Flu

02-05-2026Cold and flu season is here, but there are steps you can take to prioritize your health and wellness. People with HIV may have a higher risk of complications…

10-21-2024Flu season is upon us, and that means it’s time to get a flu vaccine. Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose,…

12-08-2022Each year, HIV.gov recognizes National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) to help raise awareness about the importance of flu vaccination for the HIV community…

10-08-2020Getting a flu vaccine during 2020-2021 is more important than ever because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. When you get vaccinated, you reduce your risk of…

02-14-2013While we hear a lot about the importance of getting a flu shot, there are many other vaccines that are recommended for adults. Starting this month, it will be…

12-03-2012As daylight hours get shorter and temperatures are falling, we’re not only approaching winter but also flu season. While we can all find ways to enjoy the…

12-05-2011Dr. Ronald ValdiserriFlu season is upon us; so, it's time for everyone in the HIV/AIDS community to prepare. We all know that that the flu can make anyone sick…

12-22-2009On December 11, 2009, amfAR sponsored a Congressional briefing on the implications of H1N1 influenza for people living with HIV/AIDS.I sat down with Dr. Susan…

09-08-2009Nearly 850 participants joined HIV.gov online and/or via conference call last week to hear from leading experts and local grantees about H1N1 Preparedness and…

09-04-2009Nearly 850 HIV federal colleagues staff and grantees participated in a webinar on Wednesday, September2, “H1N1 Preparedness & HIV” for the HIV community.Dr…

08-12-2009The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is working hard to inform the public about how to prepare for and prevent H1N1 flu. We wanted to highlight a…

05-01-2009Earlier this week we blogged about the recent flu and mentioned that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was finalizing interim guidance…

04-30-2009Our nation confronts a serious public health challenge, the 2009 flu outbreak (commonly referred to as “swine flu”). To learn more about the potential impact…