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Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses

Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses is a virology open access journal specializing exclusively in influenza and other respiratory viruses, with a direct focus on prevention, detection, treatment and control. The journal has a broad readership of laboratory and clinical scientists, public health professionals, and other international industry professionals.

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Impact Factor 4.2
Quartile Q1
Open Access Type Open
ISSN 1750-2640
eISSN 1750-2659
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Accepted papers pay an Article Publication Charge; Editorials and Letters to the Editor are published free of charge.

Submission Instructions

Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Article

Cover Letter Cover letter is optional. Maximum 1 Cover Letter/Comments file may be uploaded.
Abstract Abstract is required. Maximum length is 250 words. Use a structured format with Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 5,000 words, including tables, figures, and references. Required sections include abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion. Include 3-8 keywords, and use no more than three heading levels.
References No maximum reference count is indicated. Use AMA reference style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance, with in-text citations as Arabic superscript numerals.
Figures & Tables No maximum figure or table count is indicated. Figures and tables may be embedded in the main manuscript or submitted separately. Provide concise, comprehensive legends; tables must be editable, not pasted as images.
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Review Article

Cover Letter Cover letter is optional. No mandatory content elements are specified.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract word limit and structure are not specified.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 5,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, figures, and legends. Main text order includes title, running title, authors, affiliations, acknowledgments, abstract and keywords, main text, references, tables, figure legends, and appendices if relevant. Include 3-8 MeSH keywords. Use no more than three heading levels.
References No maximum reference count is indicated. Use AMA style. Number references consecutively by order of appearance, and cite them as Arabic superscript numerals in consecutive order.
Figures & Tables No more than 4 figures and tables combined are permitted. Figures and tables may be embedded in the main manuscript or uploaded separately. Tables must be editable, not images; legends must be concise and define abbreviations, symbols, and units.
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Letter to the Editor

Cover Letter Cover letter is optional. Up to 1 Cover letter/Comments file may be uploaded.
Abstract Abstract is not permitted. Letters to the Editor must not include an abstract.
Manuscript Manuscript should not normally exceed 3 typewritten pages. Main text file order is specified, and only 3 heading levels may be used.
References No maximum reference count is indicated. References must follow AMA style and be numbered consecutively in order of appearance using Arabic superscript in-text citations.
Figures & Tables No more than 1 figure or table is allowed. Figures and tables may be embedded in the main manuscript or submitted separately.
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Short Communication

Cover Letter Cover letter is optional. Maximum 1 cover letter/comments file may be uploaded.
Abstract Abstract is required as a summary. Summary must not exceed 100 words and must appear before the continuous text.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 1,500 words. Main text file order is title page details, abstract and keywords, main text, references, tables, figure legends, and appendices if relevant. Use no more than three heading levels.
References Maximum 15 references are permitted. References must use AMA style and be numbered consecutively in order of appearance. In-text citations use consecutive Arabic superscript numerals.
Figures & Tables No maximum figure or table count is specified. Figures and tables require legends. Tables must be editable rather than pasted as images.
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Recent Publications

Assessing the Utility of Over‐The‐Counter Medication to Track Influenza Season Timing in a South African Population

Malebo Sephule Makunyane, Neville Sweijd, Jhandre Bredenkamp, Sibongile Walaza, Cheryl Cohen, Jonny Peter

10.1111/irv.70313
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Estimating the National Disease Burden and Economic Burden of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Thailand

Kansak Boonpattharatthiti, Chonnamet Techasaensiri, Wanatpreeya Phongsamart, Pilailuk Akkapaiboon Okada, Chanthawat Patikorn, Prabda Praphasiri, Teerapon Dhippayom, Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk

10.1111/irv.70316
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Influenza Vaccination Effectiveness in Preventing Hospitalization of Adults With Underlying Medical Conditions: A Multicentre Case–Control Study

Diana Toledo, Núria Soldevila, Juan Carlos Galan, Pere Godoy, María Morales‐Suarez‐Varela, Marta Rodriguez‐Suárez, María Grau, Tania Fernández‐Villa, Aurea Morillo, Gemma Navarro, Judith Chamorro, Angela Domínguez

10.1111/irv.70304
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No Evidence of HPAI H5N1 in Coastal Areas of Australia's Antarctic Territory During the 2025/26 Austral Summer

Louise Emmerson, Madi McLatchie, Jessica L. Williams, Jarrah Day, Javed Riaz, Colin Southwell, Michelle Wille

10.1111/irv.70310
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H5N1 Clade 2.3.4.4b Infections in Domestic Cats During an Avian Influenza Outbreak in Italy: Implications for One Health Surveillance

Giulia D'Annunzio, Ana Moreno, Giovanni Tosi, Patrizia Bassi, Alessio Bortolami, Giuseppe Diegoli, Alessandra Drago, Alice Fusaro, Luca Gelmini, Lucia Rita Gibelli, Tiziana Lazzarotto, Elisabetta Lilliu, Luisa Loli Piccolomini, Andrea Maroni, Enrica Martini, Giulio Matteo, Giovanna Mattei, Luisa Vera Muscatello, Isabella Monne, Elisa Palumbo, Giorgia Prezzemolo, Valentina Ravaioli, Davide Resi, Luigi Ruocco, Michele Ottavio Sabatino, Enrico Savegnago, Marco Sordilli, Calogero Terregino, Clara Tolini, Giuseppe Merialdi

10.1111/irv.70311
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Research Topics

Influenza Virus Research Studies Respiratory viral infections research COVID-19 epidemiological studies Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections Animal Disease Management and Epidemiology SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology Viral Infections and Vectors COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy SARS-CoV-2 detection and testing Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies Human auditory perception and evaluation Educational Robotics and Engineering Data-Driven Disease Surveillance Immune Response and Inflammation Infection Control and Ventilation Tracheal and airway disorders Smoking Behavior and Cessation Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies Viral Infections and Immunology Research Animal Virus Infections Studies COVID-19 and Mental Health Neonatal Respiratory Health Research