People have turned to historical experience with influenza pandemics to try to make sense of COVID-19, and for good reason. Influenza and coronavirus share basic… Read more
Category: flu
Flu shot myths: Busted
“I’m healthy, I don’t need the flu shot.” “The flu shot gives you the flu.” “It’s better to get the flu than to get the… Read more
NOW – Episode 26
In the 26th episode of NOW, the spirit of Halloween is delivered to patients who might not otherwise make it out trick-or-treating; community members… Read more
Color within the … Flu Virus?
This flu season, scientists want the public to have a little fun with influenza – and hopefully learn something in the process. Dr. Seema Lakdawala,… Read more
Egg-Free Influenza Vaccine to be the Norm at UPMC this Flu Season
The vast majority of the flu vaccines administered by UPMC clinicians to patients and employees will be egg-free this season, with the goal of providing… Read more