There Are Already Shortages of the Flu Vaccine
Over 70 million doses of the seasonal flu vaccine have been distributed this year, yet many clinics and doctor's offices are reporting shortages.
Over 70 million doses of the seasonal flu vaccine have been distributed this year, yet many clinics and doctor's offices are reporting shortages.
Two-Thirds of Americans May Not Get the H1N1 Vaccine
A new report shows two-thirds of Americans may not get the H1N1 vaccine because they fear it's not safe.
A new report shows two-thirds of Americans may not get the H1N1 vaccine because they fear it's not safe.
Last Year's Flu Shot May Have Helped Some Against H1N1
There is preliminary evidence that last year's seasonal flu shot may have protected some people from the swine flu.
There is preliminary evidence that last year's seasonal flu shot may have protected some people from the swine flu.
Your More Likely to Wash Your Hands If Someone's Watching
People are more likely to wash their hands if they think someone is watching them.
People are more likely to wash their hands if they think someone is watching them.
Patients Worry About Getting Flu Shots Too Early
Pharmacies around the country have already begun giving out flu shots which is about a month earlier than in past years.
Pharmacies around the country have already begun giving out flu shots which is about a month earlier than in past years.
Testing Too Quickly For H1N1 Could Produce Bad Results
The CDC says rapid tests for the H1N1 flu virus could provide false negatives.
The CDC says rapid tests for the H1N1 flu virus could provide false negatives.
Babies Born to Mother's With the Flu Are At Risk of Heart Disease
Babies born around the height of the 1918 flu pandemic were more likely to develop heart disease.
Babies born around the height of the 1918 flu pandemic were more likely to develop heart disease.
People With Heart Issues Are At High Risk With the Flu
The flu is especially dangerous for people with heart problems.
The flu is especially dangerous for people with heart problems.
Too Much Tamiflu Could Make it Not Work Against H1N1
Two teen girls in North Carolina developed Tamiflu-resistant H1N1 flu this past summer.
Two teen girls in North Carolina developed Tamiflu-resistant H1N1 flu this past summer.
Flu Cases Continue to Rise On College Campuses
Flu-like illnesses continue to increase on college campuses.
Flu-like illnesses continue to increase on college campuses.
Some Doctors Not Convinced All Kids Need H1N1 Shot
Parents and even doctors differ on whether children should get the H1N1 vaccine.
Parents and even doctors differ on whether children should get the H1N1 vaccine.
Less Than Half of Parents Will Vaccinate Their Kids for H1N1
Less than half of surveyed parents say they plan to give their children the H1N1 flu vaccine.
Less than half of surveyed parents say they plan to give their children the H1N1 flu vaccine.
Airline Employees May Be a Health Hazard for H1N1
Health officials say low-paid airline employees are the biggest threat for spreading H1N1 on airplanes, rather than sick flyers.
Health officials say low-paid airline employees are the biggest threat for spreading H1N1 on airplanes, rather than sick flyers.
Asthmatic Children Are Vulnerable to the Flu
Children with underlying conditions like asthma are particularly vulnerable to the flu.
Children with underlying conditions like asthma are particularly vulnerable to the flu.
Colds Do Not Help Build Immunity Later in Life
A new study finds fault with the common belief that the runny noses, coughs, and colds young chidren get in daycare might build up their immunity against respiratory problems later on.
A new study finds fault with the common belief that the runny noses, coughs, and colds young chidren get in daycare might build up their immunity against respiratory problems later on.
Texas Teen Dies From Swine Flu
A Forth Worth, Texas teen died five days after coming home from school because she was feeling sick.
A Forth Worth, Texas teen died five days after coming home from school because she was feeling sick.
A New iPhone App Could Help Track H1N1
You can now track H1N1 outbreaks in your area using your phone-- thanks to a new application.
You can now track H1N1 outbreaks in your area using your phone-- thanks to a new application.
Too Many Workers Sick From H1N1 Could Impact Businesses
A majority of businesses predict problems maintaining operations if their employees get sick from H1N1.
A majority of businesses predict problems maintaining operations if their employees get sick from H1N1.
Flu Activity Is Up on College Campuses
More and more college students are coming down with the flu. A new report from the American College Health Association shows flu activity was up 20% last week compared to the previous week.
More and more college students are coming down with the flu. A new report from the American College Health Association shows flu activity was up 20% last week compared to the previous week.
Government Advises Daycares on Avoiding Swine Flu
Government leaders discuss guidance issued to childcare facilities on decreasing exposure to regular seaosnal flu and 2009 H1N1 flu.
Government leaders discuss guidance issued to childcare facilities on decreasing exposure to regular seaosnal flu and 2009 H1N1 flu.
