Biopharmaceuticals
A recent cluster randomized trial conducted during the 2008-2009 season in Canada has provided insight into the mechanism behind influenza vaccination. The study, led by researchers at McMaster University, measured the proportion of protection against influenza mediated through antibodies and other immune mechanisms. The findings suggest that influenza vaccination may
Eggs (Food)
Researchers compared the effectiveness of cell- and egg-based quadrivalent influenza vaccines (QIVc and QIVe, respectively) in preventing test-confirmed influenza over three US influenza seasons (2017-2020). The study, conducted by the Center for Outcomes Research, found that QIVc demonstrated superior effectiveness in preventing test-confirmed influenza in children and adults, with relative
Influenza viruses
GE Healthcare has been chosen by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to supply extensive surveillance data for H1N1 and seasonal influenza activity across the United States. Every 24 hours, GE Healthcare reports information gathered from its nationwide electronic database of nearly 14 million patient records to help
Influenza viruses
In preparation for what is expected to be a busy flu season, Barnes Distribution has assembled a comprehensive Cold and Flu Flyer featuring 32 products to help businesses keep their workers healthy. The six-page document includes a range of products, such as hand soaps and sanitizers, face masks, nitrile gloves,
Influenza
The U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the Jim Henson Company, have created a special episode of the popular PBS KIDS show "Sid the Science Kid" to educate children about the science behind flu vaccinations. The
Influenza
Practice Fusion Inc., a web-based electronic health record (EHR) provider, has implemented a groundbreaking tool that allows its physician-users to quickly and accurately identify patients who are eligible for the H1N1 vaccination based on criteria published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This innovative solution was developed
Influenza
Connexin Software has delivered an expedited update of its Office Practicum pediatric Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to support the administration and billing of the H1N1 vaccine. The update is in response to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) guidance that children should be the first
Influenza
Arizona State University is partnering with Allviant Corporation to utilize its CarePass technology for health and wellness communications and services. The CarePass pilot program aims to empower employees and students with tools to manage their healthcare relationships. Key Takeaways: * The CarePass pilot program at Arizona State University will utilize the
Influenza viruses
As the country bracing for the upcoming flu season, outpatient facilities are struggling to prepare for the unpredictable threat of a severe pandemic. With the World Health Organization declaring the current pandemic, medical facilities around the country are racing to get ready for a surge of patients, staff shortages, and
Influenza viruses
Seegene today released a new influenza A sub-type screening test, Seeplex(R) FluA ACE Subtyping, which enables simultaneous detection of pandemic novel influenza A (H1N1), seasonal human influenza A H1, seasonal human influenza A H3, and avian influenza A H5 in a single reaction. The test is based on the
Influenza viruses
Israeli health officials have been anticipating a significant outbreak of the A/H1N1 influenza virus this winter, with projections suggesting that up to one quarter of the population, or over 1.5 million individuals, could contract the virus, potentially resulting in around 700 deaths. To mitigate this risk, the Israeli
Influenza viruses
CSL Biotherapies, a leading manufacturer of thimerosal-free seasonal influenza vaccine, has initiated shipment of its seasonal influenza virus vaccine to U.S. distributors for the 2009-2010 season. The company plans to deliver over eight million doses of the vaccine, primarily in single-dose, thimerosal-free, pre-filled syringes. This early delivery demonstrates CSL
