Cold and Flu

Sick with a cold? Doctors say favorite comfort foods could make you feel worse — here's what to choose instead

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Sick with a cold? Doctors say favorite comfort foods could make you feel worse — here's what to choose instead

Doctors reveal troubling signs in early flu trends, warn of ‘unusually bad’ season

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Doctors reveal troubling signs in early flu trends, warn of ‘unusually bad’ season

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

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5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medicine cabinet must-haves: 9 essentials every household should have on hand

HEALTH June 6, 2024

Medicine cabinet must-haves: 9 essentials every household should have on hand

In the event of aches and pains, allergic reactions or even a minor medical emergency, do you have the essential supplies on hand? Pharmacists identified the nine most important medical staples.

Despite growing concerns over bird flu, many US dairy workers have not received protective equipment

INFECTIOUS DISEASE May 23, 2024

Despite growing concerns over bird flu, many US dairy workers have not received protective equipment

The CDC advised workers to use protective equipment if they may be exposed to sick livestock after a Texas dairy worker tested positive for bird flu, but many have not received any.

CDC, WebMD give update on current bird flu outbreak: ‘Be alert, not alarmed’

HEALTH May 16, 2024

CDC, WebMD give update on current bird flu outbreak: ‘Be alert, not alarmed’

As bird flu continues to spread among cattle in the U.S., the CDC and WebMD joined forces on Thursday to present a live-streamed briefing on the status of the outbreak.

Texas cats die on dairy farm after drinking raw milk contaminated with bird flu, CDC warns

HEALTH May 3, 2024

Texas cats die on dairy farm after drinking raw milk contaminated with bird flu, CDC warns

A cluster of cats on a Texas dairy farm died after drinking raw milk from dairy cows affected with bird flu, according to a report from the CDC. An infectious disease expert commented.

Dairy farm worker infected with bird flu; CDC urges workers to wear protective gear

Cold and Flu May 3, 2024

Dairy farm worker infected with bird flu; CDC urges workers to wear protective gear

The CDC urged dairy workers to wear protective equipment when working near cows after a farm worker in Texas developed a serious eye infection while infected with bird flu.

Bird flu could spread to cows outside US, head of WHO flu program says

World Health Organization April 30, 2024

Bird flu could spread to cows outside US, head of WHO flu program says

The U.S. confirmed the presence of the bird flu in American cow herds. The W.H.O. said there is risk of the disease spreading to other countries.

Amid bird flu spread, experts reveal if it's safe to drink milk: 'Indirect concern'

Health April 26, 2024

Amid bird flu spread, experts reveal if it's safe to drink milk: 'Indirect concern'

Traces of bird flu have been detected in pasteurized milk, leaving many people wondering if it’s safe to drink. Doctors offered their insights about the potential risk.

Medical Monday: Bird flu case update, plus safety tips for solar eclipse viewing

HEALTH April 8, 2024

Medical Monday: Bird flu case update, plus safety tips for solar eclipse viewing

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joins 'Fox & Friends' to share an update on a human infection of bird flu and safety tips for viewing the solar eclipse.

Bird flu pandemic in future? EU warns of potential spread to humans due to 'lack of immune defense’

Health April 3, 2024

Bird flu pandemic in future? EU warns of potential spread to humans due to 'lack of immune defense’

As avian influenza (bird flu) continues to spread among wild birds in the European Union, officials are warning of the potential for a future human pandemic.

Pneumonia misdiagnoses are common among hospitalized adults, study finds: There are 'implications'

HEALTH April 1, 2024

Pneumonia misdiagnoses are common among hospitalized adults, study finds: There are 'implications'

Adults who are admitted to the hospital are often inappropriately diagnosed with — and treated for — pneumonia, new research suggests. Experts discuss the risks of unnecessary treatment.

Goat in Minnesota tests positive for bird flu, first ever US case

INFECTIOUS DISEASE March 20, 2024

Goat in Minnesota tests positive for bird flu, first ever US case

A baby goat in Minnesota has tested positive for bird flu marking the first U.S. case of bird flu in cattle, sheep, goats or their relatives, the Minnesota Board of Animal Health announced.