Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Pace of influenza activity picking up across the US

(HealthDay)—The pace of flu activity continues to quicken across the United States, and probably hasn't peaked yet, according to an assessment by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Health

There's still time for your flu shot

(HealthDay)—Flu needn't spoil the start of the new year, say U.S. health officials who urge children and adults to get vaccinated.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Influenza in the tropics shows variable seasonality

Whilst countries in the tropics and subtropics exhibit diverse patterns of seasonal flu activity, they can be grouped into eight geographical zones to optimise vaccine formulation and delivery timing, according to a study ...

Medications

New research will guide development of new anti-influenza drugs

By analyzing the molecular details of how artificially created drug-resistant flu strains manage to survive treatment, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have developed insights to guide development of powerful ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Flu season continues to be mild, CDC says

(HealthDay)—The mild flu season continues to be that way, U.S. health officials said Friday, but they expect activity to pick up in coming weeks.

Health

It's not too late to get a flu shot

(HealthDay)—Anyone who hasn't had a flu shot this season should make a point to get vaccinated now, U.S. health officials advise.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

How to have a healthy holiday season

(HealthDay)—You're at increased risk for colds and the flu over the holidays, but a few simple measures will help lower your chances of getting sick, an expert says.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Get your flu shot before the flu is widespread: CDC

(HealthDay)—While relatively few cases of flu have surfaced so far in the United States, health officials say the holiday season will likely change that, so everyone should get a flu shot now.

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