Flu Season
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December 20, 2024 at 8:27 PM

US flu season is underway, as cases surge in some areas and vaccinations lag

The U.S. flu season is underway
December 20, 2024 at 8:27 PM
FILE - A sign for flu vaccination is displayed outside of a grocery store in Glenview, Ill., Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
December 3, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Flu cases rise among kids, plus how to prepare a 'flu box', according to an ER doctor

A pediatric emergency medicine physician shares how to prepare for flu season with a "flu box" or "sick box."
December 3, 2024 at 9:32 PM
Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency medicine physician, shared a TikTok post highlighting which items she suggests keeping on hand for flu season.
November 30, 2024 at 6:07 PM

Protecting yourself during cold and flu season

Dr. Patel discusses the preventative measures you can take to protect yourself during cold and flu season.
November 30, 2024 at 6:07 PM
VIDEO: Protecting yourself during cold and flu season
1 month ago

What you need to know this cold, flu season

ABC News’ Medical Correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton is here with what you need to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
1 month ago
VIDEO: What you need to know this cold, flu season
2 months ago

Cold and flu season checklist

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton discusses how to prepare at home for the upcoming cold and flu season.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Cold and flu season checklist
2 months ago

FDA OKs 1st over-the-counter combo flu and COVID test outside of emergency use

The FDA has authorized the first over-the-counter combination COVID-19 and flu test outside of emergency use, which delivers results at home in about 15 minutes.
2 months ago
The Healgen Rapid Check COVID-19/Flu A&B Antigen Test seen here.
3 months ago

Flu vaccine lowered risk of hospitalization in Southern Hemisphere by 35%: CDC study

This year's flu vaccine reduced the risk of hospitalization in the Southern Hemisphere but wasn't as effective as the one used in the prior season, a new CDC study found.
3 months ago
Dr. Gaurav Shinde gives Giti Noroozi, 85, her vaccinations for COVID and her flu shot at the Walgreens pharmacy in Torrance, Calif., on Sept. 5, 2024. In this photo Noroozi received the Fluzone H,D. for influenza.
3 months ago

Flu deaths in children hit new record as vaccination rates decrease: CDC

There were 200 pediatric flu-related deaths in the 2023-2024 season, compared to the previous high of 199 during the 2019-2022 season.
3 months ago
A child is given a flu shot.
3 months ago

Pediatric emergency doctor shares what should be in your 'flu box'

Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency physician, shares how parents can prepare for flu season by creating a "flu box."
3 months ago
Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency physician, shares how parents can prepare for flu season by creating a "flu box."
3 months ago

Preparing kids for a flu shot

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton outlines four easy steps to prepare kids for a flu shot.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Preparing kids for a flu shot
7 months ago

2nd human case of bird flu connected to dairy cow outbreak, confirmed in Michigan

A Michigan farmworker who worked with cows has been diagnosed with bird flu, which is the second human case associated with an outbreak in U.S. dairy cows.
7 months ago
VIDEO: 2nd human case of bird flu connected to dairy cow outbreak, confirmed in Michigan
8 months ago

CDC issues urgent alert bird flu

The Centers for Disease Control warns health care providers to look out for sick patients who may have had contact with birds or livestock.
8 months ago
VIDEO: CDC issues urgent alert bird flu
9 months ago

3-year-old battling flu, RSV gets wish to see his family again

April Nelson said the reunion between her children was "beautiful."
9 months ago
April Nelson’s son Tay had a wish granted by the nonprofit Little Wishes. Tay, who has been in the hospital with the flu and RSV, was gifted his very own tablet and was able to go outside and reunite with his family.
10 months ago

'High,' 'very high' levels of respiratory virus activity seen in half of states: CDC

New CDC data updated Friday shows 25 states are experiencing ‘high’ or ‘very high’ levels of respiratory illness activity.
10 months ago
Doctors look over a COVID-19 patient in the Medical Intensive care unit (MICU) at St. Luke's Boise Medical Center in Boise, Idaho, Aug. 31, 2021.
10 months ago

Flu cases on the rise in US

With many states reporting "very high" levels of flu, the CDC recommends staying up to date on vaccinations and taking preventative steps.
10 months ago
VIDEO: Flu cases on the rise in US
1 year ago

