The Latest Breaking News from Influenza

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.

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.

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.

This comes on the heels of one of California’s deadliest flu seasons

The United States has de-emphasized infectious disease programming in favor of prioritizing chronic disease.

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.

A new Cleveland Clinic study misses key aspects of the vaccine’s effectiveness, sparking public questions.

People are being urged to take influenza and other respiratory diseases seriously and get vaccinated before cold weather arrives.

Learn interesting facts about the flu, a viral infection that targets the respiratory system.