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Your Guide to the 2025-2026 Flu Season

En español | Flu season is here. Are you ready? We've got all the latest news and advice to help keep you healthy this fall and winter.

What You Need to Know About the Flu

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Older Adults Should Opt for Powerful Flu Shots

Aging bodies need higher doses for same protection, CDC says

10 Ways to Avoid Getting the Flu

Common-sense things to do to avoid infection.

What to Know About the Flu Shot This Year

Experts say flu vaccines are safe, and they are especially important for older adults

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Ways to Ease a Sore Arm After Flu Shot

Two doctors share their top tips

How Long Can I Spread the Flu?

Discover how long you can spread the flu, and what may shorten its course.

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7 Ways Bone Broth May Improve Your Health

See which nutrients make bone broth good for you, and find out how it may benefit your health

Do You Have a Cold? The Flu? COVID? Or RSV?

A few tricks for telling the illnesses apart

Medicare Covers One Free Flu Vaccination

No copayment, deductible needed for preventive benefit

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Foods to Boost Your Immune System

What to eat or drink to build a stronger defense this winter

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