We're all accustomed to getting yearly flu shots to protect against influenza in the upcoming winter season. But what if a single vaccine could provide lifelong protection against all current and future flu viruses? That would have tremendous implications for pandemic influenza, protection of populations in low and middle-income countries, and global health. Jennifer Abbasi, senior staff writer for #JAMAMedNews, speaks with leading scientists about the latest advancements toward a universal flu vaccine:
Bruce Gellin, MD, MPH, Sabin Vaccine Institute
Anthony S. Fauci, MD, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Martin Friede, PhD, World Health Organization
Patrick C. Wilson, PhD, University of Chicago.
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