Influenza virus research has advanced substantially in recent decades, particularly in understanding genetic reassortment and host adaptation mechanisms ...

A new study has shown that person-to-person variation in antibody immunity plays a key role in shaping which influenza (flu) strains dominate in a population. The work, published today as a Reviewed ...

Hopefully, you have already received your seasonal flu vaccine this year. These shots are highly effective at preventing illness, ultimately lowering the spread of the virus throughout the population.

Avian influenza can jump species from birds to humans, a fact that arouses concern for serious illness and broader human ...

A little-known influenza D virus may pose future pandemic risks, experts warn. With evidence of human exposure, livestock links, and diagnostic gaps, scientists stress urgent surveillance to prevent ...