The Long Quest for a Universal Flu Vaccine Finally Takes Its First Steps
The search for a shot that could protect us against many strains—and maybe a pandemic—is notching achievements at last. But the flu’s endless mutation ..
The search for a shot that could protect us against many strains—and maybe a pandemic—is notching achievements at last. But the flu’s endless mutation ..
A study of bones held in a Cleveland museum reveals a new side to the pandemic’s story—and a new way to think about pandemics to come. ..
Avian influenza can wipe out entire poultry flocks. An early experiment with Crispr suggests that gene editing can protect chickens against infection. ..
Covid seems to spike twice a year—but unlike flu season, not in a predictable pattern. That could be due to the virus, the environment, or the people ..
Avian influenza has killed millions of birds. Shots to prevent it already exist. Why isn’t the entire poultry industry using them? ..
Scientists say a mild Covid infection increased immune benefits from a later flu vaccine, but with a biological twist. ..
Internet-connected thermometers can quickly show how influenza is spreading—so measures to control the disease can be targeted more effectively. ..
For the past two years, social distancing kept seasonal viruses at bay. Now they’re roaring back. ..
Lab programs are closing. Home testing has shrunk the pool of publicly reported data. Will we still see the next surge before it arrives? ..
More than 27 million birds have died or been slaughtered, and wild birds are dying too. Without a shot, farmers have to rely on vigilance and culling their ..