The BLOG

Back to School & the Flu: Keeping Your School Age Children Healthy

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:01:00 EST

Take five simple steps to prevent the flu. Watch a video on how to keep away germs and the flu.

Back to the Dorm...

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:01:00 EST

List of over-the-counter items to take with you when you go to college, and tips for avoiding the flu.

A Big Step Towards Making America Safer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:01:00 EST

The report discusses ways to develop and produce “medical countermeasures” -- vaccines, antivirals, antibiotics, diagnostics, and medical equipment -- safely, quickly, and effectively, and envisions a nation with the capacity to produce Medical Countermeasures rapidly in the face of any attack or threat.

The Science Behind Developing the H1N1 Vaccine

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:01:00 EST

NIH’s Tony Fauci explains how scientists worked quickly to identify, test, and develop an effective H1N1 vaccine.

One Year Later: How the H1N1 Pandemic Has Strengthened America’s Preparedness

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:01:00 EST

The response to the H1N1 pandemic has improved our ability to protect against future health emergencies.

Sebelius Marks One Year Anniversary of H1N1 with Keynote Address at National Immunization Conference

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:28:00 EDT

Sebelius discusses efforts to strengthen America’s health security now and in the future.

Headline: H1N1: One year later

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:01:00 EST

This week marks one year since the H1N1 flu was first identified

CDC Reports Highlight H1N1 Vaccine Successes, Identify Opportunities to Improve Future Vaccination Rates

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EDT

Survey indicates higher rate of seasonal flu vaccination among health care workers than in previous flu seasons.

Southeastern U.S. Sees Increase in H1N1 Flu Activity

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 17:30:00 EDT

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your family.

New Study Finds Morbid Obesity is Associated with Higher Risk of Hospitalization and Possibly Death from 2009 H1N1 Flu

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:01:00 EST

A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that morbidly obese individuals are at higher risk for hospitalization and possibly death if they contract the 2009 H1N1 flu virus.

Vaccinating Children Against Flu Helps Protect Wider Community

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:11:00 EST

Trial results show that immunizing children against the flu can significantly protect the wider community

Don’t let influenza spoil your plans for Spring Break

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:40:00 EST

CDC and the American College Health Association urge students, faculty, and staff to get vaccinated against H1N1 in letter to colleges and universities.

H1N1: CDC Status Report and Looking to the Future

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:00:00 EST

CDC Advisory Committee Recommends Flu Vaccination for All People Ages 6 Months and Older During 2010-2011 Flu Season.

Key FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Inclusion of 2009 H1N1 Strain in the 2010-2011 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST

Key FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Inclusion of 2009 H1N1 Strain in the 2010-2011 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

Secretary Sebelius Addresses 2010 Public Health Preparedness Summit

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST

Secretary Sebelius Discusses H1N1 Response and Efforts to Strengthen Health Preparedness.

Secretary Sebelius, Secretary Duncan, Surgeon General Benjamin: Children 9 and younger need 2 doses of H1N1 flu vaccine

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:01:00 EST

On Thursday, January 7, HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, Education Secretary Arne Duncan, and the Surgeon General of the United States Regina Benjamin visited a school-based vaccination clinic in Arlington, Virginia.

Teenage H1N1 Flu Survivor Urges Young People to Get Vaccinated

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:01:00 EST

I'm Luke Duvall, H1N1 survivor, and here's my story.

Become a Flu Fighter

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:38:00 EST

As part of our outreach efforts, Secretary Sebelius announced a new Facebook application called "I'm a Flu Fighter."

It's Not Too Late to Vaccinate

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:00:00 EST

By Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services

Teaming Up with Olympians to Fight H1N1

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:50:00 EST

Guest blog by Dr. Regina Benjamin, U.S. Surgeon General

H1N1 Timeline: Meeting the Challenge

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:01:00 EST

A look back - and forward - at our response to H1N1

It’s Your Turn to Get the H1N1 Vaccine

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius promotes the H1N1 vaccine online and at the College Bowl games.

Health care provider groups encourage Americans to get the H1N1 vaccine

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:24:00 EST

Provider groups send letter to the American people emphasizing that the H1N1 vaccine is safe, effective, and the best way to protect against the flu

Alexa Chung is On with H1N1

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:40:00 EST

MTV’s Alexa Chung spreads the word about H1N1.

Tips for Parents on Keeping Kids Healthy this Flu Season

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:42:00 EST

The last thing a parent wants to hear is that their child is sick. Luckily, there are many steps parents can take to prevent their kids from coming down with the flu.

Tips for Traveling

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

Traveling this holiday season? Here are some useful tips to staying healthy.

Secretary Sebelius Gets Vaccinated

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

Vaccine supplies open to all Americans and HHS Secretary gets vaccinated

New PSA campaign featuring “Sid the Science Kid”

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

PSAs encourage kids and parents to get vaccinated.

H1N1 by the Numbers

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:35:00 EST

Nearly 1 in 6 Americans (or about 15 percent of the country) have been infected by the H1N1 flu virus.

Strategies and Tips for Businesses

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

Businesses can play an important role in protecting our community against the spread of H1N1.

Window of Opportunity

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:30:00 EST

Good window of opportunity to get vaccinated as supplies grow.

New HHS PSA Campaign: “Together We Can All Fight the Flu”

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

HHS teams up with the Ad Council to launch new PSA campaign about the importance of getting an H1N1 vaccine.

