Cold and Flu - Page 46

November 16, 2016

Several countries impose import restrictions on German poultry over bird flu

Several countries have placed import restrictions on German poultry following outbreaks of bird flu in the country, German authorities said on Wednesday.

November 11, 2016

Flu risk may depend on birth year

The year in which you were born may predict your risk of getting some types of the flu, a new study of people in Asia and the Middle East suggests.

November 9, 2016

Mom claims sperm smoothies boost her immunity

A single mom of two claims she beats the flu by drinking sperm smoothies.

November 9, 2016

Smart thermometer helps with cold care

With technology helping people get healthier through fitness and nutrition, what about something that improves health by tackling colds?

November 1, 2016

Woman whose daughter died after skipping flu shot raising awareness of vaccine

When the time came for a flu shot during the 2015-2016 season, Pegy Lowery decided her 12-year-old daughter Piper’s fear of needles outweighed the potential benefit the vaccine could provide.

October 24, 2016

10 warning signs of burnout and excessive stress

Your body has many ways of warning you that the level of stress it is under is not sustainable.

October 20, 2016

5 foods to help you stave off colds and flu

With the vibrant colors of autumn also comes cold and flu season.

October 4, 2016

Alternative medicine may be linked to lower vaccination rates

Children that visit alternative medical practitioners like acupuncturists and chiropractors may be less likely to receive flu shots than their peers, a U.S. study suggests.

September 7, 2016

Pediatricians issue new flu shot recommendations for kids

Children ages 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine by an injection this flu season, and should not get the nasal flu spray because it doesn't provide enough protection against the virus, according to new recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics

August 29, 2016

Togo slaughters 11,500 chickens after H5N1 bird flu outbreak

Togolese authorities said on Saturday they had slaughtered 11,500 chickens in response to an outbreak of H5N1 bird flu at two farms in the capital Lome and the town of Adetikope, about 25 km north of Lome.