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H1N1 fears worse than virus, expert says

CBC | Health — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:54:39 +0100

In the year since the first human case of H1N1 influenza was diagnosed in Mexico, public health efforts worldwide focusing on a vaccination campaign have increasingly come under question. (Source: CBC | Health)

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AP: NASA, Royal Caribbean, Wall Street banks got flu shots

USATODAY.com Health — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:49:35 +0100

Last fall, as swine flu cases mounted and parents desperately sought to protect their kids, the hard-to-get vaccine was handed ... (Source: USATODAY.com Health)

Fergus On Flu

BBC News | Health | UK Edition — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:57:52 +0100

Latest swine flu vaccine uptake figures (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)

Pregnant women wanted for N.B. H1N1 study

CBC | Health — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:42:48 +0100

New Brunswick's Department of Health is looking to study women who were pregnant during last fall's H1N1 vaccination regime to examine their attitudes surrounding whether they decided to get immunized. (Source: CBC | Health)

Football fans urged to get swine flu jabs

Nursing Times Breaking News — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:02:00 +0100

Football fans heading to the World Cup in South Africa are being urged to have swine flu vaccinations to protect themselves during the country’s flu season. (Source: Nursing Times Breaking News)

Pandemic H1N1 (2009) swine flu vaccines can now be used for travellers to the Southern Hemisphere

NeLM - News — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Source: Department of Health Area: News The Director of Immunisation has written to GPs to inform them that the H1N1 (2009) swine flu vaccine can be provided for protection of travellers to Southern Hemisphere countries during their influenza season. The swine flu vaccine can be given to reduce the risk of people travelling to these countries catching swine flu whilst abroad and bringing the virus back. This is in accordance with advice from the Joint Committee for Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), as outlined in a previous letter from the Department of Health (18/02/10 - see below). The Southern Hemisphere influenza season is expected to start shortly - further information on this is available from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (website: ww...

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Pandemic H1N1 vaccine uptake figures for England by SHA and PCT

NeLM - News — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Source: Department of Health Area: News The Department of Health has published preliminary data on swine flu vaccinations given up to 28 February 2010 at the SHA and PCT/Trust levels, to both patients and front line healthcare workers. Please see the link below for details. (Source: NeLM - News)

EU recommendations for the seasonal influenza vaccine composition for the season 2010/2011

NeLM - News — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Source: EMEA Area: News Having considered information on international surveillance, the CHMP BWP Ad hoc Influenza Working Group has recommended that the WHO recommendation on the composition of influenza vaccines for 2010/2011 should be followed. This is a trivalent vaccine an A/California/7/2009 (H1N1)-like virus, an A/Perth/16/2009 (H3N2)-like virus, and a B/Brisbane/60/2008-like virus. The acceptable strains for the purpose of manufacture are listed; please see the link below for details. (Source: NeLM - News)

AP Enterprise: NASA, Cruise Line Got Flu Shots

WDSU.com - Health — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:41:12 +0100

Last fall, as swine flu cases mounted and parents desperately sought to protect their kids, the hard-to-get vaccine was handed out in some surprising places: the Royal Caribbean cruise line, the headquarters of drug giant Merck, the Johnson Space Center and a Department of Energy office in Idaho. (Source: WDSU.com - Health)

No Full Record Of Where All H1N1 Vaccine Went

WDSU.com - Health — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:31:27 +0100

World Cup travellers urged to get swine flu jab

BBC News | Health | UK Edition — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:35:56 +0100

Football fans travelling to the World Cup in South Africa should be vaccinated against swine flu, the Department of Health has warned. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)

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Scottish GPs set for QOF threshold drop after vaccination success

HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:14:00 +0100

Scottish practices are set to receive relaxed QOF thresholds after achieving higher swine flu vaccine uptake rate than last year's seasonal flu vaccine. (Source: HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News)

Vaccination coverage of Greek paediatric healthcare workers against seasonal and A/H1N1 influenza

Acta Paediatrica — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

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TB cases still on the rise across most of the UK

OnMedica Latest News — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Experts call for greater vigilance to curb rise in infection ratesRelated items from OnMedicaSwine flu cases fall but jabs must continueGovernment offers health workers swine flu vaccineStress in pregnancy may raise asthma riskLow IQ second strongest predictor of heart diseaseUnder-25s risk chlamydia through embarrassment (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Swine flu threat to children 'not taken seriously'

Pulse — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:17:00 +0100

Medical leaders have been accused of not taking the threat to young children from swine flu seriously enough, as time runs out for parents to have their under-fives vaccinated. (Source: Pulse)

Swine flu threat to children 'not taken seriously'

Pulse — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:17:00 +0100

Medical leaders have been accused of not taking the threat to young children from swine flu seriously enough, as time runs out for parents to have their under-fives vaccinated. (Source: Pulse)

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Vitamin D supplements and flu

NHS News Feed — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:27:00 +0100

Conclusion This randomised controlled trial of 430 schoolchildren found that taking daily vitamin D supplements for the four winter months reduced children’s risk of being diagnosed with seasonal flu compared to taking an inactive tablet. There are a few important points: The Times headline, “Vitamin D better than vaccines”, is misleading, as it implies that the vitamin has been trialled against vaccines. It has only been compared with an inactive placebo drug, so there is no evidence that the vitamin is more effective than seasonal flu vaccines or any other vaccine, including the swine flu vaccine. Subgroup analyses found that there were some differences in the effect of vitamin D depending on certain characteristics, such as if the child had never taken supplements before, or...

Interim Results: Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccination Coverage -- United States, October-December 2009

Medscape Today Headlines — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:04:29 +0100

The vast majority of US adults at increased risk for complications from swine flu remains unvaccinated despite ample vaccine supply. Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

Health Departments Still Fighting H1N1 — and Apathy

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +0100

On a recent Sunday morning, the Rev. Angelo Kyle delivered his usual boisterously spiritual shot in the arm at St. Matthew Missionary Baptist Church in Waukegan, then many members of the small congregation chose to receive a literal one -- from three nurses who had come to vaccinate them. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

Serologic survey of swine workers for exposure to H2N3 swine influenza A

Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Conclusions These data do not support the hypothesis that swine workers were infected with the emergent swine H2N3 influenza A virus. (Source: Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses)

Preliminary H1N1 Vaccine Surveillance Report Released

American Academy of Neurology — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:55:00 +0100

Throughout the 2009–2010 flu season, the AAN and CDC have conducted a collaborative surveillance effort to determine incidence of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) following H1N1 vaccination nationwide. (Source: American Academy of Neurology)

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Scottish GPs hit swine flu vaccination targets

Pulse — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:30:00 +0100

Thousands of GPs in Scotland are set to qualify for relaxed patient experience QOF thresholds after achieving an average 53.2% uptake for swine flu vaccination at-risk patients under-65, exceeding the Government’s target of 50.7%. (Source: Pulse)