New CDC respiratory illness numbers

The agency says both flu and COVID hospitalizations have decreased over the last few weeks.
1 year ago
VIDEO: New CDC respiratory illness numbers
1 year ago

Respiratory illness numbers declining across states

Twenty-three states are experiencing "high" or "very high" levels of respiratory illnesses, according to health officials.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Respiratory illness numbers declining across states
1 year ago

CDC cautions against high respiratory illness cases

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the spread of respiratory illnesses appears to be slowing, for now.
1 year ago
VIDEO: CDC cautions against high respiratory illness cases
1 year ago

States report rising levels of flu, COVID and RSV

At least 38 states have reported high or very high levels of respiratory illnesses.
1 year ago
VIDEO: States report rising levels of flu, COVID and RSV
1 year ago

CDC warns respiratory illnesses continue to spread

At least 38 states are now showing "high" or "very high" cases of illness including, COVID-19, flu and RSV.
1 year ago
VIDEO: CDC warns respiratory illnesses continue to spread
1 year ago

Respiratory illnesses elevated in 38 states, according to CDC

Data from the the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows respiratory illnesses are elevated in 38 states.
1 year ago
1 year ago

Indoor mask requirements reinstated in hospitals in 9 states and NYC

Some hospitals are returning to masking, given the rise of respiratory illnesses like COVID, RSV and the flu.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Indoor mask requirements reinstated in hospitals in 9 states and NYC
1 year ago

Public hospitals in this city bring back mask mandates in certain areas

New York City Health + Hospitals is bringing back indoor masking across its buildings in areas where patients are being cared for amid a rise in respiratory viruses.
1 year ago
Pedestrians dressed for cold weather walk in Lower Manhattan in New York City, January 2, 2024.
1 year ago

Partial mask mandate returns to New York City public hospitals

COVID and flu cases have been rising across the United States.
1 year ago
COVID and flu cases have been rising across the United States.
1 year ago

Hospitals in at least 6 states are requiring masks indoors

Amid a rise in COVID and flu cases and hospitalizations, several hospitals across the U.S. are reinstating mask requirements for staff and visitors.
1 year ago
Michael Nason and Donna Nason wear face masks in Union Station, Aug. 31, 2023, in Los Angeles.
1 year ago

Alarming rise in respiratory illnesses

Some hospitals are bringing back masks, with 31 states and Washington, D.C., seeing high or very high levels of infection from flu, COVID, RSV and the common cold.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Alarming rise in respiratory illnesses
1 year ago

Doctors warn of a spike in respiratory infections

Across the country, health officials are seeing a rise in respiratory illnesses like RSV, COVID, the flu, and the common cold.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Doctors warn of a spike in respiratory infections
1 year ago

Respiratory illness cases rising in the US

ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton provides an update on the increase in respiratory illnesses across the country.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Respiratory illness cases rising in the US
1 year ago

The latest on RSV, flu and COVID

ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton answers questions about the illnesses that continue to spread this holiday season.
1 year ago
VIDEO: The latest on RSV, flu and COVID
1 year ago

Hospitals see increase in respiratory illness ahead of holidays

23 states plus New York City and Washington DC are seeing high or very high levels of respiratory illnesses.
1 year ago
VIDEO: rease in respiratory illness ahead of holidays
1 year ago

Flu vaccine reduces the risk of hospitalization in infants, study shows

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down a new study that showed how flu vaccines reduced the risk of hospitalization in infants younger than 6 months.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Flu vaccine reduces the risk of hospitalization in infants, study shows
1 year ago

Respiratory illness on the rise

Seventeen states plus NYC are experiencing high levels of infection including RSV, COVID and flu.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Respiratory illness on the rise
1 year ago

Flu and COVID cases climb as CDC says RSV is peaking

Hospitals are seeing an increase in respiratory illnesses ahead of the holiday season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Flu and COVID cases climb as CDC says RSV is peaking
1 year ago

Respiratory infections on the rise: CDC

Health officials are urging eligible patients to be vaccinated for the flu, COVID, and RSV.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Respiratory infections on the rise: CDC
1 year ago

COVID-19, flu continue to increase but CDC director believes US has hit peak of RSV

