New research links flu and pneumonia vaccine to lower risk of Alzheimer's disease
A study from the University of Texas looked at 9,000 older adults.People who got at least one flu vaccine were 17% less likely to develop Alzheimer's or dementia.

Apex historian reflects on devastating epidemic of 1918
Scott Mason, our Tar Heel Traveler, talks with an Apex man who is a longtime historian. He reflects on the Spanish Flu, how it hit 102 years ago and how it compares to the coronavirus pandemic.

Sampson woman survived Spanish flu pandemic, now navigating coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic is uncharted territory for most people, but not for Sannie Purdie.

105-year-old woman credits prayer with helping her outlast two pandemics
The coronavirus pandemic is uncharted territory for most people, but not for Sannie Purdie.

4 died from flu in NC last week
Four people died in North Carolina of the flu in the last week of March, bringing the state total for the season to 159. The deaths include four children, according to data from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

Raleigh woman's journey through coronavirus testing
A north Raleigh woman feared she had coronavirus when she developed a fever, cough and congestion.

Symptoms lead to coronavirus test for Raleigh woman
A north Raleigh woman feared she had coronavirus when she developed a fever, cough and congestion.

Allergies, flu or coronavirus: Which symptoms to look for
Dr. Allen Mask, an urgent care physician, said people who feel sick should look for three major symptoms -- cough, fever and shortness of breath. Those may indicate COVID-19.

3 more people died from the flu in NC last week
Three more people died of the flu in North Carolina last week as the number of confirmed cases of the illness continues to drop.

Should people be more concerned about flu than coronavirus?
In a Feb. 3 segment on Daily Blast Live, a live daytime news and entertainment program, Dr. Drew Pinsky lambasted press coverage of the coronavirus outbreak and said "you're more likely to die of influenza right now."

11 more people died from the flu last week
Eleven more people died of the flu in North Carolina last week, and 127 people have died from the illness this season, officials said Thursday.

Dr. Mask: Coronavirus is too new to fully understand
WRAL's Dr. Allen Mask talks with David Crabtree about the biggest concerns about coronavirus. So far, the illness has been more deadly than the flu, but most people who will catch the virus will have mild symptoms.

Take virus prevention into your own hands and travel safely
No matter the germ concern, there are simple and common-sense ways to travel safely.

Risk still low, US officials take steps to contain coronavirus
The government wants to be ready for anything so hospitals are taking the travel histories for anybody who comes in and appears to be sick.

People, stores in the Triangle stockpile face masks--but CDC cautions against hoarding
People and stores in the Triangle have begun stockpiling masks ahead of coronavirus fears. However, the CDC recommends against healthy people rushing stores to get masks--as it could impact people with the greatest need from accessing them.

Triangle people, stores stockpile face masks ahead of coronavirus fears
The CDC is not recommending for the general public to wear masks. Many people have been stocking up as a precaution, but a rush on masks could prevent people who most need the masks--such as people who have symptoms of coronavirus, healthcare workers and those are are caring for people with the virus--from accessing them.

Wake schools officials tell parents not to panic over coronavirus
As fears over a coronavirus outbreak expand around the world, Wake County Public School System officials tried to calm area parents on Thursday.

15 more people died from the flu last week
Fifteen more people died of the flu in North Carolina last week, bringing the total number of deaths this season to 115.

10 steps to preparing for coronavirus in the United States
CDC officials said they expect more cases of coronavirus in the United States, and the time to prepare for possible spread is now. Here are 10 ways to prepare for coronavirus spreading in America.