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

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.

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.

Amid concerns about avian flu, officials and wildlife rehabilitators on Cape Cod are monitoring rising cases of dead and sick ...

Malaysian Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad advised the public especially those travelling to flu-ridden nations like Japan to maintain hygiene, observe cough etiquette and avoid crowded ...

While flu season in the United States typically runs from October through March, California flu season peaks in January and February. The Cedars-Sinai Newsroom spoke with Priya Soni, MD, pediatric […] ...

With flu season taking off, you might find yourself seated next to someone coughing his or her head off. And maybe you're wondering what to do about it -- ...

An infectious disease MD explains for how long you're likely to transmit the flu to others, with her advice for preventing viral infection.

The Allen County Board of Health, Mercy Health-St. Rita’s, and Lima Memorial Health System are urging residents to take ...

Lubbock, Texas, is in the midst of a severe flu season, with high cases reported. Similar situation in New Mexico. Learn ...

The United States is seeing a second peak in flu cases this season. After doctor’s office visits for flu dipped early this ...

Flu cases in the city are rising.  That has public health officials reminding people to take precautions. The city says current flu cases are higher than peaks in the past five ...