The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has seen a notable global reduction in influenza cases of both influenza A and B viruses. In particular, the B/Yamagata lineage has not been isolated from April 2020 to August 2021, suggesting that this influenza lineage may have become extinct, which may provide opportunities for improving availability and effectiveness of influenza vaccines.
MaSks aNd sOcIaL DiStAnCinG aRe jUsT gOvErNmEnT’s aTtEmPt tO cOnTrOl Us. Meanwhile multiple viruses are being almost wiped out.