Health News Archives

Face Masks for Patients May Leak, Spread Germs
Health-care workers should take precautions, especially given H1N1 pandemic, experts say

CDC Links Infections With Swine Flu Deaths
Nearly a third of U.S. victims were also infected with pneumococcus or other bacteria, agency reports

Ulcer Preventative May Raise Pneumonia Risks
Trend seen in hospital patients also leads to higher costs, study finds

Cold, Flu or Pneumonia? Answer May Lie in Blood Test
Gene signature detects differences in viral, bacterial infections, study finds

Many Young Adults Uninformed About Vaccines
More awareness of benefits of shots for preventable diseases needed, study shows

Fewer Shots Could Still Protect Kids From Pneumonia
Reduced-dose schedule for PCV-7 vaccine supported by study findings

Statins May Not Protect Against Pneumonia
Hope that the drugs could fight infection was premature, expert says

Acid-Suppressing Meds May Boost Pneumonia Risks
Routine use in hospitalized patients should be re-evaluated, experts say

Mild Flu Season Coming to a Close
Outpatient visits, deaths were lower than previous year, CDC says

Flu Strikes a Milder Blow This Season
Effective vaccine and more vaccinations among young people helped, experts say