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·May 2, 2024·4 min read

How the Flu Virus Invades the Brain

Researchers uncovered how the influenza virus may infiltrate the brain, leading to a serious condition known as influenza-associated encephalopathy (IAE). The study identifies endothelial cells, which form the blood-brain barrier, as the primary entry points for the virus.

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·May 30, 2022·4 min read

Acute Stress May Be Detrimental to Fighting Off COVID-19 and Flu

Study reveals how acute stress influences the brain's control over immune response, impacting recovery from COVID-19 and influenza.

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·April 8, 2020·3 min read

Could a smartwatch identify an infection before you start spreading it?

A medical wrist device detected disrupted sleep patterns 24 hours before participants started shedding the flu virus. While the initial study was focused on influenza, researchers speculate the device could be sufficient at spotting the beginning of other infections, including COVID-19. While it should not be considered a full diagnostic device, the wristband data will be useful to guide when people should self isolate as a precaution.

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·March 14, 2019·4 min read

Expectant mothers can prevent fetal brain problems caused by the flu

Choline, an essential nutrient, can help prevent fetal brain development problems in infants whose mothers experience common infections, such as influenza, during pregnancy.

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·January 12, 2019·3 min read

Using AI and Data Streams to Predict Local Flu Activity

ARGONet, a new approach that combines multiple data streams with artificial intelligence, produces the most accurate estimates of flu activity, up to a week ahead of traditional healthcare based reports.

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·October 15, 2018·2 min read

Widespread Skepticism of Flu Shot Despite Doctor Recommendations

Researchers report skepticism that the flu vaccine can cause autism, is ineffective and can result in contracting the virus prevents some parents from vaccinating their children.

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·February 27, 2018·1 min read

Flu May Impact Brain Health

A new mouse study reveals two different strains of influenza cause changes to both the function and structure of the hippocampus that can last for one month post infection.

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·May 31, 2017·4 min read

Seasonal Flu Infection May Increase Parkinson’s Risk

A new study reports mice infected with a flu virus had an increased risk of developing Parkinson's symptoms. Importantly, mice vaccinated against the flu were less sensitive to MPTP and less likely to develop Parkinson's like symptoms.

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·November 30, 2016·4 min read

No Association Between Flu During Pregnancy and Increased Autism Risk in Children

Researchers find no association between an increased risk for autism in children and its mother contracting flu, or being exposed to the flu vaccine, during pregnancy.

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·February 18, 2016·4 min read

Link Between Intensive Post-Stroke Rehab and Recovery Demonstrated in Rats

Researchers have identified an increase in a critical neural pathway following post stroke rehabilitation and noted its connection to recovery of function in ICH rat models.