How to predict responses to disease
Computer model could help public health officials anticipate overreactions to disease outbreaks.
Potential flu pandemic lurks
MIT study identifies influenza viruses circulating in pigs and birds that could pose a risk to humans.
Keeping an eye on H1N1
MIT scientists identify a mutation that could allow the flu virus to spread much more easily.
Nearly 2,000 H1N1 vaccine shots given by MIT Medical so far
MIT Medical has administered almost 2,000 doses of H1N1 vaccine during two clinics this month — and more are in the works.
Snacks on a plane? Staying healthy during holiday travel
Dr. Howard M. Heller, Chief of Medicine at MIT Medical, talks about how to stay safe while traveling, especially on airplanes. What about that recirculated air? And what are safe and unsafe ways to eat on the plane?