'Coughs and sneezes' crippling NHS

OnMedica Latest News — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Campaign group says patients with trivial ailments must be educated to care for themselvesRelated items from OnMedicaMassive rise in demand for NHS DirectGPs to spearhead swine flu mass vaccinationRoutine cervical screening saves lives in older womenSteep rise in Down's syndrome pregnanciesNational Flu Pandemic Service launched (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Cellular immune responses to recurring influenza strains have limited boosting ability and limited cross-reactivity to other strains

Clinical Microbiology and Infection — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Clin Microbiol Infect Influenza vaccine provides protection against infection with matched strains, and this protection correlates with serum antibody titres. In addition to antibodies, influenza-specific CD8+ T-lymphocyte responses are important in decreasing disease severity and facilitating viral clearance. Because this response is directed at internal, relatively conserved antigens, it affords some cross-protection within a given subtype of influenza virus. With the possibility of a broader A(H1N1) Mexico outbreak in the fall of 2009, it appeared worthwhile studying the degree of cellular immune response-mediated cross-reactivity among influenza virus isolates. The composition of the 2006[ndash]2007 influenza vaccine included the A/New Caledonia/20/1999 strain (comprising a virus that ...

Pandemic H1N1 2009 (swine flu) and pregnancy

Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:07:39 +0100

Abstract: H1N1 pandemic influenza is a novel strain of the influenza A virus. It is widely known as swine flu. Most people affected by the virus, including pregnant women, suffer a mild viral illness, and make a full recovery. The median duration of illness is around seven days. This influenza typically affects the younger age group i.e. from the ages of 5–65 years but the age groups of below 5 years and above 65 are particularly prone to severe complications. Pregnant women, because of their altered immunity and physiological adaptations, are at higher risk of developing pulmonary complications, especially in the third trimester. Antiviral drugs are effective against the virus and are not contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Vaccines have now been developed and are offered to...

Potential Pandemic H1N1 Mismatches Raise Concern

Recombinomics — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:42:08 +0100

The commentary discusses potential mismatch with the 2009 pandemic vaccine. (03/15/10 11:45) (Source: Recombinomics)

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CMO issues swansong child fitness plea

OnMedica Latest News — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In his final report Sir Liam Donaldson warns of health risks as 'inactivity pervades the country'Related items from OnMedicaNew TV fitness campaign urges 'switch off the TV'GPs to spearhead swine flu mass vaccinationTV campaign uses shock tactics to tackle binge drinkingGPs back smoking crackdown plansRoutine cervical screening saves lives in older women (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Chief Medical Officer issues swansong child fitness plea

OnMedica Latest News — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Sir Liam Donaldson warns of health risks as 'inactivity pervades the country'Related items from OnMedicaNew TV fitness campaign urges 'switch off the TV'GPs to spearhead swine flu mass vaccinationTV campaign uses shock tactics to tackle binge drinkingGPs back smoking crackdown plansRoutine cervical screening saves lives in older women (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Assessing the burden of paediatric influenza in Europe: the European Paediatric Influenza Analysis (EPIA) project

European Journal of Pediatrics — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:27:12 +0100

Abstract The European Paediatric Influenza Analysis (EPIA) project is a multi-country project that was created to collect, analyse and present data regarding the paediatric influenza burden in European countries, with the purpose of providing the necessary information to make evidence-based decisions regarding influenza immunisation recommendations for children. The initial approach taken is based on existing weekly virological and age-specific influenza-like illness (ILI) data from surveillance networks across Europe. We use a multiple regression model guided by longitudinal weekly patterns of influenza virus to attribute the weekly ILI consultation incidence pattern to each influenza (sub)type, while controlling for the effect of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) epidemi...

Epidemic of Vitamin D deficiency sweeping the world

NaturalNews.com — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:00:00 +0100

(NaturalNews) There is an epidemic of vitamin D deficiency sweeping across our modern world, and it's an epidemic of such depth and seriousness that it makes the H1N1 swine flu epidemic look like a case of the sniffles by comparison. Vitamin D deficiency is not only alarmingly widespread, it's also a root cause of many other serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis and heart disease.A new study published in the March, 2010 issue of the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that a jaw-dropping 59 percent of the population is vitamin D deficient. In addition, nearly 25 percent of the study subjects were found to have extremely low levels of vitamin D.Lead author of the study, Dr. Richard Kremer at the McGill University Health Center, said "Abnormal levels of v...

2009 H1N1 Influenza and its Impact on People with Chronic Medical Conditions: Questions and Answers

PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0100

The January 12, 2010 National Influenza Vaccination Week Webinar featured Dr. Nicole Lurie with the US Department of Health and Human Services; Dr. Anthony Fiore with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Dr. Otis Webb Brawley with American Cancer Society; Christine Tobin with American Diabetes Association; and Mary Partridge with the American Lung Association. (Source: PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases)

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Quebec swine flu campaign cost nearly $146M

CTV Health — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:51:59 +0100

Quebec's public health institute says the H1N1 vaccination campaign last fall cost nearly $146 million, but they added that the price tag was lower than expected. (Source: CTV Health)

Pharmacy Swine Flu Trial Moves Into Phase II - Pharmaceutical Society Of Australia

Health News from Medical News Today — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0100

The first phase of a swine flu vaccination program trial conducted in Tasmania by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and the Department of Health and Human Services has proved popular with the community. Phase II of the pandemic vaccination program will now be rolled out to allow pharmacy-based clinics to support other elements of the swine flu vaccination program. During Phase I last month, more than 2500 patients were vaccinated at five pharmacies by nurse immunisers in just one week... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Pharmacy Swine Flu Trial Moves Into Phase II - Pharmaceutical Society Of Australia

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0100

The first phase of a swine flu vaccination program trial conducted in Tasmania by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and the Department of Health and Human Services has proved popular with the community. Phase II of the pandemic vaccination program will now be rolled out to allow pharmacy-based clinics to support other elements of the swine flu vaccination program... (Source: Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today)

INFLUENZA A H1N1 2009 MONOVALENT VACCINE LIVE INTRANASALspray [MedImmune, LLC]

DailyMed Drug Label Updates for the last seven days (since May 20, 2007 EST) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:00:00 +0100

Updated Date: Mar 11, 2010 EST (Source: DailyMed Drug Label Updates for the last seven days (since May 20, 2007 EST))

Continual seasonal influenza vaccinations for the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.

Clinical and Vaccine Immunology — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Authors: Qin CF, Jiang T, Han JF, Li XF, Qin ED, Leng QB Since April, 2009, a new influenza A/H1N1 virus has emerged and spread over the world.... PMID: 20219879 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Clinical and Vaccine Immunology)

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Vaccination, squalene and anti-squalene antibodies: Facts or fiction?

