Early estimates suggest the flu vaccine performed well in a U.S. winter flu season that has already dissipated. Flu vaccines were more than 40% effective in preventing adults from getting sick enough from the flu that they would have to go to a doctor’s office, clinic or hospital. Health officials generally are pleased if a flu vaccine is 40% to 60% effective.
Annual flu vaccines are in a constant race against a rapidly mutating virus that may one day cause the next pandemic. A one-time vaccine protecting against all variants could give humanity a leg up.
As respiratory viruses ticked upward in late November, health officials braced for what they called a "tripledemic" of RSV, flu and COVID-19 cases leading to widespread infection. That winter surge represented a respiratory virus peak, and experts say cases are now declining.
As respiratory viruses ticked upward in late November, health officials braced for what they called a "tripledemic" of RSV, flu and COVID-19 cases leading to widespread infection. That winter surge represented a respiratory virus peak, and experts say cases are now declining.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said visits to doctors' offices for flu-like illnesses fell for a sixth straight week.
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RSV, influenza, COVID-19 and other viruses have strained children's hospitals across the U.S., including LA's Loma Linda University Children's Hospital.
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Patients may need to take alternative drugs or formulations, but people are still being treated, pharmacists say.
Social media users shared a range of false claims this week. Here are the facts.
It’s a sniffle, a tickle in the throat and a headache. Or a fever, congestion and fatigue. Could it be COVID, the flu or RSV? The only way to know for sure: Get tested.
There are many things you can do to help your pets when they’re sick.
MONDAY, Dec. 26, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- With flu rampant in the United States, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to be wary of over-the-counter products that promise to cure you of influenza, prevent it or reduce its severity.
Tamar Braxton feared she was going to die when she fell ill with flu and struggled to breathe.
If you're feeling sick, it can be tough to differentiate among COVID-19, the flu and RSV. It's also prime time to get a cold. Here's what to know.
THURSDAY, Dec. 22, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Public health experts have been warning of a “tripledemic” of respiratory viruses this fall and winter, so the American Lung Association has some tips for breathing easier this holiday season.
According to a survey of 2,000 US adults conducted by OnePoll, the average person gets sick three times a year.
According to a survey of 2,000 US adults conducted by OnePoll, the average person gets sick three times a year.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- The Biden administration announced Wednesday it will release an unspecified number of doses of Tamiflu from the Strategic National Stockpile to U.S. states as the country deals with an early and challenging flu season, the Associated Press reported.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Having trouble finding influenza meds at your local pharmacy? You're not alone. Now, flu-infected patients will have better access to prescription medicines as the U.S. government releases doses of Tamiflu from the Strategic National Stockpile.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) – Cold, dry winter air and a trio of spreading viruses could cause children's asthma to flare up this winter season.
With 30 flu deaths in children nationwide, officials urge flu shots for everyone six months old and older.
TUESDAY, Dec. 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- As a tripledemic of the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) continues to spread across the United States, customers at two major pharmacy chains will now be limited as to how much children's pain relievers and fever-reducing medications they can buy for their sick child.
TUESDAY, Dec. 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- As a tripledemic of the flu, COVID and RSV continues to spread across the United States, customers at two major pharmacy chains will now be limited as to how much children’s pain relievers and fever-reducing medications they can buy for their sick child.
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