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Flu vaccinations urged for pregnant women

Despite the fact they are at increased risk from flu, most pregnant women neglect to have a flu vaccination unless they are encouraged by a health worker.

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Breathing spreads flu more than sneezing

Researchers have found fine airborne particles released from breathing carry more of the flu virus than larger droplets expelled from a cough or a sneeze.

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Two men die of new bird flu strain

Two men in Shanghai have died of a strain of bird flu that has not previously been transmitted to humans, prompting authorities to step up checks.

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Canadian hospitalised with new swine flu

A Canadian man has been hospitalised in southwestern Ontario with a new variant of the swine flu virus that caused a 2009 pandemic.

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Free flu jabs deadline extended

Health Minister Tony Ryall has announced free flu vaccinations are being extended to the end of August.

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Fast flu facts

What you need to know about the flu vaccine.

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Cold and flu myth busters

It's the season of the lurgy! Get up to speed on what's true or false when it comes to cold and flu.

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Cold combat: beat the winter lurgy

Each year, at least 20 per cent of Kiwis are infected with Influenza. A dietitian, naturopath and GP share their advice to beat the dreaded winter lurgy.

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