At the time of the shutdown, Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Jim O'Neill said "mission-critical ...

As respiratory illnesses rise, flu shots are available for most Americans. A small change this year removes thimerosal from ...

The main strains of influenza virus circulating now are similar to those that caused the severe outbreaks last season.

CSHD said a flu vaccine is needed every season for two reasons. First, the body’s immune response to vaccination declines ...

The CDC forecasts that this virus season will result in a similar level of hospitalizations as last season, though flu may have a more moderate impact compared to 2024-25. 1. In its latest seasonal ...

The illness is believed to be spread mainly by tiny droplets made when people with the flu cough, sneeze, or talk.

Flu season kicks off in October. How bad will it be? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers its prediction.

Spring is here which typically means the flu season is winding down. Well, the CDC says not so fast. A new strain is starting to cause problems. The latest CDC report found that B-viruses are being ...

Here's what to know about the COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines available for respiratory virus season including who is eligible ...

For people whose autumn agenda includes getting vaccinated against respiratory diseases—COVID, flu, and, for some, RSV—this ...

The Maine CDC has launched an ad campaign called "Ask Your Doc," with a goal of clearing up vaccine confusion.

Last year’s flu season was the worst California had seen in years — and state health officials warn this year could ...