Families and societies have faced cycles of deadly diseases, including pandemics, for centuries with profound effects on the perceptions and realities of unseen threats. Since the 16th century, influenza pandemics have occurred at intervals ranging from 10 to 50 years. In the 20th and 21st centuries, three outbreaks of pandemic flu happened. In 1918 it was Spanish Flu with 20% to 40% of worldwide population ill and estimated 50 million people died. In 1957 an influenza virus originated in East Asia that killed between one and two million. Then in 1968, a similar flu virus originated in Hong Kong that resulted in between one and four million deaths. More recently, in the spring of 2009, spreading fast in Mexico and US, the world was rocked with another health crisis; H1N1 (Swine Flu). This study proved that there is limited benefit from flu vaccination given each year but it is better than no help at all (Aylesworth-Spink, 2017).

Winter is the time not only for the long-awaited New Year holidays, snow, skiing, skating, sleigh riding, and building snowmen that children. It is also the time when people are especially susceptible to colds and acute respiratory viral infections. Such is the case for many reasons, including a lack of sunlight and energy, vitamins, and a general decrease in immunity. What are winter colds, how are they dangerous, and how can one avoid them?

The head of the World Health Organization, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Gebreysus, warned the medical community that humanity is not ready, and is, therefore, vulnerable to a pandemic.

A Puerto Rican mother announced that her child suffered from psychosis after taking antiviral medication: an adverse reaction from Oseltamivir (a generic Tamiflu drug).

Researchers at the University of Columbia want to stop the spread of viruses and bacteria in the air with a special Ultraviolet C (far-UVC) light. This can potentially make our buses, public toilets, and trains completely germ-free.

Did you know that in some states cough and cold medicines containing codeine and hydrocodone are available over the counter for children? Here’s what you need to look for in your medicine cabinet to help you find out if your child is taking any unsafe cough and cold medicines.

The news is filled with screaming headlines about the flu. Yes, another flu season is upon us, but germs do not have to govern your life. Don’t be paranoid, but do go out and fill up your medicine cabinet with these all natural immune boosters that will give your body a fighting chance against the dreaded flu.

If everyone around you is coming down with the flu and you are concerned, it is important to understand that how to fight the flu naturally isn't one flu shot away. The one and only way how to fight the flu naturally is to develop a strong and stable immune system through proper care and lifestyle choices.

Mother Nature has got you covered against the flu, provided you live within her laws and add more zinc-rich foods to your diet. This effective and natural flu shot remedy can keep you safe from the flu and colds all year around.

The latest flu-related news tells us that the most recent estimates on global flu-related deaths is at least approximately 100,000 more than previously estimated. If flu deaths are on the rise, what’s your chances of dying too this flu season? Here’s what you need to know to access your and your loved one’s risk.

You’ve come down with a cold or the flu and are determined to take it on right away by bombarding the bug with legitimate OTC medications recommended for treating the cold and the flu. But did you know that it is very easy to overdose on one important ingredient if you choose the wrong combination of cold and flu meds?

It’s a tall order to call on one mineral to knock out colds and flu, but it is entirely possible. Zinc is an immune-boosting superhero when it comes to knocking back cold, flu symptoms and more naturally, but sadly you’re deficient in it.

Are you confused about the best way to treat your or your family’s cold and flu this year? Here’s an overview of the only cold and flu guide you will ever need this season prepared by the researchers at Consumer Reports.

Having a fever means the body is fighting against an invader – a bacteria or virus. While you may feel awful during a fever, spiking a fever is a good thing. It means your body is showing its strength or vitality. The higher your fever goes, the more vital you are!

Making elderberry syrup at home is a highly effective and inexpensive way to protect yourself against the flu this season. Elderberry has been used for centuries to treat influenza, colds and sinusitis, and has been reported to have potent antiviral activity against influenza and even herpes simplex.