5 Ways to Stop Colds From Spreading...

5 Ways to Stop Colds From Spreading in Your Family

Asthma, Stress, and Anxiety...

Asthma, Stress, and Anxiety: A Risky Cycle

Asthma Drug Takes the Itch Out of Chronic Hives

The asthma drug Xolair appears to be a safe and effective treatment for chronic hives, a new study shows. 

Early, Severe Flu Season Caused Big Rise...

Early, Severe Flu Season Caused Big Rise in Child Deaths: CDC

Tattoos Can Pose Health Hazards, Doctor Warns

Tattoos have become increasingly popular in the United States in recent years, but along with that comes a rise in problems such as allergic reactions and infections, an expert says.

Gene Therapy May Protect Against Flu Pandemics

Study found coaxing cells in the nose to make super antibodies protected mice and ferrets from pandemic strains

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Universal Vaccine Could End Annual Flu Jabs

A new vaccine that could end the need for annual injections against flu has been developed by scientists.

The “universal” vaccine promises to provide long-term protection that could last a lifetime against all types of influenza with just a single injection.

Flu viruses are notoriously difficult to immunise people against as they constantly change and evolve in a way that overcomes currently available vaccines.

Sunshine Vitamin 'May Treat Asthma'

The amount of time asthma patients spend soaking up the sun may have an impact on the illness, researchers have suggested.

A team at King's College London said low levels of vitamin D, which is made by the body in sunlight, was linked to a worsening of symptoms.

Insurance Loss Hampers Young People With Asthma

Harvard researchers report on impact of health insurance in youths' disease management