Cold and Flu

CDC monitoring possible spike of HMPV cases in China

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CDC monitoring possible spike of HMPV cases in China

Cold and flu season is coming: Know the warning signs and symptoms now

DOCS WEIGH IN

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Cold and flu season is coming: Know the warning signs and symptoms now

Here's how to prevent cold and flu from spreading throughout your household

TOP TIPS

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Here's how to prevent cold and flu from spreading throughout your household

For cold and flu treatments, do you need a prescription or are over-the-counter meds good enough?

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

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For cold and flu treatments, do you need a prescription or are over-the-counter meds good enough?

Should you get the COVID and flu vaccines at the same time?

DUAL SHOTS, OR NOT?

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Should you get the COVID and flu vaccines at the same time?

Mysterious marijuana-linked vomiting disorder gets official WHO code as ER cases jump

Health 6 days ago

Mysterious marijuana-linked vomiting disorder gets official WHO code as ER cases jump

WHO officially recognizes cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, a dangerous vomiting disorder linked to chronic marijuana use, helping doctors diagnose cases.

Doctors reveal troubling signs in early flu trends, warn of ‘unusually bad’ season

Health November 20

Doctors reveal troubling signs in early flu trends, warn of ‘unusually bad’ season

Health experts warn this flu season could be unusually severe, with early spread and concerning H3N2 strain activity across the U.S. following Australia's worst flu season.

COVID vaccine under new scrutiny after studies reveal possible health risks

Health November 20

COVID vaccine under new scrutiny after studies reveal possible health risks

Research links COVID vaccination to higher acute kidney injury risk within one year, though vaccinated people showed lower overall death rates from all causes.

Flu vaccine being 'less effective' this winter does not mean it won't work, doctor says

VIDEO November 19

Flu vaccine being 'less effective' this winter does not mean it won't work, doctor says

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani explains how the H3N2 flu strain could affect the upcoming winter season on 'America Reports.'

First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US

Health November 19

First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US

The country's first-ever H5N5 bird flu case has been confirmed in Washington state, where a resident is hospitalized with a rare avian influenza strain never before seen in humans.

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Health October 31

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Viral infections trigger inflammation that raises heart disease risk, study finds. Vaccination against COVID, flu and shingles may help prevent cardiovascular complications.

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Health October 9

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Health October 7

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.

Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches

Health September 26

Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches

Flu vaccination timing varies by group, with pregnant women and those over 65 advised to wait until September, while some children may need two doses.

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

Health September 4

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

A phase 2 study shows that azelastine nasal spray lowered coronavirus infection rates to 2.2% compared to 6.7%, researchers at Germany's Saarland University revealed.