The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a comprehensive report, revealing that Influenza-Associated Encephalopathy (IAE), a severe neurological complication of influenza, had a significant impact on the pediatric population during the high-severity 2024-25 flu season. IAE, although rare, can rapidly lead to an intense neurologic deterioration leading to fatal outcomes. Among the…
Flu season is upon us, and the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), a key part of Jefferson Health, is taking a proactive stand to safeguard the community's health with its annual drive-thru flu shot clinics. This service, which has been offered consistently for the last 28 years, will be available in October at Lehigh Valley…
In the midst of the northern hemisphere's chilling winter, Canada is witnessing a late yet robust commencement of its annual respiratory virus season. Recent observations indicate that the country is witnessing an escalated influx of influenza cases, with hospital admissions surpassing those from the previous decade. Health professionals such as Dr. Karim Ali, Director of…