Science Quickly Bill Gates Announces a Universal Flu Vaccine Effort
Apr 27, 2018
Bill Gates, a leading philanthropist and co-founder of Microsoft, discusses a groundbreaking $12 million initiative aimed at developing a universal flu vaccine. He emphasizes the urgent need for better pandemic preparedness and the importance of innovative approaches to tackle all flu strains. Gates highlights a holistic strategy that combines vaccine development and antiviral therapies, marking a significant step in global health efforts.
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Pandemic Preparedness
- Bill Gates emphasizes the need for pandemic preparedness, citing the 1918 flu pandemic.
- He highlights the importance of developing universal vaccines and other medical countermeasures.
1918 Flu Pandemic
- The 1918 flu pandemic infected half a billion people and killed 50-100 million.
- This historical event emphasizes the severity of a pandemic flu and the need for better preparedness.
Universal Flu Vaccine
- A $12 million initiative will accelerate the development of a universal flu vaccine.
- This initiative will involve scientists from multiple disciplines, including those new to the field.