Flu - Causes

Learn how to keep your family safe from swine flu, a potentially deadly virus.

While scientists and the government race to control the novel H1N1 outbreak, there are still a few things about this virus that doctors don’t know or understand.

It’s a little early to start celebrating the end of the flu season, which usually stretches out until April, and at the latest, May. However, the good news is that this year’s flu vaccine was expected to be a better match to the most prevalent influenza strains circulating across the country.

Your home is crawling with bacteria. Where are the biggest hotspots?

Find out why this emerging disease could become a global pandemic.

Knowing the symptoms of bacterial meningitis could mean the difference between life and death.

Could your teenager contract meningitis at camp, in the classroom, or at the college dorm? Here, what you can do to reduce your child's risks.

Learn how to keep your child from getting sick without going overboard.

There are several steps you can take to reduce your risk of infection.