February 10, 2012: H1N1 'Swine' Flu Makes a Comeback in Mexico
Health experts say Americans shouldn't be overly concerned

January 20, 2012: Scientists Agree to Delay Controversial Bird Flu Research
Fears that altered virus could escape from lab or be used by bioterrorists feeds debate

January 18, 2012: Flu Season Off to Slow Start, So Far
Relatively few cases reported, experts say, but that doesn't mean a surge can't happen

January 16, 2012: Health Tip: Avoid the Flu During Travel
Suggestions to remain healthy

January 11, 2012: Internet Flu Searches May Warn of Outbreaks
Harnessing this data could aid health care workers, researchers say

January 05, 2012: Flu Prevention Critical for Those With Neurologic Conditions, CDC Says
Outbreak at Ohio residential facility resulted in 7 deaths last winter, report says

January 05, 2012: Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC
Researchers want small correctional facilities included in vaccine program

December 28, 2011: Cases of Tamiflu-Resistant Flu Concern Experts
WHO researchers report H1N1 strain passing among people and proving immune to Tamiflu

December 21, 2011: Limit Cold Medications During Pregnancy, Experts Advise
Some over-the-counter drug ingredients have not been well-studied for use by pregnant women

December 14, 2011: Could Statins Help Those Hospitalized With Flu?
Preliminary study suggests they might boost survival rates

December 09, 2011: Americans Encouraged to Get Flu Vaccine
Too few take advantage of easily available protection against influenza in U.S., experts say

December 05, 2011: Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now
Vaccine supplies are still ample, but could start to run short, CDC says

November 28, 2011: Doctors in a Bind When Parents Want to Delay, Skip Vaccines
Study finds most pediatricians may consider 'alternative schedules,' but within limits

November 21, 2011: School Hygiene Program Reduced Flu Cases
Reports of influenza A were cut in half, researchers say

November 11, 2011: Vaccine Cut Bacterial Strain Linked to Meningitis, Pneumonia
However, other types of bacteria continue to cause disease

November 11, 2011: Flu Hits 90 Million Children Under 5 Each Year
Global tally also includes 20 million kids with flu who develop potentially deadly pneumonia

November 10, 2011: Health Tip: Is the Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine for You?
Some shouldn't get it

November 02, 2011: It's Possible to Come Down With Two Flu Viruses at Once
Report confirms cases of people infected by H1N1 and another flu strain at the same time

October 30, 2011: Prevention Is Key for Fall Asthma Flare-Ups in Kids
The best way to avoid asthma attacks is to avoid the triggers that cause them, experts say

October 26, 2011: Flu Vaccine Isn't Foolproof
Analysis found it only protected healthy adults 60 percent of the time

October 25, 2011: Obesity May Hinder Flu Shot's Effectiveness
Study found antibody levels dropped more over time among those who weighed more

October 20, 2011: Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns
New research also suggests that the vaccine does not increase miscarriage risk

October 14, 2011: Get Your Flu Shot Now, CDC Urges
Levels of infection are low at the moment, but that's expected to change, experts say

October 08, 2011: Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma
Respiratory expert offers advice on ways to protect your child

October 06, 2011: Oxygenating Blood of Hospitalized H1N1 Flu Patients Saved Lives: Study
Those who got the special procedure were half as likely to die

October 05, 2011: Nursing Homes Not Meeting Flu-Shot Goals, Study Says
Black residents less likely than whites to get vaccination

September 28, 2011: Pandemic Flu of 1918 Circulated Months Before Deaths Peaked
Researchers find earliest evidence to date of the virus that killed more than 50 million people

September 21, 2011: CDC Urges Americans: Get Your Flu Shot
Supplies are plentiful and the vaccine is a good match for circulating strains, officials say

September 19, 2011: U.S. Flu Shot Policy Shields More Kids Than Canada's Program, Study Finds
Fewer preschoolers getting flu after U.S. government called for vaccination of 2 to 4-year-olds

September 15, 2011: Flu Killed 115 Children Last Season: CDC
Many of the deaths could have been prevented with vaccinations, agency says

September 14, 2011: Pregnant Women Reminded to Get Flu Vaccine
Expectant mothers are more vulnerable to the dangerous effects of flu infection, experts warn

September 02, 2011: Two U.S. Children Contract New Strain of Swine Flu
But general public should not be concerned, CDC says

September 02, 2011: Flu Diagnostic Kit Approved
Developed by the CDC

September 01, 2011: Last Year's Flu Shot Won't Protect Kids This Season
Vaccination needed for children 6 months and up, experts say

August 26, 2011: Health Tip: At Greater Risk of Flu Complications?
Check these risk factors to find out

August 25, 2011: Research Shows How Some Folks Resist Getting Sick With the Flu
Genetic data reveals differences in people's immune system reaction and response to virus

August 19, 2011: Adult Vaccinations Protect Children: Report
But few get the recommended immunizations, experts say

August 18, 2011: Don't Skip This Year's Flu Shot: CDC
Formulation meant to protect against seasonal flu and H1N1

August 18, 2011: Kids Benefit From Flu Vaccine via Shot or Spray, Study Finds
Both work well, but nasal spray produces broadest immune response in youngsters, research shows

August 18, 2011: Flu Shot Rates Low for Health Workers, Moms-to-Be: CDC
Making vaccination readily available improves compliance with guidelines, researchers say

August 15, 2011: Chinese Herbs Equal to Tamiflu in Reducing H1N1 Fever: Study
In patients with mild symptoms, traditional treatment worked just as well as prescription drug

August 11, 2011: 'Superdrug' Against Range of Viruses Shows Promise in Animal Trials
DRACO looks for genetic target that's common to virally infected cells, but will it work in humans?

July 18, 2011: FDA Unveils Flu Vaccines for 2011-12 Season
All people 6 months old and older urged to get inoculated

July 15, 2011: Researchers Closer to Developing Universal Meningitis B Vaccine
Novel technology may lead to protection against deadly meningococcus B, they say

July 13, 2011: 'Swine Flu' Shot May Be Cleared of Guillain-Barre Charges
Study finds little, if any, increased risk of the syndrome

June 29, 2011: Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns, Study Finds
Babies whose moms received vaccine nearly 50% less likely to be hospitalized with flu

June 28, 2011: Certain Cancer Drugs Don't Interfere With Flu Vaccine: Study
The drugs, sunitinib and sorafenib, are used for several types of cancers, including kidney

June 15, 2011: Study Finds Two-Seat 'Hot Zone' for Flu Spread on Planes
Experts had thought the danger area was much larger, researchers say

May 26, 2011: Tracking Swine Flu Virus in Pigs Reveals Mutations
Changes occurred as animals were taken from one area to another, study finds

May 24, 2011: Closing Schools Seems to Prevent Flu's Spread
Social distancing reduced transmission in Mexico in 2009 by more than one-third, experts say