Bird flu: Why FDA says milk safe despite 1 in 5 positive tests for virus
Two human cases of bird flu have been confirmed so far, with one likely resulting from exposure to dairy cows.
Doctor debunks accepted cold and flu symptom as 'misconception'
This common myth could stop patients seeking out appropriate treatment for their condition.
Virologist debunks age-old wisdom on treating fever
Following this folk remedy can do more harm than good and deprive your body of what it needs to get better.
Cats and dogs can catch your winter illnesses, owners warned
Reverse zoonosis is when dogs or cats catch diseases from humans, and is more common for viruses like flu or COVID-19.
Italy hospital surge over flu-like illness raises alarm bells: "Very weird"
Hospitals in Italy are being overwhelmed by an increase in admissions of people suffering influenza-like diseases.
Hospital worker fired for not getting flu shot wins payout
The worker, who had asked for an exemption on the grounds of his religious beliefs, was instead fired by his employer.
Cold viruses "may never be the same again"
Disruption caused by COVID lockdowns may have made winter bugs less predictable, with significant consequences for public health.
Christmas Tree Syndrome Explained for Those With Mystery Symptoms
If you find you always have cold-like symptoms after putting up your Christmas tree, you may have what is known as Christmas Tree Syndrome.
WHO wants more answers from China on pneumonia outbreak
A WHO official says the global health agency is looking into antibiotic resistance in China.
Shocked woman finally realizes she's been using Vicks VapoRub wrong
The video has almost 1 million views, and it turns out the woman wasn't the only one using the product incorrectly.
Flu outbreak map as child's death sparks fears about spread of virus
There are more walk-ins with a respiratory illness in southeastern states in the latest recorded week, with the first pediatric flu death in Mississippi.
Pharmacy strikes could mean long lines for flu shots, prescriptions
Walkouts are planned at hundreds of Walgreens locations throughout the country between October 9 and 11.
Contagious outbreak forces animal shelter to halt adoptions as two dogs die
"Wake County Animal Center is taking proactive steps to ensure the health and safety of animals and the community," the shelter said in a statement.
Scientists raise alarm as more cats die from avian flu
In the first cases of H5N1 bird flu detected in cats in the country for seven years, two cats have died from the virus in South Korea.
Dogs could be "patient zero" for virus with potential to infect humans
The study revealed that the virus is mutating in dogs.
Can H3N8 bird flu spread between humans?
The third person ever recorded to have contracted H3N8 bird flu has died in China, with all three infected people having been exposed to live poultry.
What is H3N8 bird flu risk for humans in U.S?
In the third ever case of a human infection by H3N8 bird flu—a different virus to the H5N1 bird flu currently in the U.S.—a woman in China has died.
Montana Grizzly bears acting strangely from highly pathogenic virus killed
In a world first, the three grizzly bears were found to have a form of highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as bird flu.
"I'm a working parent. I'm thousands of dollars worse off"
Like 36 percent of employed Americans, I'm a gig worker. If I don't log my hours, I don't get paid.
Should you let people hold your baby this Christmas?
How worried should parents be about COVID, RSV, Strep, and other seasonal illnesses? Experts reveal how to say "no" to pushy relatives this Christmas.
Biden's Mystifying Failure to Back Next-Generation Vaccines
As Americans head into their third full winter accompanied by COVID-19, the Biden administration continues to disappoint in its management of the pandemic.
Long-standing CBP policy reversed at southern border: "Basic step"
More than 24,000 migrants in Customs and Border Protection facilities have already received their flu vaccination.
Man allergic to his own semen gets sick every time he orgasms
The anonymous 27-year-old man has suffered from coughing, a runny nose, sneezing and a hive-like rash every time he has orgasmed for the last 10 years.
COVID-19 isn't over: Ringo Starr and other musicians share positive tests
The ex-Beatles drummer and singer-songwriter Regina Spektor both recently announced changes to tours following infection.
Colorado Inmate Is First Person in U.S. to Test Positive for H5 Avian Flu
The CDC announced that the one case does not change the human risk assessment for the general public, which is "low" at this time.
Conservatives Pray for Clarence Thomas as SCOTUS Justice Hospitalized
The court said 73-year-old Thomas has been at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C., since March 18 after experiencing "flu-like symptoms."
Why Does My Throat Hurt in the Morning?
Experts tell Newsweek why you may be experiencing throat pain in the morning, when to see a doctor, and treatments to soothe it.
How Worried Americans Should Be About Bird Flu Spreading in U.S.
Avian influenza has been detected in poultry flocks as well as wild birds since January. Experts tell Newsweek what the risk is to humans.
COVID Killed More Americans in Past 2 Weeks Than Flu in Past 3 Seasons
There have been been 22,290 deaths from flu over the past three flu seasons, which spans October to May, compared with more than 31,000 COVID deaths over the last two weeks.
Symptoms of Flurona—COVID and Flu at the Same Time—Explained
Cases of flu in the U.S. are on the increase, the CDC has said, as reports emerge of people catching that virus and COVID at the same time.