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Health October 9

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Medical experts share five essential tips for flu shot preparation and recovery, including proper clothing choices, hydration and management of side effects.

Health Care Regulations October 8

Mask mandates return in wealthy blue state county, leaders cite 'risk of COVID' and up vaccine recommendations

A California county known for its vineyards is reinstating a mask mandate and strengthening vaccine guidance, citing “greater COVID risk" as flu season begins.

Health October 8

Vaccine debate heats up as officials weigh splitting combined MMR into single doses

Medical experts and vaccine maker Merck reject HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill's suggestion to split the MMR vaccine into individual measles, mumps and rubella shots.

Health October 7

Researchers unveil surprising flu test that works before symptoms appear

Scientists in Germany have created a novel flu detection method using an edible sensor that produces taste when the influenza virus is present in the mouth.

Health October 5

Hidden infection kills millions of children each year as doctors warn of overlooked symptoms

Professor Elliot Long explains why sepsis in children is difficult to diagnose, with nearly 10% of cases missed in emergency rooms despite being treatable.

VIDEO October 5

Pediatrician discusses 'serious' risk sepsis infections pose to children

Professor Elliot Long, team leader in clinical sciences and emergency research at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Melbourne, Australia, stresses the need for doctors to "listen to the parents" when it comes to catching sepsis in kids.

Travel October 3

CDC reports 19th cruise ship norovirus outbreak this year, affecting passengers and crew

Royal Caribbean International's Serenade of the Seas reported a norovirus outbreak affecting nearly 100 passengers and crew members, marking the 19th cruise ship outbreak this year.

Health October 1

Deadly mosquito-borne virus sparks CDC travel alert — could it reach the US?

Amid growing outbreaks, Americans traveling abroad should use insect repellent and protective clothing to prevent chikungunya virus, experts recommend.

VIDEO September 30

Whistleblower advocate exposes Biden admin's alleged 'political targeting' of conservatives on no-fly list

Empower Oversight president Tristan Leavitt sounds the alarm on the Biden administration's alleged 'political targeting' of conservatives on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

Health September 26

Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches

Flu vaccination timing varies by group, with pregnant women and those over 65 advised to wait until September, while some children may need two doses.

Health September 25

New virus strain spikes in 9 US states with symptoms from brain fog to persistent cough

The XFG variant, also known as Stratus, is now the predominant COVID-19 strain in the U.S. after spreading to 38 countries, according to WHO and CDC data.