October 12Pregnant women who get flu shot are less likely to be hospitalized from virus, CDC saysA new study released this week is urging pregnant women to get a flu shot this year.
October 12Military physicians who lost son, 4, to flu urge others to get vaccinatedTwo Air Force physicians who lost their 4-year-old son to complications of the flu last Christmas Eve are hoping their #FluShotsforLeon campaign helps others understand the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu.
1:03October 12Thousands of young US children get no vaccines: survey100,000 children born in 2015 are estimated to not have had a single vaccine to ward off several diseases alarming health experts.
September 29Risk of Ebola's spread from Congo now 'very high,' WHO saysThe World Health Organization says the risk of the deadly Ebola virus spreading from Congo is now "very high" after two confirmed cases were discovered near the Uganda border.
September 20Zika virus targets brain cancer in vaccine studyWhile the Zika virus is feared for its ability to severely harm brain development and neurological health, researchers are seeking to use that power in an attempt to target aggressive brain cancer.
September 18Minnesota health department reports 'third travel-related case of measles' in less than 6 weeksMinnesota travelers, be alert — health officials have a message for you: be on the lookout for measles symptoms.
1:28September 14CDC wants you to get a flu shot before it's too lateWarning of a potential severe flu season, the Centers for Disease Control recommends anyone over 6 months old get the vaccination by the end of October.
September 7Back-to-school germs 101: What you need to knowMost kids around the U.S. are back in school and that means reading, writing—and germs. Fox News’ Dr. Manny Alvarez sits down with New York City pediatrician Dr. Dyan Hes to break down the most common illnesses that happen at school and how you can try to prevent them.
September 7AAP urges flu vaccine for kids 6 months and olderThe American Academy of Pediatrics says that all children ages 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available.
