Flu

The shots are part of a statewide campaign to Fight the Flu this season.

Louisiana residents can still take advantage of free flu shots at local parish health units.

The flu is a huge problem in our state and country right now, so any and every way we can make washing hands fun and fast is much - needed.

Free flu shots are being made available at Parish Health Units across the state in hopes of turning the tide against the disease by Mardi Gras.

What do you think the most common medical malady suffered by Mardi Gras parade goers happens to be?

Nearly one in ten doctor visits over the past week have been flu-related in Louisiana.

Our state is being hit particularly hard by one of the nastiest flu bugs in quite a while. Here are what doctors are recommending.

A new smartphone app hopes to help keep you and your family healthy by providing real-time information on what illnesses are most common in your area.

There is another virus that is going around that can spread through your family, your office and your child's classroom like wildfire.

The good news is the flu vaccine appears to be perfectly matched for the virus that's going around. The bad news? The virus is really starting to get around our state.

With a lot of people on the move and large family gatherings, it's no wonder health officials are expecting an uptick in flu cases.

Flu season is starting gain momentum in Louisiana. Here's what you can do to beat the flu.

In the event of a major health emergency is Louisiana prepared? A new report suggest maybe not as prepared as we should be.

If you're into nostalgia you're in luck. It appears as if the H1N1 flu virus is back and creating a strong uptick in Louisiana flu cases.

While cases of the flu have been few and far between, now is not the time to let your guard down against the virus.

If you want to ward off colds and the flu spending the right amount of time in the bed could be an important factor.

Think you've dodged the flu this season? Well if you haven't gotten your flu shot you might want to think again. Doctors say the worst of the flu season is coming soon.

An outbreak of canine influenza has been detected in Texas. It's only a matter of time before Louisiana dogs could be feeling the effects of the dog flu. Here's what you need to know about how to keep your pet protected.

Because news doesn't stop for Mardi Gras.

Federal health officials are classifying the flu situation in Louisiana as "widespread," as the rate of flu-type illnesses across the region is nearly triple what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention projects as normal. Normally, just under three percent of patients who visit a doctor's office may go there with fever, a cough and body aches...