April 21, 2023

Scientists Get Closer to a 'Universal' Flu Vaccine

Researchers are reporting progress on the path to a "universal" flu vaccine -- one that would battle all strains of the virus and give the world a weapon against future flu pandemics.

April 19, 2023

Is It Time to End Universal Masking in Hospitals, Clinics?  Many Experts Think So

Health care facilities remain one of the last places left in the United States with COVID-era mask requirements still in effect.

April 6, 2023

New RSV Vaccine May Prevent Illness in Infants, Seniors

An RSV vaccine developed by Pfizer provides safe and effective protection in both seniors and newborns, clinical trial results show.

March 21, 2023

Cases of Dangerous Drug-Resistant Fungal Infections Are Spreading

The hit HBO series "The Last of Us" portrays a zombie apocalypse caused by a fungal infection that hijacks human brains.

March 18, 2023

Could COVID Trigger 'Face Blindness'?

The list of symptoms that can strike long COVID sufferers has just gotten a little longer, and a little more mysterious: Researchers are reporting a case of "face blindness" related to the syndrome.

March 8, 2023

Is it COVID or Flu? FDA Approves 1st Home Test for Both

A new at-home test will help people struggling with upper respiratory symptoms figure out whether they have COVID-19 or the flu.