While we often refer to it as "the flu," the influenza virus has several strains, with flu A and flu B considered the most ...

In addition to the cold and flu, many are falling ill to RSV, COVID and norovirus this winter. How to know what you have.

RSV, respiratory syncytial virus, usually peaks in December and January while infecting the nose, throat and lungs, usually ...

Researchers found first strain of henipavirus in North America. What you need to know about new virus in wild animals that ...

State officials say the highly pathogenic avian influenza – more commonly known as bird flu – is widespread in much of the ...

As bird flu spreads in the United States, are there are any risks of the virus from drinking milk or eating eggs? Here's what you need to know, according to experts.

The flu can also cause a general feeling of fatigue or malaise, Ray says, as well as gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea ...

Experts say it is safe to eat fully cooked eggs to prevent the H5N1 virus or foodborne illnesses like salmonella. Here’s what ...

For a second time this season, at least 41 states are reporting high or very high levels of the flu. Here's how to stay safe.

A new virus related to the deadly Nipah and Hendra viruses has been detected in shrews in the U.S. However, scientists say there is currently "no evidence" that it has infected humans and the risk ...

That's the way one scientist puts it — referring to how infected wild birds survive long enough to spread it to birds and ...

Mike Black Sr. and Joan Black of Plain Township were married for 48 years. Mike Black contracted the West Nile virus in October and died from complications of the virus on Dec. 26.