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A Vaccine for the Common Cold May Be Possible
By Sara G. Miller last updated
A vaccine against the common cold may be possible, new research in mice and monkeys suggests.
The flu (influenza): Causes, symptoms and treatment
By Rachael Rettner last updated
The flu (short for influenza) is a respiratory virus that affects the throat, nose, bronchi and, sometimes, the lungs.
Nearly 50% in US Believe in Medical Conspiracy Theories
By Rachael Rettner last updated
About half of Americans agree with at least one medical conspiracy theory, a new study suggests.
When should I get my flu shot?
By Rachael Rettner published
Fall has arrived, and with it the annual call to get your flu shot. But when's the best time to get the jab?
Flu shot facts and side effects
By Rachael Rettner, Nicoletta Lanese published
The seasonal flu shot is a yearly vaccine that protects against the flu, or influenza. Here's what you need to know about it.
Could we ever eradicate the flu?
By Isobel Whitcomb published
We have influenza vaccines, but is it possible to eradicate the flu?
Quick guide: Most widely used COVID-19 vaccines and how they work
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Learn about the most widely used COVID-19 vaccines.
10 amazing health stories you may have missed in 2021
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Here are some medical stories that really wowed us this year.
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