Even if you don’t have flu symptoms ( such as body aches, fever, fatigue and cough) yet, you can still spread the illness.

Here we explain who's most at risk and key warning signs to watch for ... "The best way to protect yourself is by getting a flu shot yearly, washing your hands regularly, and staying home when ...

Flu activity remains "elevated" in the United States but is starting to show signs of abating ... vaccinated with the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Additionally, just 46.7% of adults ages ...

Fluctuating weather patterns — with sudden shifts in temperature — are known to weaken the immune system, making people more susceptible to viral infections.

Not long after the first flu shot was introduced in 1945 by University of Michigan virologist Thomas Francis and his ...

In February 2025, flu rates spiked to the highest levels seen in at least 15 years, with flu outpacing COVID-19 infections ...

Flu shot effectiveness varies from year to year ... hallucinations or other signs of “influenza-associated encephalopathy or encephalitis” — and a more severe subtype called “acute ...

Oklahoma recently saw a record number of flu-related hospitalizations, leading to numerous school closures and cleaning days.

Smith emphasized the importance of getting a flu shot each season. While the vaccine does not guarantee complete immunity, it helps reduce the severity of illness and prevent its spread.