Dr. Robert Jacobson, medical director for Mayo Clinic's Primary Care Immunization Program, clears up some misconceptions about COVID-19 and the flu.

New research shows that some strains of influenza may now be extinct following the pandemic, but health professionals stress ...

Yes, you can get your flu and COVID-19 shots at the same time. Don't call them boosters -- they're not just another dose of ...

On September 20, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first influenza (flu) vaccine for at‑home use. The vaccine, ...

The optimal time to get your seasonal flu shot, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is right now: flu ...

Results from a randomized control trial published Nov. 6 in JAMA Network Open show that participants who received mRNA ...

Aug. 15, 2024 — A unique influenza vaccine candidate that's inhaled appears safe and could bolster protection against seasonal and pandemic influenza for people ... New Two-Step Flu Vaccine ...

Receiving an annual flu vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others against the flu and severe illness. Despite extensive research supporting the safety of flu vaccines and hundreds of ...

They can also reduce ... Aug. 20, 2024 — Scientists have discovered why the flu vaccine can perform poorly. They found that a specific type of immune cell, called T follicular helper cells ...

Parents and expectant mums are being urged to ensure flu and other vaccinations are up to date to protect them from respiratory illnesses ...

Influenza, or the flu, is a common respiratory virus. How long the flu lasts depends on several factors, including age, symptoms, and overall health. The flu, including with a fever, can last ...