Flu season is here in New Jersey, but other illnesses are in full swing as well. Reported flu cases at the end of December were more than double what they were at the same time last season. In winter ...

When the flu strikes, one of the biggest concerns is how long you might be contagious. Knowing this can help protect your family, friends, and coworkers from catching the virus. This guide from ...

The highly contagious norovirus is spreading quickly across the country as the year comes to a close thanks to a surging variant. Why it matters: The new norovirus outbreaks come as the flu, whooping ...

Getting sick leading up to the holidays brings its own set of headaches. If you’re anything like me, you’ll be worried about transmitting your illness to your loved ones for fear of ruining their ...

Croup is not just a virus that affects children; adults can catch it, but are less likely to develop severe symptoms, ...

It’s among the most-contagious viruses known. One infection can be expected to spread to between 12 and 18 additional people. If 10 unvaccinated people are in a room with a known case, nine will ...