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Published: 22 January 2026

Podcast Spotlight: Understanding Influenza Vaccine Clinical Performance

Seasonal influenza continues to pose significant clinical and societal challenges despite widespread vaccination programs. In this Advances in Therapy podcast, experts Nihar R. Desai and Pier L. Lopalco dive into the evolving landscape of influenza vaccines, exploring:

• New vaccine technologies: high-dose, adjuvanted, egg-free, nasal spray, and mRNA platforms.
• Key challenges for healthcare professionals: interpreting clinical performance data and addressing vaccine hesitancy.
• Critical assessment factors: hospitalization outcomes, robust trial methodologies, and real-world evidence for long-term impact.

This discussion emphasizes why education and evidence-based evaluation are essential to strengthen confidence in influenza vaccination and improve patient outcomes.

🎧 Listen now and gain insights into strategies for better understanding vaccine effectiveness and combating misconceptions.

👉 Read the full article and access the podcast here.