Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness that can lead to serious complications. Knowing the symptoms, risk factors, and prevention methods is crucial for protecting ...

NOTICE: The project that is the subject of this report was approved by the Governing Board of the National Research Council, whose members are drawn from the councils of the National Academy of ...

The development of a universal influenza vaccine that confers broad and durable protection against a diverse range of circulating and emerging influenza viruses is a long-standing goal for public ...

An analysis of individuals with laboratory-confirmed highly pathogenic A(H5N1) virus infections in the United States reveals conjunctivitis as the primary symptom affecting those exposed to animals, ...

Influenza can be transmitted through the air by larger respiratory droplets and smaller aerosolized particles. It may also be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces. There are many ways to ...

Pediatric flu vaccines significantly reduce the number of childhood cases of influenza, new research from Harvard Medical ...

The most common type of flu is type A. This is the one you’re more likely to get while pregnant. Since the flu can be a severe illness in pregnancy, getting a flu shot is important. Influenza A is the ...

Based on current surveillance indicators, influenza, COVID-19 and RSV activity is classified as low in North Dakota. The current respiratory disease surveillance data for North Dakota, released by the ...

H5N1, also known as avian influenza, is a subtype of influenza virus that infects birds and mammals, including humans in rare instances, says the World Health Organization (WHO).