Flu season is already off to an intense start, and surgical masks might be able to protect against the virus. Here's what expert have to say. If you’re not concerned about coming down with the illness ...

(WXYZ) — Since the Pandemic officially ended, not many people have been masking up. But it's not a practice some people are ready to part with. With the rise of the ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW YORK (AP) — More U.S. hospitals are ...

Only 49% of U.S. adults plan to get their flu shot this flu season, according to a survey conducted by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID). Even 1 in 5 of those who are at higher ...

NORFOLK -- One common sight during flu outbreaks is images of people wearing masks. Masks are the most popular accessory for people trying to protect themselves from the swine flu. But will wearing a ...

Last month, Brown University Health announced a mask mandate requiring all staff, patients and visitors to wear either Level 2 or N95 surgical masks amid “very high” levels of respiratory illness.

Update: On Wednesday, UPMC said it a statement it is recommending, rather than requiring, masks in its facilities. This is a departure from Monday’s statement that masks were required. People visiting ...