While we often refer to it as "the flu," the influenza virus has several strains, with flu A and flu B considered the most ...

Illinois is seeing a "notable increase" in hospital admissions for flu cases, according to state health officials, as levels of respiratory viruses continue to tick up. But which type of flu is ...

Flu A and Flu B are distinct viruses, each with its own challenges. Understanding the difference helps you protect your health against the flu battle.

Schools around the country are closing due to surges of flu and other illnesses which are sickening students and staff. Here's what parents need to know.

UC San Francisco's Rais Vohra, MD, explains recent increase in reported virus infections and the risks of consuming raw cow’s milk.

Still, it is wise to treat anyone with severe gastrointestinal symptoms as if they could have norovirus, prompting those ...

Here's what parents need to know about the influenza vaccine for babies and children, plus why it's so important.

Michigan's largest health system urges patients to seek non-emergency care at sites other than its ERs amid a surge in flu, ...

H5N1, known as bird flu, has been detected in a backyard poultry flock in San Mateo County, the California Department of Food ...

Feeling under the weather? In Texas, cedar can bring sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes, but so can the flu, COVID-19 and other illnesses.

For a second time this season, at least 41 states are reporting high or very high levels of the flu. Here's how to stay safe.

Flu season spiked in December 2024, meaning it's officially behind us. Right? Well, not exactly—at least not this year. While flu cases typically peak once a season and then start to decline, new data ...