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[Development of influenza control programs in children]

Q Qin1, K L Shen

  • 1National Center for Children's Health, Department of Respiratory Medcine, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Diseases, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100045, China.

Zhonghua Liu Xing Bing Xue Za Zhi = Zhonghua Liuxingbingxue Zazhi
|September 6, 2018
PubMed

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This study reviews child influenza (flu) in 2017-2018, covering causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention. It aims to improve physician and health worker preparedness for pediatric flu cases.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology

Background:

  • Influenza remains a significant public health concern, particularly in pediatric populations.
  • Recent influenza seasons (2017-2018) provide valuable data for understanding current trends.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated overview of pediatric influenza.
  • To enhance awareness and capacity in prevention and treatment programs for child influenza.

Main Methods:

  • Review of influenza characteristics from the 2017 and 2018 seasons.
  • Discussion of etiology, mechanisms, clinical features, laboratory diagnostics, and management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Key characteristics of influenza in children during 2017-2018 were analyzed.
  • Current developments in influenza etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical presentation were updated.

Conclusions:

  • Enhanced understanding of pediatric influenza is crucial for effective public health interventions.
  • Improved physician and health worker training is essential for optimal child influenza management.

Keywords:
ChildrenInfluenzaPrevention development

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