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Perspectives and Positions

The Global Virus Network represents the interests of a worldwide network of virologists seeking to end viral threats through collaborative science. As part of our mission, we publish science-driven information, including perspectives and position statements.

Position Statements

Battling Pandemic Viruses Like Avian Influenza

Authors: Maggie L. Bartlett, PhD, and Sten Vermund, MD, PhD...

‘Triple-demic’ of respiratory illnesses launches vaccination season. Have you gotten yours?

The letter below, written by GVN's president, Dr. Sten Vermund,...

Universal Access to New Vaccines in 2023: A Necessity for Public Health

A Joint Statement by the World Health Network and Global...

Perspectives

COVID / SARS-CoV-2

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New Antivirals: Could They Be Game Changers?

New Antivirals: Could They Be Game Changers? November 1, 2021...
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New Antivirals: Could They Be Game Changers?

November 1, 2021 There have been recent reports of potentially...
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SARS-CoV-2, Children, and Multi-Inflammatory Syndrome

October 1, 2021 With the advent of the school year...
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Covid-19 Vaccines or Natural Immunity – Do Both Protect?

Covid-19 Vaccines or Natural Immunity - Do Both Protect? September...
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Vaccines and Variants

Vaccines and Variants August 16, 2021 Extensive vaccination had resulted...
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SARS-CoV-2 Lambda Variant: The New Kid on the Block

SARS-CoV-2 Lambda Variant: The New Kid on the Block July...

Perspectives

Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dengue virus: Urgency in our warming world

  Why is this important? In the summer of 2023,...

Multiple Sclerosis: How is it Associated with Epstein-Barr Virus?

In the past, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has been associated with...

Exploring the Mystery of Acute Pediatric Non-A-E Hepatitis

Recent outbreaks of non-A, -B, -C, -D, or -E hepatitis...