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The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity is a joint-venture between The University of Melbourne and The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Research includes #HIV, #hepatitis, #malaria, #influenza #COVID19 & more.
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@thedohertyinst.bsky.socialCould Australia see a second flu peak this year? 📈 Experts share the latest influenza data, while continuing to monitor H5NI avian influenza in animals to support preparedness.
https://bit.ly/47aNHJ6
@thedohertyinst.bsky.socialTwo new NHMRC Centres for Research Excellence will support new research into hepatitis B virus, human T-lymphotropic virus type 1 and early-onset bowel cancer, with leadership and expertise from Doherty Institute researchers.
@thedohertyinst.bsky.socialNew evidence shows Buruli ulcer risk can be reduced by 80% through mosquito control in urban environments. A Melb study found specialised traps reduced mosquito numbers and led to fewer infections, offering a public health strategy ahead of spring/summer. https://bit.ly/4xtmfSp
@thedohertyinst.bsky.socialA major injury and severe COVID-19 might have more in common than we thought. New research has identified shared immune responses across both conditions, a finding that could help improve treatment for critically ill patients worldwide.
https://bit.ly/3T6kfRd