European Journal of Internal Medicine — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:37:01 +0100

Authors: Lippi G, Targher G, Franchini M Squalene, a hydrocarbon obtained for commercial purposes primarily from shark liver oil and other botanic sources, is increasingly used as an immunologic adjuvant in several vaccines, including seasonal and the novel influenza A (H1N1) 2009 pandemic flu vaccines. Nearly a decade ago, squalene was supposed to be the experimental anthrax vaccine ingredient that caused the onset of Persian Gulf War syndrome in many veterans, since antibodies to squalene were detected in the blood of most patients affected by this syndrome. This evidence has raised a widespread concern about the safety of squalene containing adjuvants (especially MF59) of influenza vaccines. Nevertheless, further clinical evidence clearly suggested that squalene is poorly immunogeni...

H1N1 G158E Low Reactors In Japan Raise Vaccine Concerns

Recombinomics — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:47:54 +0100

The commentary discusses two H1N1 low reactors in Japan. (03/09/10 6:58) (Source: Recombinomics)

Influenza and the Immune System 2010

Videocast - All Events — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:25:00 +0100

The H1N1 Pandemic has generated intense interest in the interaction of influenza viruses and the human immune system. This one day meeting will cover such topics as pathogenesis and disease, host factors required for virus replication, immune responses and evasion, and vaccines. Confirmed speakers include Nobel Prize recipient Peter Doherty, Brian Murphy (NIAID), Megan Shaw (Mount Sinai)and Philip Dormitzer (Novartis). A full agenda will be sent shortly. Please reserve the date. http://web.ncifcrf.gov/events/CHI/default.aspAir date: 4/9/2010 8:00:00 AM (Source: Videocast - All Events)

H1N1 Virus Appears to Have Ended in Anti-Climax

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:40:09 +0100

The nearly year-old H1N1 influenza pandemic that disproportionately affected children and mobilized millions to line up for vaccination seems to have finally abated, and officials estimate that it has killed fewer people than die even in a typical flu season. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

NOVAVAX Completes Enrollment Of Pivotal H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Clinical Trial In Mexico

Health News from Medical News Today — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0100

Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) announced that the enrollment of over 3,500 subjects in Mexico has been completed in Stage B of its pivotal 2009 H1N1 virus-like-particle (VLP) pandemic influenza vaccine study. With the 1,000 subjects already enrolled in Stage A of the trial, the enrollment in this pivotal trial is now complete with over 4,500 subjects. In this Stage B of Novavax's pivotal study of H1N1 influenza vaccine candidate, a cohort of 3,500 healthy volunteers aged 18 to 64 years old were enrolled... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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NOVAVAX Completes Enrollment Of Pivotal H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Clinical Trial In Mexico

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0100

Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) announced that the enrollment of over 3,500 subjects in Mexico has been completed in Stage B of its pivotal 2009 H1N1 virus-like-particle (VLP) pandemic influenza vaccine study. With the 1,000 subjects already enrolled in Stage A of the trial, the enrollment in this pivotal trial is now complete with over 4,500 subjects... (Source: Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today)

Prior infection with classical swine H1N1 influenza viruses is associated with protective immunity to the 2009 pandemic H1N1 virus

Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Conclusions These findings indicate that in experimental animals recently induced immunity to 1918-derived H1N1 seasonal influenza viruses, and to a 1976 swine influenza virus, afford a degree of protection against the 2009 pandemic virus. Implications of these findings are discussed in the context of accumulating data suggesting partial protection of older persons during the 2009 pandemic. (Source: Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses)

NEW: American College Health Association (ACHA) Influenza Vaccination Letter

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:00:00 +0100

This is a letter developed jointly by the American College Health Association (ACHA) and CDC intended for distribution to colleges and universities across the country prior to Spring Break. The message to students is: Don't let influenza spoil your plans for Spring Break. Take the opportunity to get vaccinated before leaving for Spring Break and protect yourself, friends and family against 2009 H1N1 flu. (Source: CDC Swine Flu Updates)

Biggest Swine Flu Regret for US: Vaccine Chaos

Medscape Medical News Headlines — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:04:16 +0100

First, people were clamoring for H1N1 vaccines, but there were not enough to go around. By the time vaccines were available in any quantity, most of the public had lost interest. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

CDC On D225G In Egg Isolates Raises H1N1 Vaccine Concerns

Recombinomics — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:58:03 +0100

The commentary discusses CDC conclusion that D225G detected in egg isolates is a lab artifact. (03/07/10 14:58) (Source: Recombinomics)

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Letter of the Week: Why not stop swine flu vaccine in children now?

Pulse Today Clinical Updates — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:25:00 +0100

The decision by the Department of Health to simply abandon the under-fives swine flu vaccination programme begs more questions than it answers (‘Government scraps swine flu vaccination campaign for under-fives’). (Source: Pulse Today Clinical Updates)

H1N1 protection added to next season's flu shots

American Medical News - PROFESSION — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0100

A CDC advisory panel recommends nearly everyone in the U.S. receive the new enhanced vaccine. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION)

Biotec Visions 2010, March-April.

Biotechnology Journal — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Authors: News: Attraction of adipose tissue - Swine flu vaccine from insectcells - MicroRNA in multiple sclerosis - Proteomic detection of adenoma - Systematic engineering for arsenic removal - Bacterial cellulose to make blood vessels - The recipe for primordial soup: acid or bitter, hot or warm - Increased O(2) in hollow fiber bioreactors - Eye stem cells to treat immune disease - Super-strong collagen - Designing functional metalloproteins - Higher oil content in tobacco leaves - Alternative metabolic routes - New compass point blot helps find hTERT factors - Extracellular signals - doomed cells in the bacterial communityJournal Highlights: Oils and fats for the chemical industry - Molecular Nutrition ReviewsNew from the Encyclopedia of Life Sciences:EM analysis of protein structur...

Dutch government wants to sell flu vaccines back

Reuters: Health — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:03:34 +0100

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Dutch government wants to sell 21 million unused H1N1 flu vaccine doses back to their manufacturers after they proved unnecessary and no other country wanted to buy them, the Health Ministry said on Saturday. (Source: Reuters: Health)

Teen Paralyzed After Getting H1N1 Vaccine

WDSU.com - Health — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 02:00:11 +0100

A 16-year-old boy in Maryland was paralyzed from the chest down after getting the H1N1 flu vaccine at his school, according to a doctor. (Source: WDSU.com - Health)

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Biggest swine flu regret for U.S.: vaccine chaos

Reuters: Health — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:05:00 +0100

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - First, people were clamoring for H1N1 vaccines, but there were not enough to go around. By the time vaccines were available in any quantity, most of the public had lost interest. (Source: Reuters: Health)

CDC and American College Health Association Spring Break Vaccination Letter

PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:00:00 +0100

Although flu activity has declined in recent weeks, 2009 H1N1 Influenza viruses continue to spread in the United States and abroad, causing illness, hospitalizations and even deaths. (Source: PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases)

[Correspondence] Seasonal vaccine effectiveness against pandemic A/H1N1

LANCET — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Santiago Echevarria-Zuno and colleagues (Dec 19, p 2072) report significant protection by the 2008–09 trivalent influenza vaccine against pandemic influenza A H1N1 in patients in Mexico. (Source: LANCET)

