration of holidays is one of...
The burden of influenza and the role of education in infection control

The burden of influenza and the role of education in infection control

ESWI Chairman Dr Albert Osterhaus speaks to HEQ about the burden of influenza and the role of education in infection control. The European Scientific Working...
Supporting the NHS through winter and beyond

Supporting the NHS through winter and beyond

In this article, David Hare, Chief Executive of the Independent Healthcare Providers Network, discusses the need for NHS support in preparation for the winter. With...
New study to look at impact of COVID-19 on cannabis patients

New study to look at impact of COVID-19 on cannabis patients

A new study will be looking at the impact of the novel coronavirus – COVID-19 – on patients who use medical cannabis. A preliminary study...
Study shows trial drug effectively blocks COVID-19 in early stages

Study shows trial drug effectively blocks COVID-19 in early stages

A new study has found that a trial drug effectively blocks the early stages of COVID-19. The drug treatment, called APN01, holds promise for stopping...
Are face masks useful for stopping the spread of COVID-19?

Are face masks useful for stopping the spread of COVID-19?

As COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe face masks are in high demand – but are they effective? COVID-19 is arguably a preventable disease,...
Research to look at immune system’s seasonal ability to fight a virus

Research to look at immune system’s seasonal ability to fight a virus

Groundbreaking new research will be investigating the immune system’s ability to fight viruses as the seasons change. The research will investigate if an immune system...
The endocrine system: steroids put patients at high risk for COVID-19

The endocrine system: steroids put patients at high risk for COVID-19

Patients with endocrine system related diseases, and those who are taking a class of steroid medications called glucocorticoids, are at high risk for COVID-19. The...
COVID-19: first comprehensive estimates from mainland China

COVID-19: first comprehensive estimates from mainland China

The first comprehensive estimates from mainland China of the proportion of people with COVID-19 who required hospitalisation, and latest death rate estimates, both show...
Expert answers: can cannabis and CBD affect coronavirus?

Expert answers: can cannabis and CBD affect coronavirus?

In this article, integrative medicine expert, Dr Dani Gordon, answers peoples’ question of whether cannabis and CBD can affect contracting or recovering from COVID-19,...
COVID-19: advice for patients with digestive conditions such as IBD

COVID-19: advice for patients with digestive conditions such as IBD

A new paper has outlined key information for patients living with chronic digestive conditions, such as IBD, in relation to COVID-19, or coronavirus. A paper...
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Real-time flu prediction may be possible using wearable technology

A new study demonstrates the potential of data from wearable devices that measure heart rate to improve surveillance of infectious disease The research from Scripps...
NHS England urge eligible people to get free flu vaccine

NHS England urge eligible people to get free flu vaccine

The primary school flu vaccination programme is resuming following temporary delay of nasal spray vaccine from the manufacturer. The NHS and Public Health England (PHE)...

New technology paves the way for needle-free flu vaccine

A new study has shown that a new needle-free flu vaccine patch worked for the immune system much like a traditional flu shot – without any...
Learn about the immune system defence mechanisms during flu season

Learn about the immune system defence mechanisms during flu season

Yale researchers have pinpointed a key reason why the immune system defence mechanisms are likely to deteriorate from viruses during flu season, and this...
Seqirus announces further advances in cell-based influenza vaccine technology

Seqirus announces further advances in cell-based influenza vaccine technology

While Seqirus continue to manufacture & distribute egg-based vaccines globally, discover how cell-based influenza vaccine technology represents a significant advancement in protection. Seqirus, a leading...

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