The Best Part About Global Warming- Reduction in Influenza?

Sneezing and aerosolization of viral particles
Source: Guardian UK

Factors affecting the transmission of influenza viruses are multiple. Important considerations for viral transmission include particle size, distance, humidity and temperature. An excellent review on the topic, one that I referenced in a recent lecture, can be found here.

In Sunday's New York Times,  I came across this article on global warming, and its potential impact on influenza. With rising mean temperatures and warmer winters, an unexpected benefit may be at hand: a reduction in influenza. Viral transmission is less robust with warmer temperature.

I still recommend a flu vaccine, despite the mild winter.