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U.S. Attends Key Global Flu Meeting Despite WHO Withdrawal | Flu Cases Rise: Vaccination Efforts Intensify | Early Flu Season Surge: H3N2 Subclade K Concerns | Is a Bad Flu Season on the Way? Experts See Reason to Be Anxious | Oregon Healthcare Workers See Declining Flu Vaccination Rates | Pennsylvania Reaffirms Vaccine Access and Insurance Coverage Amid Federal Shifts | Flu Vaccine Clinics Throughout October 2025: Stay Healthy and Informed | Free Flu and COVID-19 Shots Available at Clinics | U.S. Attends Key Global Flu Meeting Despite WHO Withdrawal | Flu Cases Rise: Vaccination Efforts Intensify | Early Flu Season Surge: H3N2 Subclade K Concerns | Is a Bad Flu Season on the Way? Experts See Reason to Be Anxious | Oregon Healthcare Workers See Declining Flu Vaccination Rates | Pennsylvania Reaffirms Vaccine Access and Insurance Coverage Amid Federal Shifts | Flu Vaccine Clinics Throughout October 2025: Stay Healthy and Informed | Free Flu and COVID-19 Shots Available at Clinics

Health / Public Health

U.S. Attends Key Global Flu Meeting Despite WHO Withdrawal

Even after formally withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO) in January, the United States is participating in a key global flu meeting in Istanbul, Turkey. About 50 flu scientists are gathering to determine the optimal composit...

Why it's a bit surprising that the U.S. is attending a key global flu meeting
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Health / Seasonal Health

Flu Cases Rise: Vaccination Efforts Intensify

Across the United States, health officials are reporting a rise in flu cases, particularly in regions like Douglas County, Nebraska, and Iowa. This increase has prompted intensified efforts to encourage vaccinations, including innovative st...

'Not too late to get a flu shot': Flu cases rise in Douglas County amid severe season

Health / Seasonal Health

Early Flu Season Surge: H3N2 Subclade K Concerns

Doctors in the U.S. are on high alert as the flu season begins earlier than usual. A concerning strain, H3N2 subclade K, which has caused significant outbreaks in the U.K. and Canada, is now prevalent in the U.S., particularly affecting chi...

Flu season is just beginning, but doctors are already on high alert

Public Health / Vaccines

Is a Bad Flu Season on the Way? Experts See Reason to Be Anxious

Health experts are closely monitoring the emergence of a new influenza variant, subclade K, which could lead to a challenging flu season. The new variant has the potential to reduce the effectiveness of this year’s flu vaccine, raising conc...

Early Signs Point to a Harsh Flu Season in the U.S.

Health / Public Health

Oregon Healthcare Workers See Declining Flu Vaccination Rates

New data from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) reveals a concerning trend: flu vaccination rates among Oregon’s healthcare workers have dropped significantly since the 2019-2020 season. This decline raises concerns about the increased risk...

Fewer Oregon health care workers are getting the flu shot, new data shows

Health / Vaccines

Pennsylvania Reaffirms Vaccine Access and Insurance Coverage Amid Federal Shifts

Pennsylvania is proactively ensuring its residents have access to vaccines, despite shifting and sometimes confusing federal guidelines. The state is reaffirming insurance coverage for COVID-19 and other essential vaccines.

Pa. officials roll up sleeves for covid shots and encourage residents to follow

Health / Vaccines

Flu Vaccine Clinics Throughout October 2025: Stay Healthy and Informed

As flu season approaches, staying informed about vaccination opportunities is crucial. This article summarizes flu vaccine clinics available in Long Beach, California, and Lawrence, Kansas, throughout October 2025. These clinics aim to impr...

Flu vaccine clinics held at Long Beach parks throughout October

Health / Vaccines

Free Flu and COVID-19 Shots Available at Clinics

Several health departments are offering free flu and COVID-19 shots at various clinics. This initiative aims to increase vaccination rates and protect communities from respiratory illnesses.

