Saturday, November 21, 2009

influenza

Need Help with H1N1 Vaccine Fear? Sid the Science Kid Explains How Flu Vaccines Work

There's also an iPhone app that helps kids cope with fear of getting a shot. more >>

Scientists Decode DNA of the Domestic Pig

The latest research may aid in efforts to find a new swine flu vaccine for pigs. more >>

Your Cholesterol Drug Might Help You Weather the Flu

Data suggest illness is less likely to be fatal in those taking statins. more >>

Dutch Scientists: Kids Should Skip Flu Vaccine

Children infected with seasonal flu acquire immunity against new flu outbreaks, scientists believe. more >>

Flu Shots for Moms-to-Be Benefit Babies

Vaccination for seasonal influenza may help prevent premature and low-weight births . more >>

Germs On a Plane: Flying With the Flu

Expert panel determined that restricted air travel during a pandemic would not be effective. more >>

Think You Have the Flu? These 3 Websites Help Evaluate Symptoms

When you're feeling feverish, here's a quick way to assess whether you need to see a doctor. more >>

Production of Swine Flu Vaccine is Way Behind

Of the 120 million doses promised by the federal government, only 13 million have been made available. more >>

Is Your Ferret Sneezing? Pet Catches H1N1 Flu

Also in flu news: FDA and FTC crack down on bogus swine flu vaccines and cures. more >>

Democrats More Likely to Get H1N1 Vaccine Than Republicans

Cue questions truth versus truthiness more >>

Health Buzz: The Mysteries Stumping Swine Flu Experts and Other Health News

Going beyond willpower to battle obesity; is contraception the best way to lower abortion rates? more >>

Getting to the Core of H1N1 Flu Deaths

Fatalities show lungs are overwhelmed; antiviral drugs, ventilation can rescue patients. more >>

Health Buzz: A Virus Might Be a Cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Kids and teens skipped seasonal flu vaccine last year; why do women have sex? more >>

Of Course Children Should Get the H1N1 Vaccine

Don't buy the uninformed, alarmist warnings against the H1N1 vaccine. more >>

Health Buzz: Aging Research Wins Nobel Prize and Other Health News

6 things to know about diabetes and the flu; how will today's babies live to see 100? more >>

Health Buzz: Advice on Flu Vaccines if a Relative Had Complications and Other Health News

Most U.S. babies born now will live to be 100; personalizing diet according to genes. more >>

Diabetes and the Flu: 6 Things You Should Know

Diabetics who get seasonal flu or H1N1 face challenges in keeping blood sugar under control. more >>

Tamiflu, the Primary Flu-Fighting Drug, Found in Rivers

Birds hosting flu virus could develop drug-resistant strains if exposed to the waterborne pollutant. more >>

Kids Will Still Need 2 H1N1 Swine Flu Shots

Parents may get by with 1 shot, but children won’t be so lucky. more >>

Health Buzz: Virus Sickens Famed Restaurant’s Patrons and Other Health News

Retraining the ADHD brain; the most confusing flu season ever? more >>

Studies: One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works

Study found 75 percent to 96 percent of vaccinated people should be protected with only one dose. more >>

Swine Flu Vaccination Should Target Children First

An analysis models the H1N1 virus’s potential spread and various programs to contain it. more >>

4 Flu Vaccine Doses for Kids This Fall—but Where and When?

CDC and pediatricians say get the seasonal flu vaccine first, then worry about H1N1 swine flu. more >>

Roche: Few Cases of Tamiflu-Resistant Swine Flu

CDC Study: Swine Flu Deaths Higher in Older Kids

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