A Dose of Good News

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST

Additional shipments of children’s antiviral medicine Tamiflu arriving at pharmacies across the country.

Americans Speak Out on Why They Got the Flu Vaccine in New Video

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:30:00 EST

Video features mothers, pregnant women, students and others talking about why they chose to get the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine.

H1N1 Vaccine Supply Continues to Grow

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:01:00 EST

See a state-by-state breakdown of where H1N1 vaccine has been allocated across the United States.

Clarification on the Canadian Vaccine Situation

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:30:00 EST

The facts about the voluntary hold of limited amounts of H1N1 vaccine used only in Canada.

Sebelius Attends Opening of Cell-Based Influenza Vaccine Manufacturing Facility

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

New cell-based vaccine manufacturing facility is an important step forward in expanding our domestic influenza vaccine manufacturing capability

Traveling for the holiday?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:35:00 EST

Simple steps to stay healthy and flu-free

My 10-day ordeal with H1N1

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:10:00 EST

Healthday News reporter Serena Gordon has asthma. Then she caught the flu.

New Sid the Science Kid Flu Vaccination Special Episode Now Available For Free Download on Flu.gov

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:01:00 EST

Episode explores the science behind flu vaccinations.

2009 H1N1 Vaccine Clinical Trial Results: Updates from NIAID

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:10:00 EST

NIAID trial results show H1N1 vaccine is safe and effective

CDC Announces New Method of More Accurately Calculating the Impact and Spread of H1N1

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:01:00 EST

Case Counts, Deaths, and Hospitalizations will be Higher Based on New Model

Dr. Frieden Stresses Importance of Vaccinating High-Risk Groups First

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:12:00 EST

In letter to state and local health officers, Dr. Frieden urges importance of ensuring H1N1 vaccine distribution is targeted to priority groups

HHS Orders Intravenous Antiviral Flu Medication to Help Patients Hospitalized with 2009 H1N1

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

New contracts are aimed at helping to meet the potential need for IV medications to combat the H1N1 virus

CDC: 38 Million Doses of H1N1 Vaccine Available

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:04:00 EST

11 million more doses available today than last Friday; States and localities working to get vaccine to at-risk groups

Directing H1N1 Vaccine Safety Monitoring

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:15:00 EST

Read more on federal effort to monitor 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine safety

Secretary Sebelius Visits H1N1 Vaccination Clinics

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:20:00 EST

Sebelius talked with parents and children, thanked health care workers and volunteers at H1N1 vaccination clinics this weekend

Questions and Answers about Children and Tamiflu

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:30:00 EDT

Find out about giving Tamiflu to your child and get tips for helping your child take the medicine

Vaccinations for the First Family

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:00:00 EDT

Read the White House Blog Post about Seasonal and H1N1 Vaccines for the First Family

FDA Authorizes New IV Drug for Treatment of Seriously Ill Flu Patients

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EDT

Peramivir Can Help Certain Patients Who Are Hospitalized with Flu Symptoms

Information on Flu Vaccines Gets Animated

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:30:00 EDT

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Association for Prevention Teaching and Research worked with the Henson Company and its partners to create a special episode of PBS KIDS' "Sid the Science Kid," in which Sid explores the science behind flu vaccinations.

CDC: 2009 H1N1 Flu Continues to Impact Young People

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:48:00 EDT

Health care providers urged to treat flu symptoms with antivirals

Important Info About the Flu for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis - Get Vaccinated!

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:00:00 EDT

People with Rheumatoid Arthritis Are at High Risk for Serious Flu Complications

Vaccination is the Best Way to Protect You and Your Baby

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

New “Pregnant Women and the Flu” webpage answers your questions

FDA: Be Careful When Buying H1N1 Drug Products Over the Internet

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

The FDA urges consumers to only purchase FDA-approved products from licensed pharmacies located in the United States.

Debunking False Media Claims on the 2009 H1N1 Vaccine

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

Get the facts about the 2009 H1N1 vaccine

Experts to Discuss H1N1 Vaccine Safety Live on Flu.gov

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:00:00 EDT

Do you want to know more about the H1N1 vaccine?

CDC: Flu Shot Now Makes up Half of H1N1 Vaccines Available

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EDT

9.8 million doses available for states- 5.8 million doses ordered

Flu Widespread in 37 states; 3.7 Million Vaccine Doses Ordered by the States

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

Read the latest on H1N1 flu and vaccine distribution from the October 9^th CDC briefing.

Know What to Do if You or a Loved One Gets the Flu

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

Download our new flu essentials one-pagers and share with friends, family members and people in your community.

Secretary Sebelius Tours H1N1 Clinical Trial Site

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:01:00 EST

Secretary Sebelius tours H1N1 clinical trial site at St. Louis University.

Flu Fact: H1N1 Flu Vaccination is VOLUNTARY

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:01:00 EST

Find out the facts about the federal H1N1 vaccination program.

ba-bump-bum, ba-bump-bum. "H1N1 swine flu infection. For intervention I bring prevention…"

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:01:00 EST

Dr. John Clarke, the “hip hop doc,” was voted the winner of the H1N1 PSA Contest.

Flu.gov has a new face and so much more!

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:01:00 EST

It is the “one stop” for flu information featuring critical, current information on seasonal and H1N1 flu.

Five Tips For Keeping Kids Flu Free

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:01:00 EST

Hey Parents! Flu season is coming early this year. So what can you do to keep your kids healthy? Read on for 5 quick tips…