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Making Informed Testing Decisions for Respiratory Illness: Insights from Jeb S. Teichman, MD and Jamie P. Deeter, PhD
Not sure which respiratory test to use? It all comes down to the medical value, said Dr. Jamie P. Deeter, a molecular virologist at Roche Diagnostics who specializes in coronaviruses and has helped bring multiple EUA SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic tests to market. We asked Dr. Deeter and Dr. Jeb Teichman, a pediatrician with decades of experience…
Read MoreAdvances in Flu Vaccine Technology Over the Years
When it comes to public health, revolutionary measures have advanced to combat the spread of illness with preventative vaccines. Influenza, otherwise known as the flu, was originally thought to be caused by a bacterial infection, according to the World Health Organization. Because of this, early attempts at creating a vaccine during the 1918 influenza pandemic…
Read MoreRock Out the Flu 2024 Recap
Families Fighting Flu recently hosted its fifth annual “Rock Out the Flu” event on April 20th, 2024, and it was an unforgettable evening dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of flu vaccination. With the aim of bringing together families, communities, and healthcare professionals, the event proved to be a resounding success. The event, held…
Read MoreFifth Annual Rock Out the Flu Set for April 20
Jessica Stein was a healthy 4-year-old when the flu claimed her life in 2002. At such a young age, her passing was a shock to her entire family. More than 22 years later the Stein Family, along with other proponents of the importance of annual flu vaccination, are gearing up once again to raise money…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for the Next Flu Season
While flu isn’t usually top of mind during the busy summer months, it’s always important to plan ahead to prepare for the next flu season. In the midst of vacations, summer camps, sports, and picnics, remembering to stay vigilant on flu preparedness is key to staying protected and healthy so when flu season hits in…
Read MoreWho is Families Fighting Flu? What do they do? – They aim to help save lives!
Families Fighting Flu (FFF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2004 by parents who found each other with one common experience, they all lost a child under the age of 5 years old to influenza (flu). At the time, an annual flu vaccination was not recommended for their child’s age group. These founding families…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Avian Flu
There has been a lot of news circulating about avian flu (also known as bird flu) and its impact. But just how serious is this? Does it impact only animals, or are humans at risk as well? Could it be the next pandemic? Here’s what you need to know about avian flu. Since January 2022,…
Read MorePost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Flu Patients and Families
What is PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop for those who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. It is natural to feel afraid during and after a traumatic situation. Fear is a part of the body’s “fight-or-flight” response, which helps us avoid or respond to potential danger. People may experience a range…
Read MoreTeaming Up With Social Influencers to Fight Flu
Families Fighting Flu continued to work with influencers this flu season, who shared their personal stories about the flu and the importance of getting flu vaccines. As we shared when we first started working with them, we wanted to engage real people to use their connected platforms to share our important mission, as well as…
Read MoreVaccine Equity with the Autism Society of America
This April, Families Fighting Flu joins the Autism Society of America to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, recognizing the diverse and varied experiences across the Autism spectrum. The Autism Society of America works every day to create connections, empowering everyone within the Autism community with the resources they need to live fully. With 1 in 36…
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