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Europe's Flu Season Peaks Early—Here's How to Feel Better
Health & WellnessJan 20

Europe's Flu Season Peaks Early—Here's How to Feel Better

Millions across Europe faced an unusually early flu wave this winter, but health experts say simple, science-backed strategies can ease symptoms and speed recovery. No fancy remedies needed—just warm drinks, rest, and a few smart choices.

Euronews2 min read
Doctors Debunk Flu Shot Myth Believed by 30% of Americans
Health & WellnessJan 22

Doctors Debunk Flu Shot Myth Believed by 30% of Americans

Nearly one in three Americans wrongly believe the flu shot can give them the flu, but doctors are setting the record straight with science-backed facts. The confusion stems from mild side effects that actually prove the vaccine is working.

Fox News Health2 min read
FDA Approves Review of First mRNA Flu Vaccine
Health & WellnessFeb 20

FDA Approves Review of First mRNA Flu Vaccine

The FDA reversed its decision and will now review Moderna's groundbreaking mRNA flu vaccine, marking a potential leap forward in flu prevention. This could bring the same technology that revolutionized COVID vaccines to seasonal flu shots.

Google News - Business2 min read
Moderna's mRNA Flu Shot Outperforms Standard Vaccine by 27%
Health & WellnessMay 7

Moderna's mRNA Flu Shot Outperforms Standard Vaccine by 27%

A groundbreaking trial shows Moderna's new mRNA flu vaccine is 27% more effective than traditional flu shots, offering hope for better protection during flu season. The technology's faster production could mean vaccines that better match circulating strains.

Google News - Health3 min read
Doctors Share 5 Easy Ways to Beat Winter Flu
Health & WellnessJan 21

Doctors Share 5 Easy Ways to Beat Winter Flu

Winter brings more than cozy sweaters and hot cocoa. Senior doctors reveal simple, science-backed habits that can protect you from seasonal flu and pneumonia this year.

Google News - Health2 min read
Moderna's Flu Vaccine Outperforms Standard Shot in Trial
Health & WellnessMay 8

Moderna's Flu Vaccine Outperforms Standard Shot in Trial

A new flu vaccine using the same technology that powered COVID shots just proved more effective than traditional options in a 40,000-person study. The breakthrough could reshape how we protect ourselves from seasonal flu.

Regional: singapore breakthrough (SG)2 min read
FDA Panel Backs Moderna's New mRNA Flu Vaccine
Health & WellnessJun 19

FDA Panel Backs Moderna's New mRNA Flu Vaccine

A new type of flu shot using mRNA technology just cleared a major hurdle, bringing us closer to better protection against seasonal flu. The same groundbreaking approach that powered COVID vaccines could soon help millions stay healthier each winter.

STAT News2 min read
FDA Backs Next Year's Flu Shot Despite Vaccine Tensions
SolutionsMar 14

FDA Backs Next Year's Flu Shot Despite Vaccine Tensions

An FDA committee greenlighted next year's flu vaccine formulation this week, maintaining the proven update process while vaccine policy debates swirl in Washington. The decision keeps Americans on track for seasonal flu protection.

STAT News2 min read
FDA Will Review Moderna's mRNA Flu Vaccine After All
Health & WellnessFeb 19

FDA Will Review Moderna's mRNA Flu Vaccine After All

After rejecting Moderna's flu vaccine application just a week ago, the FDA reversed course and will now review the promising mRNA shot. The new technology could revolutionize how we protect ourselves from seasonal flu.

Scientific American2 min read
Vitamin D Cuts Flu Hospitalization Risk by 33%
Health & WellnessJan 25

Vitamin D Cuts Flu Hospitalization Risk by 33%

New research shows people with low vitamin D face 33% higher hospitalization rates for respiratory infections. The discovery offers a simple way to strengthen your immune system during flu season.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
First Combined COVID and Flu Vaccine Approved in EU
Health & WellnessFeb 28

First Combined COVID and Flu Vaccine Approved in EU

Getting vaccinated just got simpler for millions. European regulators approved the world's first single-shot vaccine that protects against both COVID-19 and seasonal flu for people 50 and older.

Google News - Health2 min read
FDA Panel Backs First mRNA Flu Vaccine for Adults 50+
Health & WellnessJun 19

FDA Panel Backs First mRNA Flu Vaccine for Adults 50+

An FDA advisory committee unanimously recommended approval for the first mRNA flu vaccine, marking a major breakthrough that could save thousands of lives and make flu shots faster to produce. The same technology that powered COVID vaccines is now set to revolutionize flu prevention.

Google News - Business3 min read
First Generic Flu Pill Approved for Single-Dose Treatment
Health & WellnessJun 19

First Generic Flu Pill Approved for Single-Dose Treatment

The FDA just approved the first generic version of a one-dose flu treatment that works for anyone over five years old. This game-changing medication could make fighting the flu simpler and more affordable for millions of families.

Google: new treatment approved2 min read
Queensland Kids Get Needle-Free Flu Vaccine
Health & WellnessMay 19

Queensland Kids Get Needle-Free Flu Vaccine

Queensland has expanded its free nasal spray flu vaccine program to cover all children ages 6 to 17, making it easier for families to protect their kids without needles. The move comes as officials rush to use expiring vaccine stocks before winter arrives.

ABC Australia2 min read
FDA Panel Backs New mRNA Flu Shot After Policy Reversal
Health & WellnessJun 19

FDA Panel Backs New mRNA Flu Shot After Policy Reversal

A new flu vaccine that works 27% better than standard shots won unanimous support from FDA advisors, marking a comeback after political interference nearly blocked its review. The mRNA platform could transform how we fight future flu pandemics.

Ars Technica2 min read
FDA Panel Backs First mRNA Flu Shot for Older Americans
Health & WellnessJun 19

FDA Panel Backs First mRNA Flu Shot for Older Americans

A breakthrough flu vaccine using the same technology that helped end the COVID-19 pandemic just cleared a major hurdle, potentially offering faster protection for millions of seniors. The FDA's expert panel unanimously recommended approval of Moderna's mRNA flu shot for Americans over 50.

Google News - Business3 min read
Scientists Discover How to Block Flu Before It Enters Cells
Health & WellnessJun 3

Scientists Discover How to Block Flu Before It Enters Cells

University of Vermont researchers accidentally discovered that different flu viruses use different strategies to enter human cells, opening the door to new prevention treatments. The finding could lead to medications that stop flu infections before they start.

Google News - Health Breakthrough2 min read
Nasal Spray Protects Against All Flu Strains in Trial
Health & WellnessFeb 5

Nasal Spray Protects Against All Flu Strains in Trial

A twice-daily nasal spray could shield people from any type of flu virus, including pandemic strains that jump from animals to humans. Early human trials show the antibody spray works safely and reaches the exact spot where flu enters our bodies.

New Scientist2 min read
Nasal Spray Vaccine Blocks Bird Flu in Lab Animals
Health & WellnessJan 30

Nasal Spray Vaccine Blocks Bird Flu in Lab Animals

Scientists at Washington University have created a nose spray vaccine that completely protected mice and hamsters from bird flu infection, offering hope for preventing the next pandemic. The vaccine works better than traditional flu shots and stays effective even in people who've had previous flu vaccines.

Medical Xpress3 min read
FDA Reverses Decision, Will Review Moderna's mRNA Flu Shot
Health & WellnessFeb 19

FDA Reverses Decision, Will Review Moderna's mRNA Flu Shot

After an unexpected rejection last week, the FDA has reversed course and agreed to review Moderna's new mRNA flu vaccine. Seniors could have a new option to protect against the flu by late 2026.

Ars Technica2 min read

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