Subscribe to this tag Need Help with H1N1 Vaccine Fear? Sid the Science Kid Explains How Flu Vaccines Work
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 20, 2009
There's also an iPhone app that helps kids cope with fear of getting a shot.
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Scientists Decode DNA of the Domestic Pig
Science - November 2, 2009
The latest research may aid in efforts to find a new swine flu vaccine for pigs.
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Your Cholesterol Drug Might Help You Weather the Flu
Science - November 2, 2009
Data suggest illness is less likely to be fatal in those taking statins.
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Dutch Scientists: Kids Should Skip Flu Vaccine
Science - October 30, 2009
Children infected with seasonal flu acquire immunity against new flu outbreaks, scientists believe.
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Flu Shots for Moms-to-Be Benefit Babies
Science - October 30, 2009
Vaccination for seasonal influenza may help prevent premature and low-weight births .
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Germs On a Plane: Flying With the Flu
Science - October 28, 2009
Expert panel determined that restricted air travel during a pandemic would not be effective.
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Think You Have the Flu? These 3 Websites Help Evaluate Symptoms
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January W. Payne
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Health - October 23, 2009
When you're feeling feverish, here's a quick way to assess whether you need to see a doctor.
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Production of Swine Flu Vaccine is Way Behind
Science - October 22, 2009
Of the 120 million doses promised by the federal government, only 13 million have been made available.
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Is Your Ferret Sneezing? Pet Catches H1N1 Flu
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - October 20, 2009
Also in flu news: FDA and FTC crack down on bogus swine flu vaccines and cures.
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Democrats More Likely to Get H1N1 Vaccine Than Republicans
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Robert Schlesinger
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Robert Schlesinger - October 16, 2009
Cue questions truth versus truthiness
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Health Buzz: The Mysteries Stumping Swine Flu Experts and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - October 15, 2009
Going beyond willpower to battle obesity; is contraception the best way to lower abortion rates?
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Getting to the Core of H1N1 Flu Deaths
Science - October 13, 2009
Fatalities show lungs are overwhelmed; antiviral drugs, ventilation can rescue patients.
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Health Buzz: A Virus Might Be a Cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
By
Katherine Hobson
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Health - October 9, 2009
Kids and teens skipped seasonal flu vaccine last year; why do women have sex?
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Of Course Children Should Get the H1N1 Vaccine
By
Mary Kate Cary
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Mary Kate Cary - October 8, 2009
Don't buy the uninformed, alarmist warnings against the H1N1 vaccine.
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Health Buzz: Aging Research Wins Nobel Prize and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - October 5, 2009
6 things to know about diabetes and the flu; how will today's babies live to see 100?
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Health Buzz: Advice on Flu Vaccines if a Relative Had Complications and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - October 2, 2009
Most U.S. babies born now will live to be 100; personalizing diet according to genes.
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Diabetes and the Flu: 6 Things You Should Know
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January W. Payne
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Health - October 2, 2009
Diabetics who get seasonal flu or H1N1 face challenges in keeping blood sugar under control.
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Tamiflu, the Primary Flu-Fighting Drug, Found in Rivers
Science - October 1, 2009
Birds hosting flu virus could develop drug-resistant strains if exposed to the waterborne pollutant.
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Kids Will Still Need 2 H1N1 Swine Flu Shots
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - September 11, 2009
Parents may get by with 1 shot, but children won’t be so lucky.
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Health Buzz: Virus Sickens Famed Restaurant’s Patrons and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - September 11, 2009
Retraining the ADHD brain; the most confusing flu season ever?
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Studies: One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works
Science - September 10, 2009
Study found 75 percent to 96 percent of vaccinated people should be protected with only one dose.
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Swine Flu Vaccination Should Target Children First
Science - September 10, 2009
An analysis models the H1N1 virus’s potential spread and various programs to contain it.
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4 Flu Vaccine Doses for Kids This Fall—but Where and When?
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - September 10, 2009
CDC and pediatricians say get the seasonal flu vaccine first, then worry about H1N1 swine flu.
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