Flu

Influenza vaccination found to improve birth weight and lessened infections in mothers and infants in developing regions.

Walgreens has released its season-ending Flu Index, ranking the top states and markets for flu activity this season.

In a study published in Nature Medicine, investigators found that when a virus enters the bloodstream it activates the first responder immune cells, CX3CR1highLY6Clow monocytes.

Virus-driven immune activation blocks connections between nerve cells in the brain.

Pharmacies are now second only to doctors offices as leading influenza vaccination locations. Unfortunately, vaccination rates are still suboptimal.

Annual influenza vaccination is prudent for people at high risk from complications and for people who live or work in places where people aggregate.

Transgenic mice models help identify cross-species influenza strains.

Alere Reader lateral flow assay receives FDA marketing clearance for rapid influenza testing.

Although live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) was not recommended in the United States during the 2016-2017 season, interest in this product is very high because of its needle-free, easy administration.

Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.

This week’s Walgreens Flu Index shows that a number of states, including the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Louisiana, continue to see widespread flu activity in the final week of March.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

Treatment with Accolate or Singulair could prevent influenza pneumonia infections.

As we emerge from peak flu season, this year’s challenges highlight the importance of vaccination and pharmacists’ contribution to it.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

A recent study investigated parental attitudes toward their child receiving a flu vaccine and its negative influence on vaccination rates.

Since November 2015, approximately 25% of adults who receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination are immunized in pharmacies or retail health care settings.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

A bad influenza season might call for higher-dose flu vaccines in older adults.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

Annual vaccination against seasonal influenza is recommended for all persons aged ≥6 months.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

All over the United States, outpatient clinics and emergency rooms are inundated with patients who report fever, chills, and cough all winter.