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Influenza activity remains high, according to the CDC's weekly surveillance report, but mortality is below the epidemic threshold.

When asked about flu and flu vaccination, nearly one-third of US adults got all of the facts wrong. So, are they getting vaccinated?

Help your patients stay active and heart-healthy for American Heart Month with these top 5 cardio apps. 

A Cleveland Clinic survey of US adults found that only 8% know that the majority of heart disease is due to modifiable risk factors.

Click through a quick summary of the key changes made to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' 2020 recommendations for adults.  

To support efforts to contain the 2019 novel coronavirus, the WHO has launched a comprehensive online education series for all healthcare and public health officials.

These concise summaries outline key developments in the evolution of a promising genetics-based approach to cystic fibrosis treatment.

Implementing these assessments, interventions, and mobile apps could contribute to improved disease detection, treatment strategies, and adherence.

From 2013-2016, about 46% of US adults had hypertension. Plus more highlights from the AHA's annual Heart Disease and Stroke Statistical Update. 

Safe and effective opioid tapering requires careful patient selection and a multimodal approach. Try our 10 questions on current HHS recommendations.

In 2018, 9 states reported an adult obesity prevalence of ≥35%. Find out more trends from the CDCs annual Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps.

How did Kansas City fans celebrate Superbowl LIV? With responsible consumption of a favored ETOH. Find out who drinks what with a short post-season quiz.

Sample: Approximately how many alcohol-related deaths were recorded between 1999-2017 among people aged ≥16 years?

Analysis of EEG data from patients with major depressive disorder predicted response to SSRI treatment with accuracy of nearly 80%, according to a new study.

The FDA is urging physicians to weigh the benefits and risks of the obesity drug, Belviq™ (lorcaserin), when deciding to start or continue treatment.

Testosterone could protect women from asthma and niacin may decrease COPD severity in men--results of 2 of these 4 studies. Read more.

A new review found >2 million US adults with heart disease have either used marijuana in the past or are current users. 

When compared to standard diet and exercise, a new review found metformin more effective in type 2 diabetes prevention.