Drive-thru flu shot clinic open on Halloween, no appointment needed

Health / Vaccines

Expert Tips for a Safe and Effective Flu Shot This Season

Getting an annual flu shot is a crucial step in staying healthy during flu season. However, simple choices before and after vaccination can significantly impact how you feel and how well the vaccine works. This article compiles expert advic...

5 things you need to know before getting your flu shot, according to doctors

Health / Vaccines

Flu Shot and COVID-19 Vaccine Updates for Fall 2025

Navigating the 2025 fall respiratory virus season requires staying informed about the availability and distribution of flu and COVID-19 vaccines. This article summarizes current updates, challenges, and recommendations to help you protect y...

Flu shot supply ‘disrupted’ at Health Clinics of Lane County

Health / Vaccines

When to Get Your Flu Shot: Everything You Need to Know

With flu season approaching, health experts emphasize the importance of getting vaccinated. This article answers frequently asked questions about the flu shot, including who should get it, when to get it, and what it protects against. Getti...

When should I get a flu shot?

Health / Vaccines

Flu Shots Available on Campus This Fall

Several universities, including Fredonia, Syracuse University, and UNLV, are offering flu shot clinics on campus this fall for students, faculty, and staff. These initiatives aim to protect the campus community from the influenza virus duri...

Flu shots to be offered to campus

Health / Children's Health

Flu Severity Rising in Children: A Deep Dive into the 2024-25 Season

The 2024-25 flu season saw a disturbing rise in severe influenza cases among children in the U.S., marked by a significant number of deaths and neurologic complications. New data from the CDC sheds light on this alarming trend, revealing cr...

More kids with the flu are getting severely ill or dying as vaccine rates fall, CDC reports

Health / Vaccines

Flu Shot Mistakes and How to Boost Your Immunity

As flu season approaches, it's crucial to understand how to maximize the effectiveness of your flu shot and boost your overall immunity. Experts are sharing common mistakes people make and offering tips to stay healthy.

Don’t make these 5 flu shot mistakes — and how to better boost your immunity

Health / Seasonal Health

Community Flu Clinics and Vaccination Campaigns Across the US

As flu season approaches, various organizations across the United States are launching community flu clinics and vaccination campaigns to protect residents. These initiatives aim to increase vaccination rates and reduce the spread of influe...

Corewell Health ™, with Lakeland Care Network, Offers Community Flu Clinics in Southwest Michigan

Health / Vaccines

AstraZeneca Launches At-Home FluMist Nasal Spray Delivery

AstraZeneca is making flu protection more convenient by launching an at-home delivery option for FluMist, its nasal spray flu vaccine. Approved by the FDA for self-administration, FluMist offers a needle-free alternative for eligible indivi...

FLUMIST® (Influenza, Vaccine Live, Intranasal), the nation’s only nasal spray flu vaccine, now available for home delivery

Wellness / Health

At-Home FluMist Nasal Spray Delivery

AstraZeneca is now offering at-home delivery of FluMist, its nasal spray flu vaccine, providing a more convenient option for flu protection. This needle-free alternative aims to increase vaccination rates and make flu prevention more access...

Here’s how the new at-home flu vaccine works

Health / Vaccines

Influenza Vaccination: Debunking Myths and New Recommendations

This article addresses common myths surrounding influenza vaccinations and provides updates on the latest recommendations from the CDC and HHS regarding both influenza and RSV vaccines, aiming to provide clarity and encourage informed decis...

Myths About Influenza Vaccination Debunked for Primary Care Patients

Health / Vaccines

RFK Jr.'s Thimerosal Policy: A Step Back for Vaccine Science?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as the Secretary of Health and Human Services, has endorsed a policy favoring thimerosal-free flu vaccines, despite the absence of scientific evidence indicating harm from thimerosal. This decision has sparked controv...

RFK Jr. signs off on thimerosal-free flu vaccines, despite no evidence of harm from preservative

Health / Wellness

Flu Shot Recommendations for Travelers: Timing and Universal Vaccines

With the resurgence of global travel, especially to the northern hemisphere or via cruises, health experts are recommending a second flu shot for many individuals. Additionally, advancements are being made in universal flu vaccines, potenti...

Planning a ‘Euro summer’ or cruise? Why another flu shot might save your holiday