# Lab Notes: Super-K flu is here … but it's not our biggest problem

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Podcast: [The Science Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-science-show-887135)
Published: 2026-03-19T02:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/lab-notes/lab-notes-super-k-flu-is-here/106407090
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A fast-moving strain of influenza known as "Super-K" is circulating in Australia and has been driving up flu numbers around the world. Virologists are constantly tracking strains like this as they come and go. Professor Kirsty Short, shares her anxiety about the flu season ahead, as well as a surprising recent win — and a call to arms about vaccination. You can binge more episodes of the Lab Notes podcast with science editor and presenter Jonathan Webb on the ABC Listen app (Australia). You'll find episodes on animal behaviour, human health, space exploration and so much more. Get in touch with us: labnotes@abc.net.au Featuring: Kirsty Short, virologist at University of Queensland More information: Australia's 2026 influenza vaccine rollout and the Super-K strain This episode of Lab Notes was produced on the lands of the Gadigal and Menang Noongar people.

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