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The US Government Studied H1N1 in Members of the Air Force

Experts are reporting what they learned during the H1N1 outbreak at the U.S. Air Force Academy this summer.

Doctors Fear They Have No Room For Swine Flu Patients

A new poll shows nearly 90% of emergency room physicians worry they won't have room or staffing to care for additional flu patients.

Pneumonia Vaccine

Because of the threat of H1N1 flu, the CDC has changed its recommendations on who should get the pneumonia shot.

Two-Thirds of Americans May Not Get the H1N1 Vaccine

A new report shows two-thirds of Americans may not get the H1N1 vaccine because they fear it's not safe.

Last Year's Flu Shot May Have Helped Some Against H1N1

There is preliminary evidence that last year's seasonal flu shot may have protected some people from the swine flu.

There Are Already Shortages of the Flu Vaccine

Over 70 million doses of the seasonal flu vaccine have been distributed this year, yet many clinics and doctor's offices are reporting shortages.

Your More Likely to Wash Your Hands If Someone's Watching

People are more likely to wash their hands if they think someone is watching them.

Seasonal Flu: Dr. Nancy Tells You What You Need to Know

NBC's Dr. Nancy Snyderman and Ann Curry Discuss key topics concerning the seasonal flu.

Testing Too Quickly For H1N1 Could Produce Bad Results

The CDC says rapid tests for the H1N1 flu virus could provide false negatives.

Germs: Dr. Nancy has the Tips on How to Avoid Them

NBC's Dr. Nancy Snyderman and Dr. Nathan Litman talk with Ann curry as part of "Flu Free Today", focusing on germs.

Flu Scams: Don't Buy Fake Tamiflu

There are products that claim to prevent, diagnose and treat the swine flu. Can they be trusted?

People With Heart Issues Are At High Risk With the Flu

The flu is especially dangerous for people with heart problems.

Flu Vaccine Side Effects: One Woman's Story of Dystonia

One woman's story of how getting the flu vaccine led to a rare and crippling disease called Dystonia.

Flu Cases Continue to Rise On College Campuses

Flu-like illnesses continue to increase on college campuses.

Flu Activity

NBC's Tracie Potts reports on H1N1 and seasonal flu activity.

Less Than Half of Parents Will Vaccinate Their Kids for H1N1

Less than half of surveyed parents say they plan to give their children the H1N1 flu vaccine.

Flu Update

NBC's Tom Costello reports on the latest surrounding the swine flu and seasonal flu.

Some Doctors Not Convinced All Kids Need H1N1 Shot

Parents and even doctors differ on whether children should get the H1N1 vaccine.

Spoon in Lung

A piece of plastic spoon was found in a North Carolina man¿s lung after nearly two years. NBC¿s Ron Mott reports.

Asthmatic Children Are Vulnerable to the Flu

Children with underlying conditions like asthma are particularly vulnerable to the flu.

ER's and Swine Flu: Overflow of Patients

The emergency room at Cook Childrens¿ Hospital is normally a busy place. But never in the history of the hospital has it been like this, because of swine flu.

Texas Teen Dies From Swine Flu

A Forth Worth, Texas teen died five days after coming home from school because she was feeling sick.

Those Who Need the H1N1 Vaccine Most May Not Get It

Robert Bazell (NBC Nightly News) reports that the initial doses of the swine flu vaccine may be in a form that those who desperately need it, can't take.

Hospitals Use Different Tactics to Fight Swine Flu

Some hospitals are having to take unusual steps to treat the swine flu.

Dogs May Need Flu Shos Too

Dogs may also need a flu shot this fall.

Some Airports Give Flu Shots to Passengers

Some US airports are offering flu shots to passengers waiting to board their flights.

Flu Shot or Flu Mist? Which One is Better for Me?

Is the flu shot or the newer nasal spray more effective?

The Flu Season

There is something you can do right now to guard against the double threat of this year's flu season. NBC's Robert Bazell reports.

Flu Emergency Kits

It's important to have a flu emergency kit. We'll show you how to make one.

Swine Flu Report

NBC's Tom Costello reports on the upcoming swine flu season as some predict more than half the country could be infected.

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