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x.com/mikenov/status/2017167…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov)Flu virus as the vehicle for the various other and combined infections
The flu virus (influenza) acts as a significant vehicle for other infections by severely weakening the respiratory system’s immune defenses, allowing secondary infections—particularly bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, and sinusitis—to take hold. It can trigger severe, combined viral-bacterial infections that significantly raise the risk of hospitalization or death. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Mechanisms of Secondary InfectionsRespiratory Damage: The influenza virus damages the respiratory epithelium, making it easier for bacteria to adhere and cause infections.
Common Secondary Bacteria: The most common bacteria associated with influenza-induced pneumonia include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, and Hemophilus influenzae.
Combined Infections: The virus can lead to primary viral pneumonia or, more commonly, secondary bacterial pneumonia which may develop shortly after the initial symptoms. [3, 4, 6, 7, 8]Other Complications and Combined Conditions
Chronic Conditions: Flu can severely worsen existing conditions, such as asthma or diabetes.
Neurological and Cardiovascular Issues: Influenza infection has been associated with complications like Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS), encephalitis, and myocarditis.
Virulence Factors: The virus’s surface proteins, hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA), facilitate cell invasion and the release of new viral particles, contributing to its role in severe infections. [2, 4, 9, 10]Risk Groups and Impact
High-Risk Populations: Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing these complications.
Fatality Rate: Combined bacterial-viral pneumonia cases linked to the flu have a significant mortality rate, estimated at around 7%. [2, 3, 11]AI responses may include mistakes.
[1] redcross.org/get-help/how-to…
[2] kidshealth.org/en/parents/fl…
[3] virology.ws/2009/06/02/patho…
[4] ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK45…
[5] lung.org/lung-health-disease…
[6] zenithfamilycare.com/risks-o…
[7] pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
[8] sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
[9] pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
[10] sciencedirect.com/topics/pha…
[11] cdphe.colorado.gov/dcphr/com…– Google Search google.com/search?q=Flu+viru…— https://x.com/mikenov/status/2017167264210931825
— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jan 31, 2026
Categories
#FLU #Biowarfare #FBI
#FLU #Biowarfare #FBI
x.com/mikenov/status/2017167…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov)Flu virus as the vehicle for the various other and combined infections
The flu virus (influenza) acts as a significant vehicle for other infections by severely weakening the respiratory system’s immune defenses, allowing secondary infections—particularly bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, and sinusitis—to take hold. It can trigger severe, combined viral-bacterial infections that significantly raise the risk of hospitalization or death. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Mechanisms of Secondary InfectionsRespiratory Damage: The influenza virus damages the respiratory epithelium, making it easier for bacteria to adhere and cause infections.
Common Secondary Bacteria: The most common bacteria associated with influenza-induced pneumonia include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, and Hemophilus influenzae.
Combined Infections: The virus can lead to primary viral pneumonia or, more commonly, secondary bacterial pneumonia which may develop shortly after the initial symptoms. [3, 4, 6, 7, 8]Other Complications and Combined Conditions
Chronic Conditions: Flu can severely worsen existing conditions, such as asthma or diabetes.
Neurological and Cardiovascular Issues: Influenza infection has been associated with complications like Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS), encephalitis, and myocarditis.
Virulence Factors: The virus’s surface proteins, hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA), facilitate cell invasion and the release of new viral particles, contributing to its role in severe infections. [2, 4, 9, 10]Risk Groups and Impact
High-Risk Populations: Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing these complications.
Fatality Rate: Combined bacterial-viral pneumonia cases linked to the flu have a significant mortality rate, estimated at around 7%. [2, 3, 11]AI responses may include mistakes.
[1] redcross.org/get-help/how-to…
[2] kidshealth.org/en/parents/fl…
[3] virology.ws/2009/06/02/patho…
[4] ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK45…
[5] lung.org/lung-health-disease…
[6] zenithfamilycare.com/risks-o…
[7] pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
[8] sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
[9] pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
[10] sciencedirect.com/topics/pha…
[11] cdphe.colorado.gov/dcphr/com…– Google Search google.com/search?q=Flu+viru…— https://x.com/mikenov/status/2017167264210931825
— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jan 31, 2026
We meet a woman whose near death experience as a teenager inspired her to study why some people are willing to risk their lives for others. Dr Abigail Marsh was rescued by a stranger after a car accident and wanted to understand what drove him to help her. She says altruists, those who instinctively help without expecting anything in return, are more sensitive to the needs of other people — but we can all learn to be kinder. Also: we hear from a man whose willingness to help others led him to donate a kidney. It went to a woman he’d become friends with after he supported her through a personal tragedy. We find out about an Australian scheme to help dads and their kids be healthier, which also showed the benefits of rough and tumble play. And it’s inspired a project at a prison in Scotland that aims to make dads better role models by playing with their kids. It’s hoped that helping them become better parents will make them less likely to reoffend. Plus, why a crying horse soft toy has been a surprise hit with young workers in China, and what its like to be a patient helping to develop new medical treatments by volunteering for a clinical trial. Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world. (Presenter: Jannat Jalil. Music composed by Iona Hampson) (Photo: Dr Abigail Marsh. Credit Georgetown University)
Thousands of people in Makoko say they’ve lost their livelihoods or the roof over their heads. But the government contends their homes were illegal and unsafe. We hear from an urban planner who says water and electricity can be a fatal mix.
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