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Recent Cold & Flu Articles
New 5-in-1 Vaccine May Reduce Number of Pediatric Shots
By as many as one-third
Most Asthmatics Aren’t Getting Flu Shot
Nearly two-thirds of this high-risk population went without the vaccine, U.S. study shows
New Bird Flu Vaccine Shows Promise
Whole-virus version safe, effective and can be made quickly, researchers say
Smallpox Drug May Protect Against Common Cold
It reduced ability of adenovirus to replicate in key organs
10% of U.S. Kids Using Cough Medicine Every Week
Researchers find decongestants and antihistamines taken most often
Researchers Develop Quick Way to Create Human Antibodies
Finding could speed development of vaccines for new flu strains, other health threats
Current Flu Season Worst in 4 Years
Vaccine wasn't a good match for circulating viruses, CDC says
Seasonal Flu Outbreaks Start in Asia: Study
Knowing the source should lead to more effective vaccines, researchers say
Probable Case of Human-to-Human Bird Flu Transmission Reported
But health experts say the report from China is no cause for alarm
Faster Test Detects Fake Tamiflu Drugs
With counterfeiters looking to cash in on fears, Georgia team develops a 1-minute screen
