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 ...

As the first human case of H5N5 bird flu is confirmed in the US, here are some frequently asked questions about the disease, ...

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

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

Although Teichman has retired, he said he is still trying to save lives. He has joined the board of a nonprofit group called Families Fighting Flu, made up of people who have lost loved ones to the ...

Avian influenza, also called avian flu or bird flu, is an illness that usually affects only birds. There are many different strains of avian flu: 16 H subtypes and 9 N subtypes. Only those labeled H5, ...

An early analysis suggests current vaccines may still be somewhat effective against the new version of the flu ...

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 virus ...

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 ...