Researchers Identify Class Of Antibodies That Appear Capable Of Neutralizing Multiple Strains Of Influenza Virus

HealthDay (12/29, Miller) reported that researchers “have identified a previously unrecognized class of antibodies that seem to be capable of neutralizing multiple strains of the flu virus.” According to researchers, “this work expands the list of antibodies that could possibly contribute to development of a vaccine with broader protection,” and “also adds to growing evidence supporting changes in how flu vaccines are manufactured.” The findings were published in PLOS Biology.