[Correspondence] Seasonal vaccine effectiveness against pandemic A/H1N1 – Authors' reply

LANCET — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Naveed Janjua and colleagues express concern about possible selection bias or confounding of the association between trivalent inactivated vaccine and pandemic influenza by age, fever, chronic disorders, regional variability, and delay between illness onset and specimen collection. Following their suggestion, we did a more detailed analysis with additional data from the first and second wave of pandemic influenza in Mexico up to Nov 30, 2009, to increase statistical power. (Source: LANCET)

DH press release: Vaccination available for protection against swine flu now and in the future

NeLM - News — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Source: Department of Health (DH) Area: News This update from the Department of Health (DH) provides information on the current situation with pandemic H1N1 influenza (swine flu) and reiterates the importance of vaccination. Statistics on the numbers of swine flu cases and vaccine uptake are also provided. (Source: NeLM - News)

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Brazil to launch massive swine flu vaccination drive

Monsters and Critics Health News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:05:16 +0100

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Three Studies Demonstrate the Safety and Efficacy of Pandemic H1N1 Flu Vaccine

Medscape Today Headlines — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:04:26 +0100

Results from H1N1 flu vaccine studies conducted in the US, China, and Hungary provide reassuring safety and efficacy information. Journal Watch (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

DoH considers swine flu vaccine for travellers

HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Travellers could be offered the swine flu vaccine this summer, suggests a DoH committee. (Source: HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News)

EU Radiology: H1N1 vaccination increases FDG uptake in the lymph nodes

Health Imaging News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:29:25 +0100

PET/CT with 18F-FDG needs to be accurately interpreted since higher FDG uptake is seen in axillary lymph nodes after vaccination against pandemic swine-origin influenza A (H1N1), according to a study published online Feb. 26 in European Radiology. (Source: Health Imaging News)

EU Radiology: H1N1 vaccination increases FDG uptake in the lymph nodes

Health Imaging News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:29:25 +0100

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Vaccine Failure In Severe H1N1 Cases

Recombinomics — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:39:14 +0100

The commentary discusses the impact of vaccine resistant severe pandemic H1N1. (03/02/10 15:45) (Source: Recombinomics)

Zydus applies for Phase II & III H1N1 vaccine trials

The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:06:48 +0100

The race amongst Indian swine flu vaccine-makers seems to be moving to the next level with Cadila Healthcare Ltd, the Rs 2,900-crore Zydus Group's listed entity, filing for the next phase of clinical trials after completing the first phase. (Source: The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News)

Zydus applies for Phase II & III H1N1 vaccine trials

The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:06:48 +0100

H1N1 Vaccine Failure In Europe

Recombinomics — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:46:49 +0100

The commentary discusses recent vaccine failures in Europe (03/02/10 13:30) (Source: Recombinomics)

H1N1 Vaccine Was Unevenly Distributed Across L.A. County, Figures Show

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:40:51 +0100

Officials have distributed the H1N1 flu vaccine unevenly throughout Los Angeles County, with fewer doses going to medically underserved areas in the county's north and south, according to public health agency figures. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

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Cross-protection against influenza virus infection by intranasal administration of M2-based vaccine with chitosan as an adjuvant

Archives of Virology — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:02:24 +0100

In this study, we deleted the transmembrane domain of the M2 of the avian influenza virus (AIV) A/Chicken/Jiangsu/7/2002 (H9N2) strain to create an M2 without a transmembrane domain, named sM2, which was efficiently expressed in Escherichia coli. The sM2 protein was administered intranasally to mice in combination with chitosan adjuvant three times at an interval of 3 weeks. Three weeks after the last immunization, the mice were challenged with a lethal dose (5 × LD50) of A/Chicken/Jiangsu/7/2002 (H9N2) virus, PR8 (H1N1) virus and A/Chicken/Henan/12/2004 (H5N1) virus. The protective immunity of the vaccine was evaluated by determining the survival rates, residual lung virus titers, body weight, and the serum antibody titers of the mice. Nasal administration of 15 ...

Is It Too Late To Get A Flu Shot?

About.com Pediatrics — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

With many families now thinking about spring break, the flu and flu shots are likely the last things that are on their minds anymore. Unfortunately, even with the low levels of flu activity that we have been seeing for the last few months, it is important to remember that flu season often extends into April or May. That could mean continued flu cases for a few more months or even the possibility of another wave of increased flu activity. So is it too late to get your kids vaccinated against the flu, which this year means getting both the 2009 H1N1 swine flu vaccine and a seasonal flu vaccine? Although ideally your kids would have gotten their flu shots before the start of flu season or as soon as they became available, a flu shot even now can provide protection until the end of flu season,...

Influenza Vaccines: From Surveillance Through Production to Protection

Mayo Clinic Proceedings — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:02:04 +0100

Influenza is an important contributor to population and individual morbidity and mortality. The current influenza pandemic with novel H1N1 has highlighted the need for health care professionals to better understand the processes involved in creating influenza vaccines, both for pandemic as well as for seasonal influenza. This review presents an overview of influenza-related topics to help meet this need and includes a discussion of the burden of disease, virology, epidemiology, viral surveillance, and vaccine strain selection. We then present an overview of influenza vaccine—related topics, including vaccine production, vaccine efficacy and effectiveness, influenza vaccine misperceptions, and populations that are recommended to receive vaccination. English-language articles in PubMed...

Could Mini Labs and Plant-Based Vaccines Stop the Next Pandemic?

Scientific American Topic - Medical Technology — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0100

The H1N1 virus's rapid spread worldwide last year exposed the weaknesses in the global system for swiftly developing, manufacturing and distributing vaccines for newly identified strains of influenza. In Texas, researchers are attacking the first two of these problems through Project GreenVax , which will use a plant-based approach to vaccine development and a modular manufacturing environment that can scale quickly as vaccine demand grows. [More] (Source: Scientific American Topic - Medical Technology)

Could Mini Labs and Plant-Based Vaccines Stop the Next Pandemic?

Scientific American - Official RSS Feed — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0100

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Could Mini Labs and Plant-Based Vaccines Stop the Next Pandemic?

Scientific American Topic - Biotechnology — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0100

It's Unofficial: For Public, Flu Pandemic Is Over

Internal Medicine News — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Much of the American public has unofficially declared the influenza A(H1N1) pandemic of 2009-2010 over, even though health officials continue to urge Americans to get vaccinated. (Source: Internal Medicine News)

Less Than a Quarter of U.S. Population Got H1N1 Vaccine

Internal Medicine News — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Between 39 million and 80 million people in the United States contracted influenza A(H1N1) between April 2009 and Dec. 12, 2009, according to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Source: Internal Medicine News)

Survey: U.S. Public Deems H1N1 Pandemic Over

Family Practice News — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

By the start of February, much of the American public had unofficially declared the influenza H1N1 pandemic of 2009-2010 over, even though as recently as Feb. 5 U.S. health officials continued to urge Americans to get vaccinated. (Source: Family Practice News)

OPINION: What H1N1 Taught Us

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:40:17 +0100

We learned from the swine flu that not all pandemics are particularly lethal. But we also found out that a safe, fast-track vaccine is possible. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

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Health headlines: Peanut allergies, obesity rehab and diabetes

Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:00:06 +0100

Other stories we’ve been reading: This newborn care program promises to dramatically reduce the number of stillborn births. IVF babies are four times more likely to be stillborn. Is diabetes to blame for birth defects? [Read Minnie’s story about living with Type 2 diabetes.] Taking antidepressants while pregnant can slow fetal development. What you eat during pregnancy can impact your baby’s chance of having certain allergies. Can peanut allergies be cured? [Watch Brett’s journey to overcome his milk allergy.] The lactose intolerant population might be smaller than we think. Poverty in childhood can shape neurobiology. [Read about how more children than ever are relying on food stamps.] Twenty percent of children don’t see a dentist annually. [Did you know that February is Childr...

