This year’s flu has presented incredibly widespread activity, a high hospitalization, and a state of emergency in some regions. How did it get so bad?
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Can You Spot a Flu Faker?
It’s not always easy to tell when your child is sick—especially if they have a talent for faking it. Here are six ways to tell if your child is really sick…
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Fall Reminder: Get Your Flu Shots!
The CDC estimates that about 40,000 people die annually from influenza and its related complications in the US, so getting a flu shot can literally be lifesaving…
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Flu Season Is Back: Here’s What You Need to Know
Your best defense against influenza is a flu shot, but here are some things you might not know about the shot and other lines of defense against the flu…
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Which Foods Deliver the Highest Dose of Vitamin C?
Before you peel that orange, consider reaching for one of the following foods that all contain more vitamin C per serving than the bright citrus…
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Why Is This Year’s Flu Season So Bad?
This year is seeing a particularly severe outbreak in flu cases, causing the flu to reach an epidemic status. So why is 2017 such a bad year for influenza?
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FluMist to Be Phased Out This Flu Season
FluMist is no longer cutting it as an effective flu vaccination, so what can you do to help your child better tolerate a flu shot? Here are some tips…
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Vaccines Aren’t Just for Kids
No one likes getting shots, but it’s important to know that vaccines aren’t just for kids. Adults need to be immunized with at least one shot every year…
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Tis the Season for Telehealth [Infographic]
Hospitals around the country are being strained during this year’s flu season. But, telemedicine is here to help! Check out this infographic to see how…
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Could Super Bowl Fever Give You the Seasonal Flu?
Attending a Super Bowl party could have you suffering from body aches, fever, and a cough the following week. Learn why you’re more likely to catch the flu…
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