In May 2025, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a Science & Tech Spotlight report titled Universal Vaccines (GAO-25-108286), examining a promising new frontier in immunization strategy. The report outlines how universal vaccines—designed to protect against a wide range of virus strains—could “provide long-lasting, broad protection against specific viruses and reduce the impact of … Read more
The Quest for Lasting Immunity: Exploring the Potential of Universal Vaccines Table of Contents The Quest for Lasting Immunity: Exploring the Potential of Universal Vaccines Beyond Reactive Immunization: A Paradigm Shift in Vaccine Strategy Promising Research, Persistent Delays the Investment Gap: Balancing Public Health with Profitability Broad Protection & Economic Reality: Navigating Your Insurance Options … Read more
H5N1 Avian Influenza: A Looming Pandemic Threat Demands Immediate Global Action Table of Contents H5N1 Avian Influenza: A Looming Pandemic Threat Demands Immediate Global Action The Alarming Spread… The post Pandemic Warning: Virologists Call for Action appeared first on NewsyList. Source link
The avian influenza virus A(H5N1), once confined to sporadic outbreaks in Asian poultry, has since 2020 evolved into a global panzootic, spreading via wild birds and causing significant mortality among avian populations. Notably, the virus has crossed species barriers, infecting mammals such as foxes, lynxes, mink, and sea lions. In February 2024, a concerning development … Read more