How long you’re contagious with the flu — and when it’s safe to go out

How long are you contagious with the flu? Experts say you can spread the virus for five to seven days after symptoms start, ...

Influenza rates falling; is 2026 flu epidemic over?

All viral activity benchmarks have gone down, except for a slight increase in the death rate. Here's what to know about the ...

Flu shot 2026: What to expect, timing, and effectiveness

Doctronic reports the 2026 flu shot targets prevalent strains, with early fall recommended for vaccination to ensure effective protection.
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Concerned about the new flu strain? A local doctor breaks it down

WE’VE BEEN COVERING THE RISE IN FLU CASES NATIONWIDE, AND NOW LOCAL DOCTORS TELL US THEY’RE FEELING THE IMPACTS. TO OUR REPORTER RACHAEL PERRY SPOKE WITH AN INFECTIOUS DISEASE SPECIALIST ON THE FLU ...
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Flu season peak is still to come this year. Is it too late to get your flu shot?

The kids are in school, Halloween decorations are coming down to make way for the holiday season and the fall crisp air floods your lungs each morning. But soon, that deep breath may get harder as ...
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Wondering if you should get a flu shot? Here’s what science says

Flu is making people miserable from coast to coast, thanks in large part to a new strain called subclade K. That’s why infectious disease experts are telling people to run, not walk, to get this ...