Health experts are urging the public to get an annual flu shot to guard against at least one of the respiratory health threats out there this season.

Michigan's chief medical executive says the vaccine "reduces severe complications" of the flu, including hospitalization.

Early signs point to what’s likely to be an active flu season this winter, and health officials say now is the time to get a flu shot ahead of planned holiday travel and gatherings.

Experts are warning the United States could face a tough flu season. A strain of influenza linked to more serious illness is ...

Pregnant women and adults over 75 among priority groups for RSV protection as respiratory virus season approaches in Ohio.

A new flu variant and low rates of flu vaccinations are leading health experts to believe that the U.S. may be bracing for a severe flu season. Experts recommend that everyone who is eligible get ...

KENT COUNTY, Mich — As fall approaches, health experts are encouraging people to schedule flu shots along with their trips to pumpkin patches. Dr. Andrew Jameson, an infectious disease physician with ...

If you have a fear of needles and are nervous about getting the flu shot, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that up to 25% of adults have a strong fear of needles. Enter FluMist, the nasal flu vaccine.

Dr. Shirin Mazumder, an infectious diseases doctor with Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare, shares the best time to get ...

The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the ...

The Department of Human Resources once again will offer free flu shots to faculty and staff during the annual Benefits Fair Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday, Nov. 9, from 8 a.m.