Baloxavir Marboxil Approved for Patients at High Risk of Flu-Related Complications
The FDA has approved a supplemental NDA for Xofluza for the treatment of acute, uncomplicated influenza in patients aged 12 years and older.
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Hospitalization Risk With Influenza Higher in Type 2 Diabetes
Although the risk for hospitalization with influenza was higher in patients with type 2 diabetes, mortality rates were lower.
CDC: Seasonal Influenza Viruses Circulating Widely in Southern Hemisphere
Influenza A(H3) is predominating in many regions in Southern Hemisphere while influenza activity remains low in the United States.
Only Half of Pregnant Women Receive Recommended Influenza, Tdap Vaccines
Influenza and whooping cough remain a major source of hospitalizations among pregnant women and infants.
Influenza Vaccine Modestly Effective in Preventing Hospitalizations in COPD
Influenza vaccination can be modestly effective in reducing laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Survey: Many US Adults Not Planning to Receive Influenza Vaccine
Vaccine knowledge and anticipated rates of vaccination are even lower for pneumococcal disease.
Probiotics May Reduce Costs for Flu-Like Respiratory Tract Infections
Cost savings could include reductions in respiratory tract infections, antibiotic prescriptions, and sick days.
CDC: Updated Influenza Vaccination Recommendations for 2019-2020
The ACIP has issued new guidelines for the prevention and control of seasonal influenza with vaccines for the 2019–2020 season.
Pediatric Influenza Vaccine Guidelines Updated for 2019-2020 Season
Any form of licensed, age-appropriate influenza vaccine is acceptable, with no preferred formulation or product.
High-Dose, Quadrivalent Influenza B Vaccine Is safe and Immunogenic
Compared with the standard-dose influenza vaccine, a high-dose quadrivalent inactivated influenza vaccine, GC3114, may provide a more effective influenza vaccine option for the elderly population.
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