Flu vaccine reduces heart attacks
A new peer-reviewed systematic review shows that the flu vaccine reduces the risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular events.
Combination flu and COVID-19 vaccines show promise
Early results have been reported for the new combination COVID-19 and flu vaccines are under development by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.
Seasonal flu cases hitting Texas, other Southern states
The seasonal flu has hit Texas, Florida, and a few other Southern states fairly hard during the 2023-24 flu season.
Vaccines approved for pregnant women — Tdap, RSV, COVID, flu
The CDC now recommends the Tdap, RSV, COVID-19, and flu vaccines for pregnant women. These vaccines protect the mother and child.
Getting the RSV, COVID-19, and flu vaccines this fall — updated
This article lays out the timing and age recommendations for receiving the RSV, flu, and COVID-19 vaccines.
Universal flu vaccine has promising clinical trial results
A universal flu vaccine is the unicorn of vaccines. It will provide immunity to various strains of flu for years instead of for just one year.
Recommendations and timing for flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines
We have new recommendations and timing for the RSV, COVID-19, and flu vaccines to protect people against these diseases this fall.
Cold and flu supplements do not work, do not boost the immune system
There are many cold and flu supplements that are pushed on us every winter. Is there any scientific evidence that they work?
Get the flu vaccine for the 2023-24 flu season
All the information you need about the flu vaccine for the 2023-24 flu season. The vaccine saves lives, and that’s the most important point.
Flu vaccine linked to a 40% reduction in risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Published research shows that individuals who have received one flu vaccine have an over 40% reduction in the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.