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6-Year-Old Hallucinates After Taking Tamiflu: Why You Shouldn't Panic
By Rafi Letzter published
Tamiflu can sometimes cause psychosis. You should probably still take it if your doctor prescribes it.
Why Is Flu Season So Bad This Year?
By Rachael Rettner published
Flu season is off to an early — and severe — start, with rates of hospitalizations and deaths from flu higher than what's typical for this time of year.
How Does the Flu Actually Kill People?
By Ferris Jabr published
Every year the common virus is lethal to many. What happens inside the body that results in death?
Is 'Man Flu' Real? Men Suffer More When Sick, Study Suggests
By Rachael Rettner published
When a man complains of cold or flu symptoms, it may not be fair to dismiss his laments as simply a case of "man flu."
Flu Season Is Already Off to a Bad Start
By Rachael Rettner published
Flu season is underway in the United States, and a new report shows that flu activity is already higher than typical for this time of year.
This Flu Season Could Be a Whopper, Officials Warn
By Rachael Rettner published
U.S. health officials said they are concerned the upcoming flu season could be a bad one, based on reports from the Southern Hemisphere.
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