Some scientists say this year's flu shot isn't well matched to a key strain that could spread widely in the months ahead. So, ...

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

FOR some people, it starts with a scratchy throat followed by a tickly cough. For others, a headache comes first, before a ...

Dr. Brownfield answers the question: 'What Is A Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine?' — -- Question: What is a nasal spray flu vaccine, how does it work and what are the side effects? Answer: FluMist is a ...

It's flu season in Canada, and as the number of infections and hospitalizations start to rise, medical experts are urging ...

Kids are back in school and that means flu season is right around the corner - but now, families have the option to give themselves a flu vaccine at home. The vaccine is a nasal spray. The FDA ...

The influenza or flu season has just begun, and this viral respiratory infection affects millions of people each year. As the United States prepares for it, it is important to take measures to prevent ...

Flu vaccines are crucial tools in protecting public health by reducing the risk of influenza illness and its complications.

Over-the-counter (OTC) cold and flu medicines can help manage symptoms, but it’s important to choose the right ingredients ...

A new publication reports on a model for estimating the effectiveness of the influenza vaccine each flu season. Susan Yox, RN, EdD, of Medscape spoke with Joseph Bresee, MD, Chief, Epidemiology and ...