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Maia Knight Reveals Ongoing Health Struggles for Her 8‑Month‑Old After Flu
entertainment14 days ago

Maia Knight Reveals Ongoing Health Struggles for Her 8‑Month‑Old After Flu

Maia Knight posted a TikTok update about her 8‑month‑old son, who tested positive for Influenza A in late 2025 and has since battled lingering symptoms, including vomiting when solids were reintroduced and a possible RSV; a trip during which he had trouble breathing led to a 911 call, and doctors have ruled out pyloric stenosis while suggesting the GI issues may be virus‑related. She admits ongoing anxiety but remains hopeful as she tries to figure out what’s going on.

via Yahoo News New Zealand|
#entertainment#infant-health#influenza-a
Flu Surge in Boise and Beyond Raises Holiday Health Concerns
health3 months ago

Flu Surge in Boise and Beyond Raises Holiday Health Concerns

Flu cases are rapidly increasing in the Boise area and southern Idaho, with the CDC reporting high activity levels and a predominance of influenza A. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination and preventive measures, as the flu season peaks and severe cases, including hospitalizations and a death, are reported. It is not too late to get vaccinated to reduce severity and prevent complications.

via Idaho Statesman|
#boise#flu-surge#flu-vaccination
Pennsylvania Resident Hospitalized with Novel H1N2v Swine Flu
health2 years ago

Pennsylvania Resident Hospitalized with Novel H1N2v Swine Flu

A Pennsylvania resident has been hospitalized after contracting swine flu from infected pigs, marking the first pig-to-human transmission this year. The CDC reported that the patient has since recovered, and there have been no reports of person-to-person transmission. Swine flu, caused by influenza A H1N2 variant, is typically endemic among pigs but rarely infects humans. The CDC advises people to avoid direct contact with pigs and to monitor them for signs of illness to prevent the spread of the zoonotic disease.

via Daily Mail|
#cdc#health#influenza-a
"Century-Old Vaccine Unveils Surprising Flu Prevention Power"
health-and-science2 years ago

"Century-Old Vaccine Unveils Surprising Flu Prevention Power"

Researchers at McGill University Health Centre have discovered that the century-old tuberculosis vaccine, BCG, also provides protection against influenza A, potentially influencing future vaccine development and offering broader virus defense, including against COVID-19. The study, published in Nature Immunology, revealed a previously unknown mechanism that extends the vaccine's shield to combat the most prevalent flu strain, paving the way for further research on its potential to prevent other emergent viruses.

via SciTechDaily|
#bcg-vaccine#flu-prevention#health-and-science
"Breakthrough Antibodies Revolutionize Flu Virus Defense"
health2 years ago

"Breakthrough Antibodies Revolutionize Flu Virus Defense"

Scientists have discovered a new class of antibodies in human blood that can neutralize different types of the flu virus, potentially leading to the development of broadly protective vaccines against seasonal flu. These antibodies target multiple forms of the influenza A virus, including subtypes H1N1 and H3N2, and have the potential to provide broad protection against different strains of the virus. This discovery could pave the way for more effective flu vaccines that do not need to be updated annually.

via Livescience.com|
#antibodies#broad-protection#flu