In the coming months, public health experts stress social distancing, frequent hand-washing, wearing masks and getting flu shots to stave off both illnesses.
Discussion: The flu outbreak — what you need to know
A group of scientists have recommended testing out the safety of the current anthrax vaccine, which is deemed safe for adults, when its administered to children.
New vaccine provides nearly 50 percent protection from malaria; work still needed
A new vaccine is providing protection against malaria to nearly 50 percent of those who get it, possibly saving millions of lives. But that leaves some doctors with concerns.