A long-lasting formulation of an antiviral drug greatly reduced people’s risk of a symptomatic flu infection in a trial, and ...

The quest for a universal flu vaccine has been a long and challenging journey for scientists. Each year, millions of people are vaccinated to protect against severe respiratory illnesses caused by ...

(The drug works best against seasonal flu when started within 48 hours of symptom onset.) As a preventive measure, the agency also recommends treating close contacts of those who get infected.

In 2024, the flu shot will protect against three different viruses, including two types of influenza A and one type of influenza B. Most people will only need one dose for flu protection.

This season, the CDC said the vaccine is designed to protect people against three strains of influenza.. The rise in flu cases in Massachusetts coincides with a drop in the number of people who ...

Protect and defend yourself against the flu Flu-fighting tips for a healthy winter. Vanessa Pratomo, MD, Family Medicine–Montefiore Medical Group, for Montefiore Einstein.

This year’s influenza vaccine will protect us from a similar widespread flu virus we saw back in 2009. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone ages six months and older.

Very few humans have gone up against bird flu. But we've all dealt with seasonal flu for years. Some of our immune systems might be primed to fend off a worse case, research finds.

Flu vaccines for seniors are the best protection against the flu. Find out what to expect and what options are best for you. Skip to main content . Home ; Conditions . Back Conditions View All .

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Doctors are encouraging those 6 months and older to get vaccinated against the flu after they saw vaccination rates drop last year. According to the American Academy of ...

Home / News / Environmental News. Looking to protect your flock against bird flu? Here’s what you need to know. Experts say keeping clean boots and minimizing interactions with other flocks are key ...

Since reports emerged earlier this year that dairy cows across the country had been infected with H5N1 bird flu, the prospect that the virus could evolve to spark another pandemic has stoked ...