This year's flu season is turning out to be brutal. As a new variant known as subclade K spreads rapidly, a study out today offers clues as to how to avoid the annual sickness. Researchers from ...

A surprising flu experiment shows that good airflow and fewer coughs can stop the virus from spreading, even up close.

Tis the season for cooler temps, shorter days and cozy nights by the fire. Unfortunately, this time of year also marks the ...

A group of volunteers spent days locked in a small hotel room with people actively infected with flu. They played games, ...

Researchers set out to create a perfect storm of infection: a cramped hotel room, people actively shedding influenza, and ...

Flu cases are rising across the U.S. Here's what you need to know about symptoms, flu duration and the new strain ...

For years, scientists have warned that bird flu - better known as H5N1 - could one day make the dangerous leap from birds to humans and trigger a global health crisis. Avian flu - a type of influenza ...

When the flu strikes, one of the biggest concerns is how long you might be contagious. Knowing this can help protect your family, friends, and coworkers from catching the virus. This guide from ...

Ohio ranks among states with very high flu activity. Here's what to know about current case numbers, symptoms, and how to ...

As North Carolina illness rates spike post-holidays, here's what to know about the spread of flu, stomach flu and COVID-19.