October 24, 2015 Adults only catch flu around twice a decade, study finds Adults only get flu twice a decade on average, scientists have found, suggesting that most of the coughs and colds that keep millions of people off work every year are down to other bugs.
October 24, 2015 Toddler's nearly unheard-of allergy almost kills her A two-and-a-half-year-old Pennsylvania girl did something unremarkable while at a Walmart—and it almost killed her.
October 24, 2015 In twist, scientists join tobacco companies to fight cancer Scientists who have devoted years developing medicines to cure disease are now working for tobacco companies to make e-cigarettes.
October 24, 2015 Rolling walkers ease outdoor walks for lung disease patients A rolling walker, known as a rollator, can help people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) walk outdoors more easily and for a longer time, according to a small trial in The Netherlands.
October 24, 2015 US advisory panel recommends Prevnar 13 vaccine for older adults An influential U.S. medical advisory panel on Wednesday recommended that people 65 and older be given Pfizer Inc's blockbuster Prevnar 13 vaccine to protect against pneumococcal bacteria that can cause pneumonia and other infections.
October 24, 2015 How smartphones can help asthma sufferers As smartphones become ubiquitous, several companies are taking advantage of these portable computers to track when and where people with asthma need their medication
October 24, 2015 Common cleaning products can trigger asthma symptoms Fumes from cleaning products used at work can make existing asthma worse, according to a new study of professional cleaning service employees.
October 24, 2015 Flu and other viral infections could be stopped by boosting natural protein Boosting a naturally occurring protein may help the body to detect and fend off certain viral infections on its own.
October 24, 2015 Why women's allergic reactions can be more severe than men's Studies have shown that women tend to suffer more severe allergic reactions than men, and now researchers may have uncovered a clue as to why.
October 24, 2015 20 surprising ways to prevent colds and flu Considering that the 2012 flu season was one of the worst on record, it's well worth arming yourself against aches, cough, fever and general misery. For reality-tested tips that actually work, we turned to doctors, politicians, makeup artists and other brave souls who are exposed to viruses every day.