A new combination of drugs, including a compound present in chocolate, can treat several influenza strains, including bird and swine flu, a new study has found. The drug combination of chocolate ...

A new and unlicensed treatment for swine flu could be used in patients who have Tamiflu-resistant viruses, doctors say. In an article published Friday in the medical journal Lancet, British doctors ...

Dr. Edwards answers the question: 'How Many Shots Should I Get This Season?' September 1, 2009 -- Question: How many shots should I be getting this flu season? Answer: This flu season, the number of ...

Researchers have developed a new type of flu treatment that could have a dramatic impact on the fight against influenza and potentially, other viruses too. This method involves an antibody cocktail, ...

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The late-season spread of the flu is surprising doctors and patients alike. According to experts, flu activity across the country is typically waning by April or May each year.

Oct. 26 -- SUNDAY, Oct. 25 (HealthDay News) -- President Barack Obama has declared the H1N1 swine flu a national emergency. His proclamation, signed Friday night and released by the White House ...

Strategy for H1N1 Vaccine Delivery in Skokie, Illinois, Improved Access With H1N1 vaccine shortages reported at the end of 2009, the Skokie Health Department successfully vaccinated residents and high ...

The national capital has witnessed a sharp rise in swine flu infections over the past 24 hours. Reports indicate that 54% of ...