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New flu defense in the works: 1 shot to protect against all 20 influenza viruses

Por: Chicago Sun Times Health November 30, 2022

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For half a century, scientists have been trying to develop a vaccine that would protect people against the most dangerous flu viruses. Now, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are taking a new approach, based on the mRNA technology that proved so effective against COVID-19. Their idea is to target all 20 types of influenza viruses in a single shot.Their new vaccine wouldn’t save us from needing an annual flu shot. Butm if it works... + full article



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