Tag: flu

Universal flu vaccine based on mRNA tech to be tested by National Institutes of Health

The patient is currently enrolled in an early-stage clinical trial, universal influenza vaccine It is based on messenger RNA technology, the National Institutes of Health announced Monday. Scientists hope the vaccine will protect against different strains of influenza and provide long-term immunity so people don’t need to be vaccinated every year. Messenger RNA (mRNA) is […]

Briefs: Maricopa County sees large spike in flu, COVID-19 and RSV | Kingman Daily Miner

PHOENIX – Arizona’s most populous county warns of a significant increase in cases of flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses. The Maricopa County Public Health Department issued an alert Friday that cases of these viruses, including the respiratory syncytial virus known as RSV, are higher than normal for this time of year. Influenza is now […]

California condors killed by avian flu in northern Arizona

Three California condors in northern Arizona die after being infected Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The Peregrine Foundation first observed a bird in the wild showing signs of the disease on March 9, according to the National Park Service. Initially, lead poisoning was suspected. Crew members worked to monitor other birds that exhibited similar behavior […]

State’s 1st flu fatality of season is Pinal County child

The Pinal County Health Service has announced that a child has died of the flu in the county. RSV was also one of the causes of death in children. [istockphoto.com] A child died of the flu in Pinal County, according to the Pinal County Public Health Services District. It’s the first flu death of the […]

Flu cases on the rise in Graham County, dropped slightly in Greenlee

– Contributed graphics/AZDHS Posted By: David Bell December 22, 2022 PHOENIX — Graham County confirmed 109 flu cases last week, while Greenlee County confirmed 40 new cases. That’s according to data released Thursday by the Arizona Department of Health. Graham’s 109 cases in the week of Dec. 11 were up 38% from the previous week, […]

Cochise County reports first child flu death since 2010 | Medicine

TUCSON (KVOA) – A young child died of the flu in Cochise County on Friday. It’s the first time a child has died from the flu in Cochise County since 2010, and it’s shocking and heartbreaking for those who live there. Dr. Thompson, Cochise County Director of Health and Human Services, said: The health department […]

Pediatric flu death in Pinal County is first of Arizona flu season

Pinal County on Wednesday confirmed its first childhood flu death in Arizona during a flu season that arrived earlier than usual. Both influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) were responsible for the child’s death, according to Pinal County health officials. “Unfortunately, this tragic situation is a reminder that influenza can cause serious illness and death,” […]

Flu starting to slow down in Graham, Greenlee

– David Bell Graff/Gila Valley Central Posted By: David Bell March 17, 2023 PHOENIX — Graham County is finally starting to decline as the end of the flu season approaches. According to the Arizona Department of Health, no new cases were reported in the week of March 5 and only one in the week before […]

Pinal County health officials confirm first child death of the flu this season

Pinal County, Arizona (3TV/CBS 5) — Pinal County health officials confirmed Wednesday that a child died of the flu. It was the state’s first child death this flu season. People are being urged to get vaccinated against the flu to slow it down. “Unfortunately, this tragic situation serves as a reminder that influenza can cause […]