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Hamilton County health officials are warning of an outbreak of a parvovirus infection that could be dangerous to unborn babies.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new vaccine advisory committee endorsed fall flu vaccinations Thursday for just ...

Regenstrief Institute. "Study reveals gaps in flu treatment for high-risk adults." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 22 April 2025. <www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2025 / 04 / 250422131245.htm>.

Treatment for flu and COVID-19 is especially important for people with severe illness and those who are at high risk of serious complications based on their age or medical conditions.

Thanks to folks like Moreno and Husted, our access to flu-prevention treatment could now be a literal shot in the dark, writes Barbara Kaplan of Peninsula in a letter to the editor.

The announcement comes as flu cases continue to rise across the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu activity is currently high in several states, including Ohio.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates over 24 million flu cases in the U.S., reinforcing the urgency of understanding available treatment options.

While current flu vaccines provide protection against several strains of influenza A and B, the virus’s ability to evolve rapidly means that immunity may not always be sufficient.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Doctors at Prisma Health Richland in Columbia said they're seeing a significant surge in flu cases, and they're urging the public to seek early treatment and to know when to ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- According to public health officials, the nation is seeing the worst flu season in 15 years. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 24 ...

What’s the difference between Flu A vs. flu B? Doctors explain the two common strains of the flu, including symptoms, treatment, prevention, and vaccines.