[Hemicolectomy for ischemic colitis : A case report of a (H1N1) virus-associated death.]

Der Chirurg — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

We report here the first H1N1-associated death in Germany, a 36-year-old woman with morbid obesity. The patient underwent a laparotomy with colon resection due to colon ischemia, a rare visceral complication in such cases. In this article an attempt has been made to reflect the state of requirements in terms of safety, occupational health, hygiene and working conditions with respect to activities involving logistics in the diagnostics, treatment (also surgical) and handling of such patients. Given the rapidly evolving nature the outbreak of human infection with the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus, influenza vaccination is recommended as the only way to prevent the infection of health care workers and patients with underlying medical conditions. PMID: 20186377 [PubMed - as supplied by pu...

Aggressive Response Helped Chilean Hospital Improve H1N1 Influenza Outcomes

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:00:00 +0100

A Chilean hospital's early use of antiviral treatment in influenza patients and other aggressive measures helped reduce the number of severe H1N1 cases and related deaths. Those are the findings of a new study, now available online, published in the March 15, 2010 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases... (Source: Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today)

AF03-adjuvanted and non-adjuvanted pandemic influenza A (H1N1) 2009 vaccines induce strong antibody responses in seasonal influenza vaccine-primed and unprimed mice.

Vaccine — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Authors: Caillet C, Piras F, Bernard MC, de Montfort A, Boudet F, Vogel FR, Hoffenbach A, Moste C, Kusters I Pandemic influenza vaccines have been manufactured using the A/California/07/2009 (H1N1) strain as recommended by the World Health Organization. We evaluated in mice the immunogenicity of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 vaccine and the impact of prior vaccination against seasonal trivalent influenza vaccines (TIV) on antibody responses against pandemic (H1N1) 2009. In naïve mice, a single dose of unadjuvanted H1N1 vaccine (3mug of HA) was shown to elicit hemagglutination inhibition (HI) antibody titers >40, a titer associated with protection in humans against seasonal influenza. A second vaccine dose of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 vaccine strongly increased these titers, which were consis...

FDG uptake in axillary lymph nodes after vaccination against pandemic (H1N1)

European Radiology — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:27:48 +0100

Conclusion This potential pitfall in PET/CT should be borne in mind during current vaccination programmes. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Nuclear MedicineDOI 10.1007/s00330-010-1719-5Authors Emmanouil Panagiotidis, “Evangelismos” General Hospital PET/CT Unit 45–47 Ipsilantou Str Athens 106 76 GreeceDemetrios Exarhos, “Evangelismos” General Hospital PET/CT Unit 45–47 Ipsilantou Str Athens 106 76 GreeceIrene Housianakou, “Evangelismos” General Hospital PET/CT Unit 45–47 Ipsilantou Str Athens 106 76 GreeceApostolos Bournazos, “Evangelismos” General Hospital PET/CT Unit 45–47 Ipsilantou Str Athens 106 76 GreeceIoannis Datseris, “Evangelismos” General Hospital PET/CT Unit 45–47 Ipsilantou Str Athens 106 76 Greece Journal European Ra...

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Questions and Answers: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) 2009 H1N1 Flu Modules for Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Vaccination

PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0100

The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a state-based system of health surveys that collects information on health risk behaviors, preventive health practices, and health care access primarily related to chronic disease and injury. (Source: PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases)

Pandemic influenza in Canadian children: A summary of hospitalized pediatric cases.

Vaccine — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Authors: Bettinger JA, Sauvé LJ, Scheifele DW, Moore D, Vaudry W, Tran D, Halperin SA, Pelletier L A total of 324 pandemic H1N1 cases were reported to the Immunization Monitoring Program, Active from May 1, 2009 to August 31, 2009. As of August 31, 2009, case details were available for 73% (n=235) of these cases. The median age was 4.8 years and 69% of children were older than 2 years of age. In total, 95 (40%) of children were previously healthy. The proportion with an underlying health condition increased with age. Close to 50% of children received antiviral medication. Two children died from the infection. The pediatric risk groups affected and course of disease caused by pandemic H1N1 appear similar to seasonal influenza. PMID: 20189488 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] ...

NEW: Questions and Answers: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) 2009 H1N1 Flu Modules for Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Vaccination

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:25:00 +0100

This page provides a summary of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) and how it helps track influenza activity. (Source: CDC Swine Flu Updates)

Swine flu

Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:51:18 +0100

The Royal College of Nursing continues to stress the importance of the swine flu vaccination for health care workers who care for patients who are at greater risk from the disease, such as children, those with long term conditions and pregnant women. (Source: Royal College of Nursing - UK- National News)

Publication of Vical's H5N1 Results Paves the Way for H1N1 Clinical Trial

Drugs.com - Clinical Trials — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:53:54 +0100

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 24, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vical Incorporated (Nasdaq:VICL) announced today the publication in the online edition of Vaccine1 detailed data from two Phase 1 trials of the company's Vaxfectin®-adjuvanted DNA vaccines for H5N1... (Source: Drugs.com - Clinical Trials)

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FDA Recommends H1N1 For Inclusion In Next Year's Flu Vaccine

Health News from Medical News Today — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0100

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday recommended that the H1N1 (swine flu) strain be added to next year's seasonal flu vaccine, "putting an end to separate shots deployed against the pandemic," Bloomberg reports. The FDA committee voted unanimously to make the H1N1 strain one of the three strains included in the shot, according to the news service. "The panel's recommendations are routinely adopted and used to guide vaccine manufacturers," Bloomberg writes (Randall, 2/22)... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

FDA Recommends H1N1 For Inclusion In Next Year's Flu Vaccine

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0100

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday recommended that the H1N1 (swine flu) strain be added to next year's seasonal flu vaccine, "putting an end to separate shots deployed against the pandemic," Bloomberg reports. The FDA committee voted unanimously to make the H1N1 strain one of the three strains included in the shot, according to the news service... (Source: Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today)

Publication of Vical's H5N1 Results Paves the Way for H1N1 Clinical Trial

Medical News (via PRIMEZONE) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:30:00 +0100

