How to stop the flu
Engineering-systems researchers identify proven strategies to prevent influenza from spreading through a household.
Keeping an eye on H1N1
MIT scientists identify a mutation that could allow the flu virus to spread much more easily.
Countering ‘memory loss’ in the immune system
New findings from MIT biologists could help vaccine designers elicit long-term immunity.
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?
More jabs needed
Study suggests that vaccinating many more people could slow the seasonal influenza virus's ability to evade vaccines.