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Influenza hospitalizes nearly 1 million individuals each year and kills over 80,000. It's no surprise that most Americans worry about catching it. 

Survey: Majority of Americans worry about catching the flu

Rachael Zimlich is a freelance writer in Cleveland, Ohio. She writes regularly for Contemporary Pediatrics, Managed Healthcare Executive, and Medical Economics.

Public health officials are hopeful a record number of flu vaccines can help stave off epidemic levels.

Influenza B leading the charge in 2020 flu season

Antibodies that were previously overlooked may hold the key to a better flu vaccine.

Researchers look to antibodies to improve flu vaccines

New research shows that a ketogenic diet may help activate new immune responses that can help fight influenza A.

Can a keto diet help fight the flu?

University of Georgia researchers secured a multi-million grant to create a better flu vaccine.

Developing a better flu vaccine: Georgia researchers secure $130 million research grant

Spanish-speaking patients who refuse vaccines aren’t always getting the right message, according to a new report.

Language and cultural difference a barrier to flu shot compliance in minority populations

President Donald Trump offered his support for flu vaccines and promised to promote additional research on seasonal flu, but will it help?

Can presidential promotion boost flu vaccination rates?

Experts say it’s too early to predict the severity of the flu season, or how effective the vaccine will be

Flu season 2019: How bad will it be?

The flu vaccine can help protect against more than just the flu. A new study reveals extended benefits, especially for the elderly.

Flu vaccination has extended benefits for older patients 

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent has been approved for use in patients over 65 to help prevent A and B strains of influenza.