Infectious DiseaseFeb 20, 2026

Cold Weather Doesn't Make You Sick—But What Actually Does? Experts Debunk Winter Illness Myths

Cold weather itself won't make you sick, but indoor crowding and dry air do. Here's what actually prevents colds and flu this season, according to medical...

Infectious DiseaseFeb 19, 2026

Measles Is Surging Again in America—Here's Why Experts Are Sounding the Alarm

Measles cases have skyrocketed to their highest levels since 1991, with 910 cases already reported in early 2026.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 19, 2026

Why Winter Is the Perfect Storm for Respiratory Viruses—And What Your Body Is Actually Doing

Cold air, indoor crowding, and seasonal immune shifts create ideal conditions for flu, RSV, and COVID-19 to spread.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 18, 2026

Europe's Invisible Threat: Why Antibiotic-Resistant Foodborne Bacteria Are Spreading Faster Than Ever

Antibiotic resistance in common foodborne bacteria like Salmonella and Campylobacter remains a major public health crisis across Europe, with new data...

Infectious DiseaseFeb 18, 2026

Why Mistrust—Not Safety Concerns—Keeps People Unvaccinated Against COVID-19

A major study of 1.1 million people reveals that vaccine hesitancy rooted in distrust is 3 times more likely to lead to persistent refusal than concerns about...

Infectious DiseaseFeb 13, 2026

The Vaccine Revolution Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria: Why the Medical World Is Betting Big on Prevention

Scientists are racing to develop vaccines against antibiotic-resistant bacteria—a strategy that could prevent millions of infections and reduce reliance on failing antibiotics.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 12, 2026

Influenza B Is Making a Comeback—Here's Why It Matters Now

After months of A-strain dominance, influenza B cases are climbing. What this shift means for your winter health strategy.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 13, 2026

Why Doctors Aren't Testing Adults for RSV—Even When They Should Be

A major study reveals RSV testing in outpatient clinics is shockingly rare, missing millions of cases and delaying access to new treatments.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 13, 2026

Why 90% of Children Dying From Flu This Season Were Unvaccinated

As pediatric flu deaths hit a 20-year high, new CDC data reveals a stark vaccination gap among the most vulnerable.

Doctor's Offices Are Overwhelmed: Why This Flu Season Is Breaking 30-Year Records

Nearly 1 in 10 doctor visits nationwide are now for flu symptoms—the highest rate since 1997—as 45 states battle surging cases and hospitalizations double.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 12, 2026

Major Medical Groups Launch Independent Vaccine Review as Trust in CDC Guidance Falters

The AMA and University of Minnesota are creating an independent vaccine review system after concerns about changes to the CDC's advisory process.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 12, 2026

Why Your Heart Doctor Wants You Vaccinated: The Surprising Link Between Shots and Cardiac Health

New evidence shows vaccines protect heart disease patients as much as diet and exercise—here's what cardiologists want you to know.

How Hospitals Are Now Tracking Respiratory Virus Hospitalizations—And Why It Matters

The CDC now requires hospitals to report COVID-19, flu, and RSV hospitalizations in real time, giving public health officials unprecedented visibility into which viruses are hitting hardest.

RSV Is Spreading Faster Than Flu Right Now—Here's What's Happening

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is growing in 24 states while flu cases are declining in 15, marking a shift in which virus dominates this winter season.

A New Flu Strain Is Dominating This Winter—Here's What You Need to Know

A newly emerged flu variant called subclade K is now responsible for 90% of H3N2 cases, raising concerns about vaccine effectiveness and severe complications in children.

Infectious DiseaseFeb 13, 2026

FDA's Rejection of Moderna's Flu Vaccine Could Reshape America's Pandemic Readiness

The FDA's refusal to review Moderna's flu vaccine signals a troubling shift in vaccine policy that experts warn could drive innovation overseas and leave the U.S. vulnerable.