How contagious is swine flu? Less than the novel viruses that have caused big world outbreaks in the past, new research suggests. ...more

December 30, 2009

Smokers at Brandon Regional Hospital will have to stifle their tobacco cravings. ...more

December 30, 2009

The swine flu virus that sickened an estimated 20 percent of all Americans in 2009 will continue its infectious ways in 2010, but in a diminished role. ...more

December 26, 2009

The swine flu virus that sickened an estimated 20 percent of Americans in 2009 will continue its infectious ways in 2010, but in a diminished role. ...more

December 24, 2009

Swine flu is not only dangerous to pregnant women, but it's a threat to new mothers too, the first study to document this risk shows. ...more

December 23, 2009

Q. I got the swine flu vaccine while breast feeding but I have now stopped breast feeding. Is my baby still vaccinated or not? - Aisling, Ballylinan, Ireland ...more

December 22, 2009

Q. What are side effects of a swine flu shot or the nasal spray? - Unknown sender ...more

December 22, 2009

The number of children with autism disorders appears to be increasing in Florida and across the nation, research released today shows. ...more

December 19, 2009

Q. I am an 80-year-old man in Waynesville, N.C. When, if ever, will I be eligible to receive an H1N1 flu shot here in Haywood County? - Ben, Waynesville, N.C. ...more

December 3, 2009

Q. I'm a female, age 61. I'm sure I had swine flu a month ago, and did not go to the doctor. Should I get the shot? Could I get it again? I don't want it again! - Patti, Land O' Lakes ...more

December 3, 2009