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

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, ...

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

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 ...

The vaccine and a dominant variant may not match this year, which combined with low vaccine rates could make for a severe flu ...

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

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 ...

Everyone knows that the fall brings flu season, replete with aches, pains and a new version of the vaccine. But why is cold weather synonymous with this virus? Virologist and William & Mary Associate ...

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 ...

Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian is Chief Medical Executive for the state of Michigan.