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The onset of cold weather brings out the boots, coats, gloves - and the stoplight-red “Flu Shots Available Here” signs in drugstore windows. For many scientists and public health specialists alike, flu season has become a little like Russian Roulette. The likelihood of a deadly pandemic outbreak of influenza is not far from reality considering the nature of some of the different viral strains. In this book, we delve into the science of the flu, starting with past pandemics and what we can learn from them.

This informative booklet is designed for anyone‚Aîstudents and laypeople alike‚Aîwho seeks a clear and concise overview of the history of influenza. It presents key facts about flu epidemics and pandemics, exploring related topics such as pandemic terminology, causes, the flus connection to pneumonia, societal impacts, and treatment approaches. Written in 1921 by A. Mouritz in Honolulu, Hawaii, this work remains relevant today. Notably included in the Surgeon Generals Library at the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this edition omits Chapter 5 to maintain focus on the primary themes of...

ESWI Airborne podcast series features captivating talks that give an insight into the fascinating world of respiratory viruses. Moderated by Dr. Jane Barratt, a global advisor on ageing, health and social policy, each episode welcomes ESWI members, global health experts, ESWI coalition partners, or IDC members to join the conversation.As listeners, we get acquainted with the world of viruses while she asks thought-provoking questions on issues ranging from how to keep viruses at bay, how vaccines work, why vaccination is important to certain risk groups, how to tackle fake news, and much, much...