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November 13, 2023

Ohio woman who lost all four limbs to flu complications speaks out to raise awareness

Kristin Fox, a 42-year-old mother and high-school principal in Ohio, lost all four limbs when the flu led to a bacterial infection and sepsis infection. She told her story to Fox News Digital.

November 10, 2023

Does the flu increase the risk of heart attacks?

As flu season looms, the virus may not only leave you vulnerable to pneumonia, fever and aches, but it may also increase your risk of heart attack, according to several past studies.

November 8, 2023

Ask a doctor: ‘Does chicken soup really help cure a cold?’

Can chicken soup really help to alleviate cold symptoms? Fox News Digital reached out to some experts for their input on whether it actually has healing powers.

November 6, 2023

Cold, flu, COVID-19 and RSV: How to identify the differing symptoms and stay safe

With the common cold, flu, COVID-19 and RSV all presenting a threat of illness this fall and winter, here's how to distinguish between the symptoms of each condition.

November 3, 2023

Cold and flu season is coming: Know the warning signs and symptoms now

As cold and flu season approaches, medical experts shared with Fox News Digital the important warning signs to watch for and when to seek medical attention.

November 1, 2023

Sick with a cold or flu? Here's how to know if you can still exercise: ‘Use the neck check’

Health experts weighed in on how to handle workouts when you have a cold or flu — and how to listen to your body's signals. Here are wise health care and fitness tips.

October 30, 2023

RSV vaccine shortage for babies: What parents need to know to keep infants safe

The CDC has announced limited availability of Sanofi immunization Beyfortus for RSV prevention in infants. Here's what parents should know to keep babies safe.

October 20, 2023

Mary Lou Retton's pneumonia: When does the infection become life-threatening? Experts share warning signs

As Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton remains in the ICU with life-threatening pneumonia, multiple infectious disease experts share warning signs and treatments.

October 18, 2023

After losing her leg to the flu, Virginia woman urges people to get vaccinated: ‘Don’t waste time’

Allison Miller was just 33 when the flu led to a bacterial infection that caused her to lose her leg. Now she is urging people to get a yearly vaccine to prevent "life-altering" complications.

October 13, 2023

Skeletons from 1918 flu pandemic reveal clues about those most likely to die, study finds

The skeletons of people who were alive during the 1918 flu pandemic have revealed new clues as to those more likely to die from the virus, according to a new study.