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 24, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vical Incorporated (Nasdaq:VICL) announced today the publication in the online edition of Vaccine1 detailed data from two Phase 1 trials of the company's Vaxfectin(r)-adjuvanted DNA vaccines for H5N1 (avian-origin) influenza, demonstrating the potential of DNA vaccines for rapid deployment in future pandemics. (Source: Medical News (via PRIMEZONE))

Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics LLC Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) For The First 2009 H1N1 Influenza Assay To Include MTM

Medical Devices News From Medical News Today — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics LLC Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) For The First 2009 H1N1 Influenza Assay To Include MTM

Health News from Medical News Today — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics announced it has been granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Longhorn Influenza A/H1N1-09 Prime RRT-PCR Assay™ in CLIA high complexity laboratories. . The Longhorn Influenza A/H1N1-09 Prime RRT-PCR Assay™ is a ready-use assay that requires no mixing prior to use and has been authorized for use on the ABI 7500... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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Teasing Vaccines From Tobacco

WSJ.com: Health — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:43:39 +0100

The Pentagon, caught off guard by the swift spread of the H1N1 last year and delays in vaccine production, is backing an unusual plan to use tobacco plants to make the vaccine. (Source: WSJ.com: Health)

Protection Against 2009 H1N1 To Be Included in 2010-2011 Seasonal Flu Vaccine

CDC Flu updates — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:00:00 +0100

A key U.S. Food and Drug Administration Advisory Committee recommended today that protection against the 2009 H1N1 virus, which was first identified last April, be included in the 2010-2011 seasonal influenza vaccine starting this fall. That means that, barring some unforeseen circumstance, this fall, most Americans will be able to return to the traditional routine of having one flu vaccine to protect them against the major circulating flu viruses. As is always the case with seasonal vaccine, younger children who have never had a seasonal vaccine will still need two doses. (Source: CDC Flu updates)

FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Including H1N1 in Next Seasonal Flu Vaccine

Medscape Medical News Headlines — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:16:50 +0100

If the FDA follows the panel's recommendation, it would eliminate the cumbersome 2-vaccine regimen now in place. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

Protection Against 2009 H1N1 To Be Included in 2010-2011 Seasonal Flu Vaccine

PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:30:00 +0100

Key FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Inclusion of 2009 H1N1 Strain in the 2010-2011 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (Source: PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases)

Swine flu jabs should be compulsory for health professionals

HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:10:00 +0100

GPs should vaccinate themselves against swine flu to convince patients to have the jab, Welsh LMCs believe. (Source: HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News)

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FDA panel: Pandemic H1N1 strain recommended for 2010-11 flu vaccine

MD Consult: News: Top Stories — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

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Reduction of Inventory and Allocations at the McKesson 2009 H1N1 Vaccine/ Ancillary Supply Distribution Depots

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:22:00 +0100

Target audience: State health planners This document is intended to provide PHER funded grantees with information regarding the reduction of vaccine inventory and allocation at the McKesson 2009 H1N1 vaccine/ancillary supply distribution depots. (Source: CDC Swine Flu Updates)

NEW: Reduction of Inventory and Allocations at the McKesson 2009 H1N1 Vaccine/ Ancillary Supply Distribution Depots

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:22:00 +0100

CDC Announces the Reduction of Vaccine Inventory and Allocation at the McKesson 2009 H1N1 Vaccine/Ancillary Supply Distribution Depots

PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:30:00 +0100

Inventory capacity at CDC's centralized distribution depots (McKesson) has been at 30 million doses of 2009 H1N1 vaccine (with comparable inventory capacity for ancillary supplies) since the program's inception. (Source: PandemicFlu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases)

FDA Panel Recommends Single Flu Vaccine

WSJ.com: Health — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:46:44 +0100

An FDA panel recommended the H1N1 pandemic strain be included in the 2010-2011 seasonal influenza vaccine, eliminating the need for two vaccines. (Source: WSJ.com: Health)

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Reduction of Inventory and Allocations

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:13:00 +0100

Target audience: State health planners. This document is intended to provide PHER funded grantees with information regarding the reduction of vaccine inventory and allocation at the McKesson 2009 H1N1 vaccine/ancillary supply distribution depots. (Source: CDC Swine Flu Updates)

Predicting effectiveness of flu vaccination campaigns

ScienceDaily Headlines — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0100

A new study describes a new method that assesses the impact and cost-effectiveness of a range of vaccination options. The model was applied to the 2009 influenza H1N1 outbreak and predicted accurately in real-time when the epidemic would peak and who should be prioritized for vaccination. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)

H1N1 G158E Low Reactors in Germany Raise Vaccine Concerns

Recombinomics — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:44:16 +0100

The commentary discusses low reactors Germany that cause vaccine selection concerns (02/21/10 23:01) (Source: Recombinomics)

H1N1 vaccine, once coveted, now ignored as public's fears fade

American Medical News - PROFESSION — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100

The CDC is urging doctors to continue vaccinating patients to prevent a third wave of flu, but physicians say few patients are interested. (Source: American Medical News - PROFESSION)

Government scraps swine flu vaccination campaign for under fives

Pulse — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:10:00 +0100

The Department of Health has revealed it is to scrap plans for healthy children under five to continue to be vaccinated against swine flu, just three months after urging GPs to vaccinate more than three million youngsters against the outbreak. (Source: Pulse)

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Swine flu strain to go in seasonal jabs this year

HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:18:00 +0100

Swine flu will be included in 2010/11 seasonal flu vaccines, the WHO has announced. (Source: HealthcareRepublic Independent Nurse News)

Paper round: Monday

OnMedica Latest News — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Calls for removing homeopathy funding, "Rent-A-Date" fundraising, and moreRelated items from OnMedicaGas frying meat raises cancer fume riskGet vaccinated warning as H1N1 still activeSuper-sensitive cancer blood tests within five yearsNHS hospital set for private sector managementDon’t worry – be happy (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

H1N1 Low Reactors Raise Vaccine Selection Concerns

Recombinomics — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 14:37:05 +0100

The commentary discusses the emergence of H1N1 low reactors and vaccine selection concerns. (02/19/10 19:17) (Source: Recombinomics)

Health headlines: Deafness, IVF and the new flu vaccine

Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:00:56 +0100

Other stories we’ve been reading: New York’s soda tax could bring in $222 million. [Read Children's obesity expert's take on artificially sweetened beverages.] Chronic health conditions are increasing in children. If your child’s grandparents are babysitting regularly, it’s more likely your kid will be overweight. Bone-anchored hearing aids help kids with single-side deafness. The best way to keep your kids vaccinations up-to-date is to keep a shot card. [Read about the updated immunization schedule.] Rapid flu tests are most accurate for young children. The new seasonal flu vaccine will contain an H1N1 strain. Teens might exercise more if they think it’s fun. Video games aren’t the cause for your teen’s headaches. Tired teens are more prone to car crashes. A lack of morning ...

