Cold & Flu Health News

It's not too late to get your flu shot, health officials say

CDC urges everyone to get a shot, especially children, pregnant women and folks over 50

All U.S. women should get the vaccine in pregnancy, but only about half do now, researchers say

Get your flu shot now, health officials urge

Drugs taken by mouth were just as effective for children after hospital discharge

A child's first flu infection appears to affect which new viruses they'll be protected against in the future

If you do develop influenza, vaccination can soften the blow, doctors say

Twice annual visits reduce bacteria that can cause pneumonia, researcher says

Lactoferrin is safe for newborns and might prevent pneumonia and meningitis, researchers say

Study reveals other reasons for not getting kids vaccinated

Those who favor alternative therapies often bypass the annual vaccine, study says

Vaccination protects both workers and patients, doctor says

Decline among vulnerable older adults is of particular concern

The best way to stay healthy is to get vaccinated, expert advises

Bacteria found in plumbing may sicken thousands each year, study suggests