pneumonia

Flu Deaths Higher Among Seniors With Dementia

Health - October 30, 2009

Study suggests mortality rate may be linked to health-care inadequacies more >>

Face Masks for Patients May Leak, Spread Germs

Health - October 9, 2009

Health-care workers should take precautions, especially given H1N1 pandemic, experts say more >>

CDC Links Infections With Swine Flu Deaths

Health - September 30, 2009

Nearly a third of U.S. victims were also infected with pneumococcus or other bacteria, agency reports more >>

Ulcer Preventative May Raise Pneumonia Risks

Health - September 18, 2009

Trend seen in hospital patients also leads to higher costs, study finds more >>

Cold, Flu or Pneumonia? Answer May Lie in Blood Test

Health - August 6, 2009

Gene signature detects differences in viral, bacterial infections, study finds more >>

Many Young Adults Uninformed About Vaccines

Health - July 22, 2009

More awareness of benefits of shots for preventable diseases needed, study shows more >>

Fewer Shots Could Still Protect Kids From Pneumonia

Health - July 7, 2009

Reduced-dose schedule for PCV-7 vaccine supported by study findings more >>

Statins May Not Protect Against Pneumonia

Health - June 18, 2009

Hope that the drugs could fight infection was premature, expert says more >>

Acid-Suppressing Meds May Boost Pneumonia Risks

Health - May 26, 2009

Routine use in hospitalized patients should be re-evaluated, experts say more >>

Mild Flu Season Coming to a Close

Health - April 16, 2009

Outpatient visits, deaths were lower than previous year, CDC says more >>

Flu Strikes a Milder Blow This Season

Health - April 8, 2009

Effective vaccine and more vaccinations among young people helped, experts say more >>

Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Lifespan

Health - March 23, 2009

Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients more >>

U.S. Flu Season Off to Slow Start

Health - February 3, 2009

Fewer cases so far suggest a mild flu season, officials say more >>

Meningitis Vaccine Seems to Work Like a Charm

Health - January 14, 2009

Study finds it has led to a considerable reduction in infection rates more >>

Climate Change May Boost Contact With Pollutants

Health - December 26, 2008

Exposure to elevated ozone levels associated with increased hospital admissions more >>

Steroid Inhalers Raise Pneumonia Risk for Lung Disease Patients

Health - November 25, 2008

People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder must weigh risks, benefits, experts say more >>

Coconut Oil May Help Fight Childhood Pneumonia

Health - October 30, 2008

Symptoms eased faster when it was added toantibiotic therapy, study found more >>

Health Tip: Treating Pneumonia

Health - October 30, 2008

Some general suggestions more >>

Statins Reduced Death Risk From Pneumonia

Health - October 28, 2008

One-third lower mortality for hospitalized patients, study found more >>

Pneumonia Vaccine Lowers Chances of Heart Attack

Health - October 6, 2008

50% reduction in risk seen 2 years later in Canadian study more >>

Silver-Coated Ventilator Tubes Cut Risk of Pneumonia

Health - August 19, 2008

Antimicrobial properties blocked bacteria formation, delayed onset of lung inflammation more >>

Health Buzz: An Exercise Pill and Other Health News

Health - August 1, 2008

Flu vaccine problems for seniors, HIV screening in women, and cheaper dental care. more >>

Flu Vaccine Doesn't Protect Seniors From Pneumonia