Have you been sick since the new year started? You're not alone; here's what to know about new H3N2 flu strain and its ...
Americans are being urged to be extra vigilant this winter, as a suite of influenza A mutations has created a dominant virus ...
California officials warn of an increase in flu-related hospitalizations and confirm a second severe-flu-related death.
While vaccines may not fully protect everyone, public health experts say they’re still proven to help prevent serious illness ...
The CDC estimated there have been at least 7.5 million illnesses in the U.S., 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths from ...
A highly contagious influenza A (H3N2) variant is driving more ER visits, and health officials warn the peak of flu season ...
H3N2 subclade K strain — is responsible for 90% of influenza A cases across the U.S., which has led to double the cases in ...
Viruses can change and alter their genetic make-up. When these changes occur, the virus may become more or less of a threat to the human host. Virologists are therefore interested in tracking the ...