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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

COVID vaccine under new scrutiny after studies reveal possible health risks

Health November 20

COVID vaccine under new scrutiny after studies reveal possible health risks

Research links COVID vaccination to higher acute kidney injury risk within one year, though vaccinated people showed lower overall death rates from all causes.

Flu vaccine being 'less effective' this winter does not mean it won't work, doctor says

VIDEO November 19

Flu vaccine being 'less effective' this winter does not mean it won't work, doctor says

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani explains how the H3N2 flu strain could affect the upcoming winter season on 'America Reports.'

First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US

Health November 19

First-ever human case of rare bird flu strain confirmed in western US

The country's first-ever H5N5 bird flu case has been confirmed in Washington state, where a resident is hospitalized with a rare avian influenza strain never before seen in humans.

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Health October 31

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Viral infections trigger inflammation that raises heart disease risk, study finds. Vaccination against COVID, flu and shingles may help prevent cardiovascular complications.

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

Health October 9

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

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Health October 7

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.

Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches

Health September 26

Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches

Flu vaccination timing varies by group, with pregnant women and those over 65 advised to wait until September, while some children may need two doses.

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

Health September 4

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

A phase 2 study shows that azelastine nasal spray lowered coronavirus infection rates to 2.2% compared to 6.7%, researchers at Germany's Saarland University revealed.

Needle-free vaccine method delivers antibodies through dental floss in early study

Health August 3

Needle-free vaccine method delivers antibodies through dental floss in early study

Scientists demonstrate dental floss can effectively deliver flu, protein and mRNA vaccines without needles by targeting tissue between teeth and gums in laboratory testing.

CDC committee moves to phase out controversial mercury ingredient from flu vaccines

Health June 27

CDC committee moves to phase out controversial mercury ingredient from flu vaccines

CDC advisory committee recommends thimerosal-free influenza vaccines for all adults and children, despite claims that the mercury-based preservative poses no health risks.

4 biggest handwashing mistakes that could increase germs and viruses

Health May 21

4 biggest handwashing mistakes that could increase germs and viruses

Many neglect handwashing after public outings, risking germ spread. Soap and water are vital, especially when coughing or sneezing, to prevent infections, experts say.