sMater - Influenza 2026 - Prof Paul Griffin

What’s really driving Australia’s worst flu seasons—and what can clinicians do now?As Queensland heads into flu season, Professor Paul Griffin returns to sMater to unpack what’s new in influenza prevention and protection. From updated vaccines targeting subclade K, to FluMist—the new needle‑free nasal spray vaccine for children—this episode covers what clinicians need to know right now.You’ll also hear practical insights on:Why flu is no longer just a winter illnessThe real world impact of vaccination on severity and hospitalisationAntivirals: who they’re for and why timing mattersRSV and COVID updates for 2026, including new funded vaccines.A must‑listen for GPs, pharmacists and healthcare professionals preparing for a challenging respiratory virus season.🎧 sMater is brought to you by Mater, an Australian leader in healthcare for more than a century.🎙️ Hosted by Jillian Whiting and Dr Maria Boulton 🎤 Guest: Professor Paul Griffin, Director of Infectious Diseases, MaterGP Education activity log:Podcast title: sMater: Influenza 2026Provider: Mater Misericordiae LtdDate published: 30 April 2026Certificate of completion: https://www.mater.org.au/getmedia/efdfa97a-efec-44e0-b96e-9d8dfcb6e677/sMater-Certificate-of-Participation-Professor-Paul-Griffin-Influenza.pdfTo learn more about Mater, visit https://www.mater.org.au/