NOVAVAX Presents Positive Clinical Results At The World Health Organization Conference, Geneva, Switzerland

Health News from Medical News Today — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:00:00 +0100

Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) presented to the world's leading pandemic influenza vaccine experts a summary of the recent preliminary safety and immunogenicity data from its Pivotal 2009 A/H1N1 VLP pandemic influenza vaccine study in Mexico. The presentation of the results were made by Maria Allende, M.D., at the invitation-only 6th World Health Organization (WHO) Meeting on Evaluation of Pandemic Influenza Vaccines in Clinical Trials, held at the WHO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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NOVAVAX Presents Positive Clinical Results At The World Health Organization Conference, Geneva, Switzerland

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:00:00 +0100

Are mandatory vaccinations acts of violence against children?

NaturalNews.com — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +0100

This article refers to the parody cartoon found at (http://www.naturalnews.com/028211_vaccines_Merck.html). This parody cartoon grew out of the idea that vaccines are "shots" that are being increasingly forced upon children and teens. At times, these vaccines are enforced at gunpoint or with the presence of vicious guard dogs -- as happened in Maryland two years ago when a court judge ordered thousands of parents to bring their children to court for vaccination or face gunpoint arrest and possible jail time. (http://www.naturalnews.com/022267.html)Most modern vaccinations are, of course, a form of chemical violence against children. If they were all formulated without chemical preservatives (like thimerosal) and dangerous adjuvants (which can harm the nervous system), that might be a diffe...

Assessment of the Efficacy of Commercially Available and Candidate Vaccines against a Pandemic H1N1 2009 Virus

The Journal of Infectious Diseases Latest Issue — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:20:40 +0100

Conclusions. The present study demonstrates that a single dose of matched inactivated vaccine confers partial protection against a pandemic H1N1 2009 virus, and it suggests that a higher dose or prime‐boost regimen may be required. The consequences of mismatched immunity to influenza merit further investigation. (Source: The Journal of Infectious Diseases Latest Issue)

VLP Pandemic Influenza Vaccine Study - Novavax

Disabled World — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:53:00 +0100

NOVAVAX Presents Positive Clinical Results at The World Health Organization Conference, Geneva, Switzerland - Positive Clinical Results from Pivotal Study of H1N1 Virus-Like Particle (VLP) Pandemic Influenza Vaccine in Mexico. Immunogenicity responses at all dose levels meet U.S. and European regulatory authorities recommended criteria for seroconversion and seroprotection - More than fifty percent of the volunteers already enrolled in Stage B of study. (Source: Disabled World)

Novavax says swine flu vaccine works

bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:39:23 +0100

Rockville-based Novavax Inc. says its experimental H1N1 vaccine showed positive results in clinical trials it has been conducting with patients in Mexico. (NVAX) (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)

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UPDATE: Influenza and Pneumonia-Associated Hospitalizations and Deaths from August 30, 2009 to February 13, 2010

CDC Swine Flu Updates — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0100

FluView reports that for the week of February 7 – February 13, 2010, flu activity in the United States was relatively low, with most flu continuing to be caused by 2009 H1N1. Flu activity, caused by either 2009 H1N1 or seasonal flu viruses, may rise and fall, but is expected to continue for weeks. It’s possible that the United States could experience another wave of flu activity, or more likely, localized outbreaks of 2009 H1N1 in communities that have been relatively unaffected by illness thus far, or where 2009 H1N1 vaccination rates may have been lower. (Source: CDC Swine Flu Updates)

Genomic analysis of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 reveals association of increasing disease severity with emergence of novel hemagglutinin mutations.

Cell Cycle — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:30:51 +0100

Authors: Glinsky GV Experimental studies and epidemiological observations during the first wave of the pandemic (H1N1) 2009 suggest that a novel influenza A (H1N1) virus has significant pandemic potential based on high transmissibility of the virus. Substantial uncertainty remains regarding evolution of the clinical severity of this pandemic during the transition to the second wave which is currently underway in the Northern Hemisphere. We carried-out analysis of large volume of clinical, epidemiological and genomics data for assessment of evolution of the current pandemic in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and Japan based on official reports of public health agencies of corresponding countries. Analysis of reported sequences of virus strains isolated from postmortem s...

Government scraps swine flu vaccination campaign for under fives

Pulse — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:40:00 +0100

WHO H1N1 Vaccine Target Selection Failure

Recombinomics — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:35:01 +0100

The commentary discusses failure to include D225G in the H1N1 vaccine target for the 2010.2011 season. (02/19/10 12:01) (Source: Recombinomics)

WHO H1N1 Vaccine Target Lacks D225G

Recombinomics — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:35:01 +0100

The commentary discusses the absence of D225G in the 2010/2011 H1N1 vaccine target. (02/19/10 00:36) (Source: Recombinomics)

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WHO H1N1 Vaccine Target Raises Pandemic Concerns

Recombinomics — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:35:01 +0100

The commentary discusses the vaccine target selection for the 2010/2011 season. (02//18/10 23:18) (Source: Recombinomics)

NOVAVAX Presents Positive Clinical Results at The World Health Organization Conference, Geneva, Switzerland

Drugs.com - Clinical Trials — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:00:14 +0100

- Positive Clinical Results from Pivotal Study of H1N1 Virus-Like Particle (VLP) Pandemic Influenza Vaccine in Mexico - Immunogenicity responses at all dose levels meet U.S. and European regulatory authorities recommended criteria for seroconversion... (Source: Drugs.com - Clinical Trials)

WHO Recommends H1N1 Be Added To Next Year's Seasonal Flu Virus

Health News from Medical News Today — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100

The WHO is recommending the H1N1 (swine flu) virus be added to the regular flu vaccine for the Northern Hemisphere's 2010-2011 regular flu season, the Associated Press reports (2/18). The recommendations, announced Thursday, came after a "closed-door four-day meeting" of WHO influenza experts, Reuters reports. According to the news service, the announcement "means governments that have stockpiled doses of H1N1 swine flu vaccine may now use them for part of the seasonal flu vaccine mix... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

WHO Recommends H1N1 Be Added To Next Year's Seasonal Flu Virus

Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0100

The WHO is recommending the H1N1 (swine flu) virus be added to the regular flu vaccine for the Northern Hemisphere's 2010-2011 regular flu season, the Associated Press reports (2/18). The recommendations, announced Thursday, came after a "closed-door four-day meeting" of WHO influenza experts, Reuters reports... (Source: Immune System / Vaccines News From Medical News Today)

Marketing used to push vaccine, fight swine flu 'fatigue'

USATODAY.com Health — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:06:19 +0100

Health departments around the country are going to great lengths to spread the word that swine flu vaccines are in abundant supply ... (Source: USATODAY.com Health)

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Vaccine jabs for swine flu to continue in summer

Scotsman.com News - Health — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

PATIENTS most at risk from swine flu will continue to be offered the vaccination throughout the summer, despite a steady drop in cases in Scotland. (Source: Scotsman.com News - Health)

WHO: Include pandemic H1N1 in new seasonal vaccine

MD Consult: News: Top Stories — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

