Scientists have found that children who receive the seasonal flu vaccine for years produce antibodies that also provide them with greater protection against new strains, including those that can cause a pandemic.
A finding, published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine, could help develop a universal flu vaccine for children who are particularly prone to serious complications from influenza, such as pneumonia, dehydration, and even - in extreme cases - death.
"Little is known about the effects of seasonal influenza vaccination on the immune response in children, who are the primary transmitters of influenza and a very high-risk group," explains Matthew Miller, study lead author and assistant professor at Michae...
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