flu

There's a reason why walk-in clinics and doctor's offices have been quite busy around South Louisiana.

A lot of people, myself included, have wondered why we got the flu this year despite getting the flu shot...

Health officials say round two of our fight with the flu is just getting started as we head into the new year.

Especially if someone had or has the flu or strep in your home.

The flu bug has been prevalent in Louisiana this winter and Lafayette is, unfortunately, leading the way.

The need for tissues, Tylenol, chicken soup, and more sleep continues as the flu continues to rage across the Gulf South.

If you believe the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our area is in for a very busy flu season.

The influenza season in Louisiana is off to an early start, so in an effort to fight the flu, the Louisiana Health Department has scheduled days where residents can get vaccinated for free.

A different more potent strain of the flu virus is working its way through Louisiana and the southern U.S.

One Acadiana family is encouraging people to obtain flu shots after losing two loved ones to the flu within one week of each other.

The cold and flu season, paired with the inclement weather as of late, have been affecting blood donations.

Can a swab of medicated cream in your nose keep the flu bug out of your body?

When an illness affects your ability to enjoy coffee and bacon it's time to pay attention.

After having sever head congestion, coughing and body aches for several days I decided to see ENT-otolaryngologist Dr. Kim Daykin, MD to make sure it wasn't the flu. Turns out it is just a cold but like so many people in this country, I was faced with making the decision whether or not to get the flu shot.

Health officials are making free flu shots available to Louisiana residents again this flu season.

The shots are part of a statewide campaign to Fight the Flu this season.

I swear, CJ is a 21st century Typhoid Mary! He picks up every bug that comes down the pike. This has been a tough flu season. We at KTDY haven't been lucky enough to avoid it. CJ, Debbie Ray, Jaycee, and I have all gotten the bug. CJ has been hit the hardest.

State Immunization Director Dr. Frank Welch credits an aggressive flu shot drive for the drop in influenza cases.

Louisiana residents can still take advantage of free flu shots at local parish health units.

Many people are still reporting flu like symptoms in Louisiana, but the state health department sees a glimmer of hope.