WASHINGTON — The CDC warns its expecting to see an increase in respiratory related illnesses in the coming weeks as more ...

Between 3% and 11% of the US population gets sick with the flu each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and ...

With winter setting in around much of the country, many people are also gearing up for cough and cold season. But the Food ...

While they're caused by two different viruses, COVID-19 and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses which present very similar symptoms. But if you're experiencing a cough or fever during ...

Q: My husband and I both work in an office, and our three kids are in school. That's a lot of exposure to germs and bugs. When someone gets sick, how do you know if it’s a cold or the flu — or ...

The latest numbers from the CDC found only 37 percent of Americans have gotten their seasonal flu shots, and only 19 percent ...

Before you even set foot on a plane, you can start preventive measures to avoid getting sick. The CDC now recommends staying ...

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding Illinoisans to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday safely by taking precautions to protect everyone from foodborne illnesses as well as ...

Winter and family holiday gatherings often bring a surge in a wide variety of respiratory issues. Here's what to watch for.

When the weather starts to cool, a common question often arises: "Am I sick, or is it just allergies?" Here's what the ...

Here are the most common reasons why people get sick with food poisoning on Thanksgiving and how to keep your dinner free ...

More than 400 Americans die every year from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Many fire departments have programs to ...