Your Cat Could Get H1N1 from You
A cat in Iowa may be the first pet diagnosed with the H1N1 flu virus.
A cat in Iowa may be the first pet diagnosed with the H1N1 flu virus.
Birth Control Could Suppress Asthma Symptoms
A small study suggests women taking oral contraceptives may experience an unexpected side effect-- fewer asthma symptoms.
A small study suggests women taking oral contraceptives may experience an unexpected side effect-- fewer asthma symptoms.
9/11 Responders Report Asthma-Like Symptoms
9/11 first responders are two times more likely to report asthma symptoms than the general population.
9/11 first responders are two times more likely to report asthma symptoms than the general population.
Acetaminophen Might be Linked to Asthma in Kids
Acetaminophen might be linked to an increase in asthma risk among kids and adults.
Acetaminophen might be linked to an increase in asthma risk among kids and adults.
Some Wall Street Firms Have the H1N1 Vaccine Already
Trish Regan (CNBC) reports that while people across the nation wait for Swine Flu vaccines, some Wall Street firms have received theirs.
Trish Regan (CNBC) reports that while people across the nation wait for Swine Flu vaccines, some Wall Street firms have received theirs.
The US Government Studied H1N1 in Members of the Air Force
Experts are reporting what they learned during the H1N1 outbreak at the U.S. Air Force Academy this summer.
Experts are reporting what they learned during the H1N1 outbreak at the U.S. Air Force Academy this summer.
Women Are Better Than Men At Preventing the Flu
When it comes to preventing the H1N1 flu virus, it appears women may be doing a better job than men.
When it comes to preventing the H1N1 flu virus, it appears women may be doing a better job than men.
You May Have a 25% Chance of Catching Swine Flu
A few small studies on H1N1 cases indicate you may have a one in four chance of catching the bug from an infected close relative or co-worker.
A few small studies on H1N1 cases indicate you may have a one in four chance of catching the bug from an infected close relative or co-worker.
The US Government Studied H1N1 in Members of the Air Force
Experts are reporting what they learned during the H1N1 outbreak at the U.S. Air Force Academy this summer.
Experts are reporting what they learned during the H1N1 outbreak at the U.S. Air Force Academy this summer.
Doctors Fear They Have No Room For Swine Flu Patients
A new poll shows nearly 90% of emergency room physicians worry they won't have room or staffing to care for additional flu patients.
A new poll shows nearly 90% of emergency room physicians worry they won't have room or staffing to care for additional flu patients.
Pneumonia Vaccine
Because of the threat of H1N1 flu, the CDC has changed its recommendations on who should get the pneumonia shot.
Because of the threat of H1N1 flu, the CDC has changed its recommendations on who should get the pneumonia shot.
Children and Food Allergies
When Kyle Ray goes to school... He not only grabs his backpack... But a lifesaving allergy pack which includes a double dose of epinephrine...something he's had to use twice.
When Kyle Ray goes to school... He not only grabs his backpack... But a lifesaving allergy pack which includes a double dose of epinephrine...something he's had to use twice.
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.
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.
Flu Vaccine Side Effects: One Woman's Story of Dystonia
One woman's story of how getting the flu vaccine led to a rare and crippling disease called Dystonia.
One woman's story of how getting the flu vaccine led to a rare and crippling disease called Dystonia.
Flu Scams: Don't Buy Fake Tamiflu
There are products that claim to prevent, diagnose and treat the swine flu. Can they be trusted?
There are products that claim to prevent, diagnose and treat the swine flu. Can they be trusted?
Germs: Dr. Nancy has the Tips on How to Avoid Them
NBC's Dr. Nancy Snyderman and Dr. Nathan Litman talk with Ann curry as part of "Flu Free Today", focusing on germs.
NBC's Dr. Nancy Snyderman and Dr. Nathan Litman talk with Ann curry as part of "Flu Free Today", focusing on germs.
