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Flu Season Is Here: What You Need To Know
The colder months have finally arrived, and that means it's flu season. But with a few simple steps, you can help protect yourself from catching this nasty virus.
Common Cold and Flu Myths
With cold and flu season well underway, popular myths about these unwanted holiday visitors are circulating along with the sniffles.
Taking Action Against the Flu
Are you ready for flu season? It's already upon us, and many Americans haven't properly prepared. A few simple steps can get you and your family ready to take on the flu.
Treating Children's Sinus Infections
When your child's sniffles last longer than a week, a trip to the pediatrician may be in order. Bacterial sinus infections are common in children, and new treatment guidelines give pediatricians and parents more leeway in how to treat them.
Catching Colds in the Summer Heat
The sun is out, the air is warm, people are putting on their swimsuits and heading to the pool, and you are…blowing your nose and shivering under the covers?
Is This Flu, or Just a Cold?
Cold and flu season is approaching with the advent of colder weather and the winter months. How do you tell the difference between the two illnesses?
How to Stay Healthy During Flu Season
Not every sickness gets its own season. Flu season comes between the months of October and May, threatening us with a potentially dangerous but very avoidable virus.
Got HIV? Avoid the flu
For most people, getting the flu is an unpleasant, seasonal occurrence. But for people with HIV, the flu can be devastating for their already-compromised health.
To Flu Shot or Not?
It's flu season and before your kid starts sniffling you want to know: Is the flu shot a fabulous fix or a radical risk?
Ozone and your lungs
Before you step outside on a sunny day for a run, think about taking precautions for your health. Sure, you stretched, but did you check the day's ozone level?