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November 25, 2024

6 ways to prevent holiday illness: Ask a doctor

Holiday gatherings can increase the risk of spreading infections. Doctors share tips to keep from getting sick when spending time with family and friends.

November 19, 2024

Bird flu surges in several US states with reports of new outbreaks: 'Getting worse'

Bird flu continues to spread across the U.S., with new infections in Hawaii and continued human outbreaks in California. Experts discuss the threat to humans and how to prevent infection.

November 18, 2024

Surge in walking pneumonia affects these high-risk groups, says Dr. Marc Siegel

Cases of walking pneumonia are spiking across the U.S., according to the CDC. Dr. Marc Siegel speaks with 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about common sources, symptoms and treatments.

November 17, 2024

Dr. Marc Siegel shares concerns about increase in walking pneumonia cases

With the spike in infections primarily affecting young children, the 91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst speaks about common sources, symptoms and treatments.

November 13, 2024

Bird flu leaves teen in critical condition after country's first reported case

A teenager has been left in critical condition after contracting the first presumptive human case of avian influenza in Canada. Expert Sam Scarpino discusses the health risk and potential for spread.

November 11, 2024

Human bird flu case presumed in Canada, teenage patient is hospitalized

The first presumed human case of avian influenza (H5N1, or bird flu) has been reported in Canada. An infectious disease expert weighs in on potential concerns.

November 1, 2024

Anyone over 50 should be getting these 5 vaccines, doctors say

To help people 50 and older keep track of immunization guidance for their age group, 91±¬ÁÏ Digital gathered insights from several infectious disease experts.

October 31, 2024

Pig infected with bird flu for first time in US, health officials confirm

A pig in Oregon has tested positive for H5N1 bird flu for the first time, according to a Wednesday announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Doctors weigh in on potential concerns.

October 28, 2024

Bird flu update from Dr. Marc Siegel, 91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst

With more human cases of H5N1 being identified, 91±¬ÁÏ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel offers thoughts on mutating strains, stockpiled vaccines and why people shouldn't panic.

October 25, 2024

Vaccines are 'community health tools,' says Dr. Marc Siegel

The doctor speaks about the importance of vaccinations among school-age children and whether people should get flu and COVID shots at the same time