New CDC data updated on Friday shows COVID and flu hospitalizations continue to increase across the U.S. as the CDC director says she believes we've hit the peak of RSV.
1 year ago
In this Jan. 31, 2022, file photo, healthcare workers treat a Covid-19 patient on the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) floor at Hartford Hospital in Hartford, Conn.
1 year ago

Cases of RSV, COVID-19 and the flu on the rise

Eleven states are now reporting “high” or “very high” levels of respiratory illnesses.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Cases of RSV, COVID-19 and the flu on the rise
1 year ago

How your mood could affect your flu shot

A new article suggests that your attitude, gut health and other factors have been shown to boost immune response. Dr. Jen Ashton explains.
1 year ago
VIDEO: How your mood could affect your flu shot
1 year ago

Cases of respiratory illnesses are on the rise

Eleven states, plus New York and Puerto Rico, are experiencing high or very high levels of respiratory illness activity.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Cases of respiratory illnesses are on the rise
1 year ago

How to avoid respiratory viruses and stay healthy over the holidays

Experts continue to stress that current vaccination is one of the most important factors in reducing the spread of respiratory disease.
1 year ago
Experts continue to stress that current vaccination is one of the most important factors in reducing the spread of respiratory disease.
1 year ago

Activity already high amid flu season

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that several states are grappling with elevated flu activity.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Activity already high amid flu season
1 year ago

Hospitals brace for a potential ‘tripledemic’ season

As influenza surges in seven states, health officials said they fear that infections of flu, covid and RSV may rise as Americans gather for the holidays.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Hospitals brace for a potential ‘tripledemic’ season
1 year ago

Updates on flu and COVID-19 vaccines

With new flu and COVID-19 vaccines available, which one is the right one for you?
1 year ago
With new flu and COVID-19 vaccines available, which one is the right one for you?
1 year ago

Flu, COVID shots together safe after review of potential stroke risk: Experts

Older adults who got a COVID booster and a high-dose version of the flu vaccine together may have an increased risk of stroke, according to a new FDA-funded study.
1 year ago
A unidentified Department of Health and Mental Hygiene employee holds a Covid-19 Moderna booster shot, on Oct. 10, 2023, at City Hall in New York.
1 year ago

1st participant dosed in phase 3 of Moderna's combo COVID, flu vaccine trial

Moderna announced the first participant has been dosed in the company's phase 3 clinical trial of its combination flu and COVID vaccine.
1 year ago
In this Feb. 13, 2021, file photo, the headquarters of pharmaceutical company Moderna is shown in Cambridge, Mass.
1 year ago

Flu, RSV starting to circulate but cases remain lower than last year: CDC

Flu and other respiratory viruses, like RSV, are starting to circulate but levels are not as high as they were this time last year, CDC data shows.
1 year ago
Ziyad Salem cares for his eight-and-a-half-month-old son Omran Salem, who is in the intensive care unit of the pediatric clinic at St. Joseph Hospital with a respiratory infection and is receiving non-invasive ventilation, Dec. 13, 2022 in Berlin.
1 year ago

Teen has hands, legs amputated after flu-like symptoms turn out to be rare infection

Amid what his parents thought was a case of the flu, 14-year-old Mathias Uribe started to experience serious health complications due to a bacterial infection, which ultimately led to his amputations.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Teen has hands, legs amputated after flu-like symptoms turn out to be rare infection
1 year ago

Ice-T discusses partnership with Sanofi during flu season

Ice-T sits down with Rocsi Diaz to discuss his partnership with our sponsor, Sanofi, to build awareness around the flu season and how important it is to get your flu vaccine.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Ice-T discusses partnership with Sanofi during flu season
1 year ago
1 year ago

COVID, RSV and influenza likely to impact health care system this year: CDC

This year’s respiratory virus season is set to be a repeat of last year’s, with COVID-19, RSV and influenza impacting the health care system at the same time, per the CDC
1 year ago
Empty patient room at Neuroscience ICU at South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore, New York.
1 year ago

Early data shows promising news for upcoming flu season

Flu-related hospitalizations in South American were reduced by 52% due to vaccinations during the 2023 Southern Hemisphere's flu season, according to the CDC.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Early data shows promising news for upcoming flu season