influenza

The Florida Department of Health found that influenza cases from August to September were higher than expected, which could be an indication of an above-average season. Meantime, COVID continues to linger.

Health officials advise residents not to let their guards down when it comes to infection control as the flu is still more prevalent in the community than it typically is over the summer.

The panel unanimously recommended certain flu vaccines for seniors, whose weakened immune systems don’t respond as well to traditional shots.

More social distancing led to fewer cases during the last flu season, but that means people didn’t have an opportunity to build immunity.

Experts say precautions put in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus have caused a dramatic drop in cases of the flu, both in Florida and across the country.

Global health organizations have put themselves on high alert over the coronavirus , a deadly illness that originated in China, and has made it's way to...

Flu activity in Florida increased statewide last week and is now above last year's peak activity, according to the Florida Department of Health.Notbable…

Florida Blue has teamed up with Walgreens to offer free flu shots every Thursday in October from 10 a.m. until noon on a first-come, first-served…

The flu has forced one school in Pinellas County to close and others in the Tampa Bay area to send warnings home to parents.

Health officials say the United States could have a harsher than usual flu season, and is already showing influenza activity above the national baseline…

Florida health officials have confirmed seven cases of H3N2 canine influenza in the state.

It’s that time of year again. Perhaps you recently went into a pharmacy or grocery store, spotted the sign reminding you to get your flu shot and said...