Influenza Other Respir Viruses July 2012 PMID 22118532

Relationship between "purulent bronchitis" in military populations in Europe prior to 1918 and the 1918-1919 influenza pandemic.

G Dennis Shanks, Alison Mackenzie, Michael Waller, John F Brundage

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12
Peak: 6 in Jan 2024
across 3 sources since Jan 2022

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2,031

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a moderate interest in the historical links between purulent bronchitis and the 1918 pandemic, as seen in references to past research and mention of studies reviving ideas about early influenza markers. The tone is analytical yet somewhat reserved, focusing on historical re-evaluation rather than urgent new insights, which contributes to the moderate scores across all dimensions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the historical connection between purulent bronchitis and the 1918 influenza, indicating general support for the relevance of the research.

InterestModerate interest

The conversations show moderate curiosity about the historical and epidemiological aspects, especially regarding the origins of the pandemic.

EngagementNeutral engagement

The participants engage by referencing specific studies and historical periods, but the overall depth of discussion remains surface-level.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest an awareness of historical implications but do not indicate a significant influence on current public health strategies.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses how purulent bronchitis was a new and deadly respiratory disease affecting British and American soldiers during WWI, with outbreaks occurring during a broader epidemic of respiratory illnesses between 1916 and 1917.
  • Mortality data indicates that purulent bronchitis outbreaks followed a wave that started in France and moved to England, highlighting its regional impact within the war context.
  • It is suggested that purulent bronchitis might have been caused by a new influenza virus, potentially serving as an early sign or precursor to the infamous 1918 flu pandemic strain.]

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Arturo Sanchez-Lorenzo
@ArturoS63455739 · X

9/n Durante casi 100 años esa línea de investigación había sido olvidada, hasta que estudios como los de @MichaelWorobey (ver 4/n) y otros epidemiólogos y virólogos han revivado su estudio durante el siglo XXI. https://t.co/AOkUyM6JSM https://t.co/FfkcUVZJEr

Jan 18, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 1,473 followers View post →
Elon Signed the Giving Pledge
@2ndfor1st · X

Relationship between “purulent bronchitis” in military populations in Europe prior to 1918 and the 1918–1919 influenza pandemic https://t.co/PD4ASvT0JY

Jan 23, 2023 · 1 like · 6,870 followers View post →
#/;o)
@Piacuto · X

RT @ArturoS63455739: 9/n Durante casi 100 años esa línea de investigación había sido olvidada, hasta que estudios como los de @MichaelWorob…

Jan 18, 2022 · 1 share · 953 followers View post →
Michael Parker
@DirtRoadDefendr · X

Spanish flu was a real pandemic. Note: The WEF is telegraphing a, so called, Disease X they already have a vaccine for. There is only one way that is possible. MOST DEADLY: Spanish Influenza of 1918 - Forgotten History https://t.co/1Z8S1uWsRZ via @YouTube

Jan 26, 2024 · 475 followers View post →
vilma
@homesteadtvmaga · X

MOST DEADLY: Spanish Influenza of 1918 - Forgotten History https://t.co/c9Rid8RBY3 via @YouTube

Mar 31, 2025 · 334 followers View post →
1Looney Rooney
@ChrisPoole1234 · X

https://t.co/PWghng43hk

Jan 31, 2024 · 250 followers View post →

All mentions

vilma
@homesteadtvmaga · X

MOST DEADLY: Spanish Influenza of 1918 - Forgotten History https://t.co/c9Rid8RBY3 via @YouTube

Mar 31, 2025 · 334 followers View post →
1Looney Rooney
@ChrisPoole1234 · X

https://t.co/PWghng43hk

Jan 31, 2024 · 250 followers View post →
Michael Parker
@DirtRoadDefendr · X

Spanish flu was a real pandemic. Note: The WEF is telegraphing a, so called, Disease X they already have a vaccine for. There is only one way that is possible. MOST DEADLY: Spanish Influenza of 1918 - Forgotten History https://t.co/1Z8S1uWsRZ via @YouTube

Jan 26, 2024 · 475 followers View post →
1Looney Rooney
@ChrisPoole1234 · X

https://t.co/UzqDhaJvO5

Jan 26, 2024 · 250 followers View post →
Bodkin&Thim
@BodkinThimble · X

PBr may've bn the clin. expression of infection w a novel infl. virus which also could've bn a direct precursor of the 1918 pand strain. (AU 2012) Relationship btw purulent bronchitis in military pplns in EU prior to 1918 & the 1918-19 influenza pandemic https://t.co/AfvSoIm97O

Jan 21, 2024 · 109 followers View post →
Elon Signed the Giving Pledge
@2ndfor1st · X

Relationship between “purulent bronchitis” in military populations in Europe prior to 1918 and the 1918–1919 influenza pandemic https://t.co/PD4ASvT0JY

Jan 23, 2023 · 1 like · 6,870 followers View post →
#/;o)
@Piacuto · X

RT @ArturoS63455739: 9/n Durante casi 100 años esa línea de investigación había sido olvidada, hasta que estudios como los de @MichaelWorob…

Jan 18, 2022 · 1 share · 953 followers View post →
Arturo Sanchez-Lorenzo
@ArturoS63455739 · X

9/n Durante casi 100 años esa línea de investigación había sido olvidada, hasta que estudios como los de @MichaelWorobey (ver 4/n) y otros epidemiólogos y virólogos han revivado su estudio durante el siglo XXI. https://t.co/AOkUyM6JSM https://t.co/FfkcUVZJEr

Jan 18, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 1,473 followers View post →