Is a flu jab every year a thing of the past?

Researchers hope a new Australian-first trial of a universal flu vaccine might remove the need for people to get a yearly flu jab.

Doctors are warning of a particularly bad flu season ahead. More than 47,000 cases of influenza have already been recorded nationally this year, with 44 deaths. Source: AAP / CON CHRONIS/AAPIMAGE

Key Points

• The trial targets a specific part of the influenza virus which could provide protection for multiple years at a time.
• The vaccine was developed overseas but is being trialled in Australia with 600 participants.
• If successful, stage 3 trials are due to start next year.

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