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Get vaccinated warning as H1N1 still active

OnMedica Latest News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Rates have declined but vaccination experts say the virus is still causing serious illnessRelated items from OnMedicaNational Pandemic Service to stand down as swine flu declinesGPs to spearhead swine flu mass vaccinationNHS sets out H1N1 vaccination targetsPrimary care criticised over retinopathy failingsBurnham moves to ease concerns over Tamiflu use (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Paper round: Friday

OnMedica Latest News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Future of elderly care, "little miracle", and moreRelated items from OnMedicaPressure mounts for herbal medicines regulationGas frying meat raises cancer fume riskGet vaccinated warning as H1N1 still activeSuper-sensitive cancer blood tests within five yearsNHS hospital set for private sector management (Source: OnMedica Latest News)

Fifth pandemic flu vaccine Humenza® recommended for approval in EU

NeLM - News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Source: EMEA Area: News The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) has recommended the granting of a conditional marketing authorisation for a fifth pandemic vaccine, Humenza® (split virion, inactivated, AF03 adjuvanted influenza H1N1 pandemic vaccine), from Sanofi Pasteur SA, intended for the prophylaxis of influenza in an officially declared pandemic situation. (Source: NeLM - News)

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Combine H1N1, seasonal flu vaccines: WHO

CBC | Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:01:02 +0100

Next season's flu shot for the Northern Hemisphere should include the H1N1 strain, the World Health Organization recommended Thursday. (Source: CBC | Health)

WHO: Add H1N1 to seasonal flu vaccine

Health News - UPI.com — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:42:28 +0100

GENEVA, Switzerland, Feb. 18 (UPI) -- The H1N1 virus should be included in the 2010-2011 flu season -- northern hemisphere -- vaccine, World Health Organization officials in Switzerland said. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)

WHO Says Add H1N1 to Next Season's Trivalent Vaccine

MedPage Today Geriatrics — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:09:05 +0100

The trivalent influenza vaccine for the 2010-2011 flu season in the Northern Hemisphere should include the pandemic H1N1 strain, the World Health Organization recommended. (Source: MedPage Today Geriatrics)

How I treat influenza in patients with hematologic malignancies

Blood — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:01:20 +0100

The 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic has heightened the interest of clinicians for options in the prevention and management of influenza virus infection in immunocompromised patients. Even before the emergence of the novel 2009 H1N1 strain, influenza disease was a serious complication in patients with hematologic malignancies receiving chemotherapy or undergoing hematopoietic cell transplantation. Here we review the clinical manifestations of seasonal and 2009 H1N1 influenza and discuss current diagnosis, antiviral treatment, and prophylaxis options. We also summarize infection control and vaccination strategies for patients, family members, and caregivers. (Source: Blood)

New Seasonal Flu Vaccine to Contain H1N1 Strain

MedlinePlus Health News — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:03:40 +0100

This year's seasonal flu vaccine in the northern hemisphere should include protection against three strains, including the pandemic H1N1 virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended on Thursday. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Topics: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu), Immunization (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)

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Pandemic H1N1 Virus Should Be Added to 2010-2011 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine, Says WHO

Medscape Medical News Headlines — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:43:35 +0100

National public health authorities will decide whether pandemic virus should be included in the traditional trivalent vaccine or given separately. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

WHO Approves H1N1 Vaccine Inventory Control

Recombinomics — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:30:10 +0100

The commentary discusses the problems associated with the selection of California/7 as the H1N1 vaccine target for the 2010/2011 season. (02/18/10 13:40) (Source: Recombinomics)

Vaccine Failure and Severe H1N1 Cases in Wyoming

Recombinomics — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:30:10 +0100

The commentary discusses vaccine failure and severe H1N1 cases in Wyoming. (02/17/10 17:20) (Source: Recombinomics)

WHO: Seasonal flu vaccine expected to include swine flu strain

Monsters and Critics Health News — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:04:57 +0100

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Seasonal flu vaccine should contain H1N1 strain: WHO

CTV Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:38:34 +0100

The World Health Organization is recommending that swine flu be added to the coming year's seasonal flu vaccine in the northern hemisphere. (Source: CTV Health)

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WHO: Add Swine Flu To Regular Flu Vaccine

WDSU.com - Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:50:58 +0100

The World Health Organization is recommending that swine flu be added to the regular flu vaccine next season. (Source: WDSU.com - Health)

WHO: Add Swine Flu to Regular Flu Vaccine

Drugs.com - Pharma News — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:09:22 +0100

From Associated Press (February 18, 2010) LONDON -- The World Health Organization is recommending that swine flu be added to the regular flu vaccine next season. WHO said in a statement Thursday that it held a meeting this week to decide which flu... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

New seasonal flu vaccine to contain H1N1 strain

Reuters: Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:50:14 +0100

GENEVA (Reuters) - The coming year's seasonal flu vaccine in the northern hemisphere should contain three strains, including the pandemic H1N1 virus, vaccine experts recommended on Thursday. (Source: Reuters: Health)

New seasonal vaccine to contain pandemic H1N1 strain

Reuters: Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:58:55 +0100

GENEVA (Reuters) - Vaccine experts recommended on Thursday that the coming year's seasonal flu vaccine in the northern hemisphere contain three strains, including the pandemic H1N1 virus, officials said. (Source: Reuters: Health)

Next Year, Just 1 Flu Shot

WebMD Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0100

The H1N1 swine flu vaccine will be included in the 2010-11 fall/winter seasonal flu vaccine for North America, the World Health Organization announced. (Source: WebMD Health)

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Has The Swine Flu Pandemic Peaked?

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0100

The World Health Organization meets next Tuesday to decide if the H1N1 flu pandemic has officially peaked. Cases of pandemic flu have been decreasing. However, a third wave of the flu had been predicted. Thursday the WHO decided to include the pandemic virus in next fall's seasonal flu vaccine. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

WHO: Add Swine Flu to Regular Flu Vaccine

RWJF News Digest - Public Health — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0100

The World Health Organization is recommending that swine flu be added to regular flu vaccines next season. The swine flu pandemic virus, or H1N1, emerged too late last year to be added to the regular flu vaccine, and a separate vaccine was needed. (Source: RWJF News Digest - Public Health)

The gender question

OrlandoSentinel: Medical Research — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Amid the shortage of swine flu vaccine last fall, a Johns Hopkins immunology expert proposed a surprisingly simple-sounding fix: Give women a smaller dose than men so there would be more to go around. Because women's bodies have been shown to generate a... (Source: OrlandoSentinel: Medical Research)

Pressure mounts for herbal medicines regulation

OnMedica Latest News — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Judge accepts Chinese medicine seller unwittingly sold toxic skin treatment Related items from OnMedicaNew TV fitness campaign urges 'switch off the TV'GPs to spearhead swine flu mass vaccinationTV campaign uses shock tactics to tackle binge drinkingGPs back smoking crackdown plansRoutine cervical screening saves lives in older women (Source: OnMedica Latest News)