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The 2009 H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. Human infections with the new H1N1 virus are ongoing in the United States. Most people who have become ill with this new virus have recovered without requiring medical treatment. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Sebelius: Ample flu vaccine will be available

Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says vaccine for the swine flu virus "is coming out the door as fast as it comes off the production line."

10/28/2009 08:39 PM

Siena has confirmed case of H1N1

Another area college has a confirmed case of the H1N1 virus. Siena College said the student, who was evaluated and treated by the Department of Health Services, is now on medical leave.

Updated 10/15/2009 06:02 AM

H1N1 confirmed at UAlbany

At least one athlete at UAlbany is being treated for the H1N1 virus. The school's Sports Information director said one student athlete has the virus, and another athlete with flu-like symptoms may also have H1N1.

Updated 10/09/2009 06:01 AM

Getting a vaccine against the flu, H1N1 or pneumonia

You've heard it, H1N1 the vaccine, what do you do? With all of the media attention, it's easy to get confused.

Updated 10/09/2009 05:00 AM

H1N1 still a pandemic?

In the first days of the H1N1 influenza, authorities scrambled to battle the disease, fearing a worldwide pandemic with deadly results. Now, Bill Carey reports, with the passage of time and more information about the illness, the debate is growing over whether it’s time to ease up on the tough campaign.

Updated 10/08/2009 12:24 PM

Counterfeit drug alert and online drug safety

FDA officials are warning people to be extremely careful when it comes to buying medication online. Those drugs may not be safe. Pfizer Global Security Director Patrick Ford stopped by our studio to explain.

Updated 10/08/2009 12:18 PM

Officials talk about H1N1 prevention and preparation

As kids get ready to head back to school, state leaders are taking steps to prevent an H1N1 outbreak. Our Curtis Schick was at an Albany middle school Monday where the governor spoke Monday afternoon.

Updated 10/08/2009 12:06 PM

Vaccine safety

Some are cautious over getting vaccines. Our Casey Bortnick lets us know if we need to worry.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:43 AM

CDC: H1N1 virus hitting pregnant women hard

A new report from the Center for Disease Control says the risk for
pregnant women getting the H1N1 virus is higher than expected. So far, there have been about 700 known cases. Of the 100 patients admitted to intensive care, 28 have died. Despite the report, there are some woman that are still choosing not to get vaccinated. Casey Bortnick has more.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:40 AM

Having an H1N1 family plan

During the peak of flu season, which typically hits just before February, as many as one in five kids or 20 percent are out with the flu in any given school district. With the H1N1, or swine flu virus, still out there, doctors expect that number to rise to 50 percent this year. Experts say now is the time to plan ahead. Casey Bortnick reports.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:21 AM

Health Department encourages NY'ers to get flu, H1N1 shots

We are now officially getting into the flu season and the state Health Department is reminding New Yorkers how to stay safe -- and that includes getting the H1N1 vaccine and the regular flu vaccine.