Top Cold & Flu News
Get the latest updates on the common cold and flu (influenza) including information on vaccines and treatment.
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Q&A: How Can I Ease Chronic Sinusitis?
A woman who has suffered from chronic sinusitis asks experts for advice on how to treat the condition. Read Summary > -
Vaccinated Kids Protect Unvaccinated from the Flu: Study
Canadian researchers say children who get the flu shot may stop the virus from spreading to others in their communities. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D Strengthens the Immune System
Vitamin D appears to 'arm and trigger' a healthy immune system, a new Danish study suggests. Read Summary > -
Almost Everyone Should Get Flu Shot: CDC
A panel of experts with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that all Americans ages six months and older should get a flu shot next year. Read Summary > -
Dry Weather Boosts Risk of Flu Outbreaks
According to new research, unusually dry skies and low humidity may be responsible for rises in rates of influenza. Read Summary > -
H1N1 Flu Has Not Peaked: WHO
A panel of experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) is reporting that it is "premature" to say that the H1N1 flu pandemic has peaked. Read Summary > -
Obese People, Children Hardest Hit by H1N1 Flu
U.S. researchers say school-aged children and people who are morbidly obese are more likely to become seriously ill or die from the H1N1 flu. Read Summary > -
Seasonal Flu Vaccine Will Include H1N1 Protection
Officials with the World Health Organization have decided that the next regular flu season vaccines will also include protection from the H1N1 flu virus. Read Summary >
