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Flu in epidemic proportions over parts of the U.S., PF Patients, others with Chronic Lung Disease at 2.5 times higher risk of hospitalization due to flu CULVER CITY, Calif., Jan. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis (CPF) announced today it is joining forces with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in spreading the word to Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF) patients, families and caregivers about the need for immunizations, most urgently, the flu shot....
Connie K. Ho for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online Scientists from the University of Texas-Austin (UTA) recently revealed that they have been able to develop 61 new strains of genetically engineered bacteria that could boost the effectiveness of vaccines for diseases such as cholera, HPV, the flu, and pertussis. The findings on these strains of E. coli were featured in a recent edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. These strains of E. coli are part of a new...
During this horrendous flu season, seniors need to be especially cautious. Being mindful of a few simple things, including some age-old advice, can make a big difference in keeping that nasty flu far, far away. Des Moines, IA (PRWEB) January 15, 2013 Compared to the younger crowd, aging Americans need to be extra careful, especially during this horrendous flu season, about staying healthy. As we grow older, our immune response is reduced, and the likelihood of catching something goes up....
CLEVELAND, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cough and cold season has turned into flu season much faster than most experts had anticipated, with a majority of states reporting widespread outbreaks of influenza. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 47 states are reporting widespread levels of influenza-like illness activity, indicating high levels of activity in each state. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click:...
DALLAS, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- While many public health departments and hospitals are experiencing a surge in demand for flu shots, Concentra, a subsidiary of Humana Inc., is reporting an available quantity of flu vaccines available at its 330 national Concentra Urgent Care medical centers. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120529/MM15008LOGO) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that 47 states are experiencing widespread flu activity, and...
Fewer than Half of Americans Vaccinated for Flu Last Season WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new review of flu vaccination trends and policies issued by the Trust for America's Health (TFAH) found fewer than half of Americans ages 6 months and older were vaccinated against the flu in the last two flu season (2010-11 and 2011-12). For the first time during the 2010-11 flu season, CDC recommended that all Americans ages 6 months and older receive the flu...
SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- This is one of the most severe flu seasons in years. States of emergency have been issued in many cities, and hospitals are overflowing with the worst outbreak in recent history. As opposed to in the past though, consumers seem to be trying to cope with coughs and colds by opting for natural versus drug-based products. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130115/NY42674) According to A.C. Nielsen data for the twelve weeks...
BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The best protection against flu is a strong, responsive immune system. Vaccines work best because they "educate" the immune system to immediately combat viruses to prevent flu. Dietary supplements like Airborne Defense®, EmergenC® and Epicor® claim to help strengthen and balance the immune system. GermBullet® Inhalation Blend helps by reducing the number of viruses that your immune system must fight....
IFIT antiviral protein recognizes foreign RNA and blocks viral infections Researchers at McGill University and the Research Center for Molecular Medicine (CeMM) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences have discovered the molecular blueprint behind the IFIT protein. This key protein enables the human immune system to detect viruses and prevent infection by acting as foot soldiers guarding the body against infection. They recognize foreign viral ribonucleic acid (RNA) produced by the virus and...
redOrbit Staff & Wire Reports – Your Universe Online A statewide public health emergency was declared by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Saturday, one day after federal health officials declared the flu outbreak has officially reached epidemic proportions in the US. According to Reuters reporter Colleen Jenkins, the declaration means pharmacists can now administer vaccinations to more people. Cuomo’s office reported in New York alone, more than 19,000 cases of influenza had...
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Virology Journal is an open-access peer-reviewed medical journal published by BioMed Central. It covers research related to viruses and the prevention of viral infection (including vaccination, the use of antiviral agents, and gene therapy). Virology Journal was established in 2004 and is edited by Robert F. Garry. The goal of the journal is to cover rapid communications amongst virologists. The journal has not been published without controversy, however. On 21, July 2010, the journal...
Chlamydophila psittaci is a lethal intracellular bacterial species that causes endemic avian chlamydiosis, epizootic outbreaks in mammals, and respiratory psittacosis in humans. It can be transmitted through inhalation, contact, or ingestions among birds and mammals. It generally starts with flu-like symptoms and becomes a life-threatening pneumonia. Many stay dormant until activated by stress. Birds are great vectors of the disease since they are highly mobile and feed on infected animals....
West Nile virus (WNV) is a virus of the family Flaviviridae. It is part of the Japanese encephalitis antigenic complex of viruses and is found in both tropical and temperate regions. It primarily infects birds but can infect humans, horses, dogs, cats, bats, and other mammals. Humans are generally infected through the bites of mosquitoes and about 90% of West Nile Virus infections are without symptoms. The virion is 45-60 nm and covered with a relatively smooth protein surface. It is...
A virus is a small infectious agent that replicates inside the living cells of organisms. It is a small infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of organisms. Most are too small to be seen by anything but a microscope and they infect all organisms from animals to plants to bacteria. The first one discovered was the tobacco virus in 1898. Since then around 5,000 viruses have been described in detail although there are millions of different types. They are found in...
Monkeypox virus causes monkeypox in both humans and animals. It was first found in 1958 in macaque monkeys that were being used as laboratory animals. The monkeys are often used for neurological experiments. The virus is typically found in rainforest regions of central and West Africa. It was first discovered in 1970 in humans and from 1970 to 1986 there were over 400 cases reported in humans. The main infection route was through contact with infected animals and their bodily fluids. The...
