Tag: flu

Infectious disease experts answer common questions heading into the thick of flu season while RSV and COVID continue to spike.

Do cold weather, vitamin C, or chicken soup cure colds? UR Medicine experts debunk common cold and flu myths and shares prevention tips.

Does strep throat go away on its own? Learn symptoms to watch for, when antibiotics are needed, and why prompt treatment matters—especially for kids.

Wondering what’s true about the flu? URMC infectious disease experts share reliable information about the flu vaccine, symptoms, and prevention to help you stay healthy this season.

Protect your family during the 2026 flu season with expert recommendations from UR Medicine. Learn vaccination timing, home hygiene strategies, and answers to common flu questions.

explains what last year's RSV season following the first vaccine approval revealed about their effectiveness, and why more eligible adults should get vaccinated.

A sore throat in the mornings can go hand in hand with winter weather and dry air. But how can you tell when a sore throat is just a symptom of a cold or allergies, and when it may be something more ...

Pneumonia symptoms and signs you should seek care.

The prime season for respiratory viruses, such as RSV, is approaching, but many people are unaware of the dangers RSV poses to older adults. Our experts answer common questions about RSV symptoms in ...

Infectious disease expert David Topham, who has studied bird and other influenza viruses for almost three decades, discusses the potential public health threat posed by the latest outbreak.