Oregon Influenza Facts
- Puts the virus into historical perspective for Oregon, including the numbers of flu-related deaths. Learn about risk factors and prevention.
- http://oregon.gov/DHS/ph/acd/flu/influenza.shtml
Influenza - World Health Organization
- Monitor the flu with WHO's mapping system which points to outbreaks and seasonal activity. Offers flu facts and recommended vaccine information.
- http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/en/index.html
Kilbourne, NY Medical College Influenza Archive
- An archive of influenza virus reassortants, mutants, and antisera, including a database of flu viruses and vaccines, with information about phenotype, genotype, special properties, and relevant published references.
- http://www.flu-archive.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Vaccine and antiviral information. Also provides national and international surveillance reports.
- http://www.cdc.gov/flu/
Influenza
- Surveys that highlight high risk groups and individuals. Information at both the consumer and health professional levels. From the Australian National Institute of Clinical Studies.
- http://www.fightflu.com.au
Influenza - American Lung Association
- Q&A page defines the flu, and examines its severity and complications. Read about who should get vaccinated, and how to stay healthy.
- http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=35426
Influenza (Flu) - Texas Department of Health
- Overview of influenza, case definitions, vaccine information (including the Influenza Vaccination Pocket Information Guide), and surveillance data with influenza activity levels.
- http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/idcu/disease/influenza/
Mayo Clinic: Flu
- A description of influenza, its symptoms, causes, complications, treatment and prevention.
- http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/influenza/DS00081
InteliHealth: Influenza
- Harvard Medical School consumer health information on Influenza.
- http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/10198.html
Pandemic Flu
- U.S. government site for information on pandemic flu and avian influenza.
- http://www.pandemicflu.gov/
MedicineNet: Flu Vaccine (Influenza Immunization)
- Doctor written consumer health information, including who should receive the flu vaccine, effectiveness, side effects, and the nasal spray flu vaccine.
- http://www.medicinenet.com/flu_vaccination/article.htm
MedicineNet.com - Influenza
- A collection of articles about cold and flu topcs covering symptoms, vaccinations, medications, and treatment
- http://www.medicinenet.com/influenza/article.htm
FDA: Influenza Antiviral Drugs and Related Information
- Outline and discussion of the various drugs and vaccines available to combat the Influenza (Flu) virus.
- http://www.fda.gov/cder/drug/antivirals/influenza/default.htm
Foreign Affairs - Preparing for the Next Pandemic
- Examines the impact of a major influenza pandemic and discusses preparedness in detail.
- http://www.foreignaffairs.org/20050701faessay84402-p0/michael-t-osterholm/preparing-for-the-next-pandemic.html
BBC: Influenza (Flu)
- Article about influenza (flu) vaccines and treatment.
- http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/influenza1.shtml
Test-med Vaccination Services
- Offers at-your-site services to corporate clients and vaccination services to the community-at-large. Operating in CA, MO, IL, WA, FL, IN, OH, PA, OR, WVA, TN, WI.
- http://www.test-med.com/home/
Influenza.com
- Influenza can cause hospitalizations and death and there is a vaccine available to prevent it. Find who is at risk, learn the history, and discover the impact on our health and our children.
- http://www.influenza.com
VNA First
- Vaccine locator site for Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio. Also contains information on influenza and health related issues.
- http://www.vnaflu.com
Prevent the Flu
- Bolstering your immune system through proper hygiene, eating a diet rich in whole foods, using key supplements, getting proper, restful sleep and reducing stress to help prevent flu, colds and diseases. By Joseph Brasco M.D.
- http://www.preventtheflu.com
Flu Busters
- A national health care company that specializes in administering the flu shot on-site. Includes flu facts, statistics, and immunization FAQ's.
- http://www.flubusters.net
Flu in China
- Information for researchers and public health workers in China.
- http://www.flu.org.cn
CBC news - Fighting the Flu
- A CBC News in-depth report on popular misconceptions, facts on flu shots and a history of vaccinations.
- http://www.cbc.ca/news/background/flu/
Yahoo! Health - Influenza
- Health encyclopedia with detailed information on the flu: description, causes, incidence, risk factors, symptoms, signs and tests, treatment and prevention.
- http://health.yahoo.com/health/ency/adam/000080/overview
Influenza Vaccine
- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point looks at who needs the flu vaccine and when, as well as the risk of serious reaction.
- http://wellness.uwsp.edu/news/flu/
MedlinePlus: Influenza
- Directory of news releases, articles, and factsheets.
- http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/influenza.html
e-Medicine Health - Flu in Adults
- Consumer health resource center providing an overview of adult influenza and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
- http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/17267-1.asp
Maxim Health Systems Find a Flu Shot Clinic
- Locate flu shot clinics by zip code, area code, or state. Get information on who needs a flu shot and why its important for preventing complications.
- http://www.findaflushot.com/
Cold and Flu: Treatments, Remedies and Prevention
- Offers a consumer health site for cold and flu. Included information on prevention and natural remedies.
- http://my.webmd.com/content/pages/5/4068_101
National Flu Surveillance Network
- US information on influenza and the flu virus with current trends, news, community outbreaks and surveillance maps. [Requires Flash]
- http://www.fluwatch.com/index2.html
Better Homes and Gardens Cold and Flu Guide
- Deciphering cold, flu, and allergy symptoms. Treatments that work in preventing colds and flu.
- http://www.bhg.com/bhg/story.jhtml?storyid=%2Ftemplatedata%2Fbhg%2Fstory%2Fdata%2F13492.xml&categoryid=
HealthLink MCW
- An article answering the question: how do I know it's the flu?
- http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1005768688.html
Flu Shots for Children
- Offers Influenza facts, vaccine facts, who should get the flu shot, and Q&As about the vaccine.
- http://pediatrics.about.com/library/weekly/aa103101a.htm
Donnica Moore, M.D.
- Compares and contrasts cold and flu symptoms.
- http://www.drdonnica.com/display.asp?article=386
Influenza Virus Illustration
- Computer graphics of the appearance and structure of the virus with a description.
- http://www.rkm.com.au/VIRUS/Influenza/
AskMen.com
- Article with tips on losing the flu.
- http://www.askmen.com/fashion/how_to/23_how_to.html
HealthWorld Online: Influenza
- Alternative medicine remedies such as herbs and tonics are presented at possible flu medicines. Focus piece advises on treating children.
- http://www.healthy.net/clinic/dandc/influenz/