The idea that you can get the flu from the flu vaccine is a long-standing fallacy. Here’s what to tell someone who thinks ...

U.S. flu rates remain low, but experts are keeping an eye on a new strain that’s been linked to unexpectedly early and severe ...

The variant is known as influenza A subtype H3N2 subclade K–sometimes called “subclade K” for short—and it has been detected ...

Learn how long the flu lasts, what symptoms occur at every stage, and what you can do to feel better and lower the risk of ...

The United States may be heading into its second severe flu season in a row, driven by a mutated strain called subclade K ...

Public health experts say people should still get the vaccine – and as soon as possible – as it will still provide protection ...

With fall here, and winter soon on the way, many parents comment how time simply flew by. Speaking of flu – ‘tis the sneezin’ ...

Jeb Teichman’s phone rang just before midnight. As a pediatrician, he has received many late-night emergency calls. This time, the call was about his 29-year-old son. Brent Teichmanhad been suffering ...

The best defense against the virus is getting a seasonal flu vaccine. Jan. 15, 2013— -- As the flu epidemic rages on in many parts of the country, experts say the best defense against the ...