Influenza is highly mutable virus, with scientists constantly playing catch up by twice a year releasing new formulations targeting the latest viral strains. In a move that could lead a Universal flu vaccine, researchers have identified a type of influenza-fighting white blood cell found in nasal tissue that could pave the way for the development of a "one-shot" vaccine that is effective against all strains.
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Category: Health & Wellbeing
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- Immunotherapy
- Influenza
- Vaccines
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