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Flu season is starting gain momentum in Louisiana. Here's what you can do to beat the flu.

In the event of a major health emergency is Louisiana prepared? A new report suggest maybe not as prepared as we should be.

If you're into nostalgia you're in luck. It appears as if the H1N1 flu virus is back and creating a strong uptick in Louisiana flu cases.

While cases of the flu have been few and far between, now is not the time to let your guard down against the virus.

If you want to ward off colds and the flu spending the right amount of time in the bed could be an important factor.

Think you've dodged the flu this season? Well if you haven't gotten your flu shot you might want to think again. Doctors say the worst of the flu season is coming soon.

An outbreak of canine influenza has been detected in Texas. It's only a matter of time before Louisiana dogs could be feeling the effects of the dog flu. Here's what you need to know about how to keep your pet protected.

Researchers at Tulane University have been awarded a grant to create a better flu vaccine for you and I. Let's hope they get it figured out before we all start sneezing this winter.

If you haven't fallen victim to the nasty cold/flu that has apparently been making its rounds, consider yourself lucky. However, if you are currently sick, check out these home remedies that help when fighting a cold.

Some 50-thousand Louisiana residents have experienced the flu or flu like symptoms this season. It may be winding down but the flu season is far from over.

Do you know the difference between a cold and the flu? Here is handy guide on what you need to discuss with your healthcare provider so they can get you better faster.

I am surrounded by sick people and I don't want to join their team ! Here is what you can do to lessen the chances that you'll get the flu this season.

I'm sure you have already heard that the flu is in full swing- attacking the immune system and knocking people down for about a week. That is not how you want to spend Mardi Gras. Many people wait to get a flu shot because they are skeptical when it comes to vaccinations and certain medications...

It seems like every time the temperatures go up and down so does our health and the way we feel. Do changes in temperature really make us sick or is sickness a by product of our reaction to changes in temperature.

Flu season is off and running ahead of schedule in Louisiana. Get the latest on the flu outbreak and what you can do to keep yourself and your family healthy this flu season.

If you hate colds and you know it clap your hands! Ok, yes we all do. During this time of year, it is all too common to catch a cold. Unfortunately, they not only make you feel terrible, they keep you from getting a good nights sleep. If you are like me, you find yourself sleeping with your mouth wide open because you can't breath through your nose, you toss and turn, and coughing spurts always ge

The good news about the increase in the flu activity is this. The strain of flu that appears to be most prevalent in the state is the same strain that can be prevented by getting a flu shot

Many doctors recommend getting a flu shot every year. However, flu shots don't work instantly, it takes time for your body to build up immunity to the flu.

With all of the weather changes that we go through in South Louisiana and especially during cold and flu season, it always a good idea to keep up with keeping yourself healthy. Here are few of my self help tips to stray away from what I call 'the crud.'

The good news -- you can be $3,000 richer. The bad news -- you gotta get the swine flu to make that dough.