TWiV 1211: Moo flu and dengue two
This Week in Virology
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Navigating Dengue and Viral Surveillance
This chapter explores the critical role of alpha-2 human cell binding in vaccine development, particularly focusing on recombinant hemagglutinins and their applications. The discussion highlights challenges in funding and resources impacting virus research, alongside the complexities of developing effective dengue vaccines amidst various serotypes. Personal anecdotes about dengue fever illustrate the disease's severe symptoms and the risks associated with reinfections, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance and improved public health strategies.
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