Influenza, commonly called “the flu,” can make you feel miserable and can even be downright dangerous. Quickly getting the best flu treatment available can make all the difference in how severe your flu symptoms become and how quickly you recover. … Read more
People often use the term “flu” to describe any illness that causes many of the same symptoms of flu. But they may actually have what’s called a “flu-like illness.” A flu-like illness causes many of the same symptoms as the … Read more
The weather is turning cooler, and unfortunately that means flu season is right around the corner. It’s time to get your yearly flu shot! Here’s what you need to know…
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Although they’re both caused by viruses, the flu and the common cold are not the same thing. Cold symptoms can result from a variety of common viruses, while the flu is caused by the influenza virus. Likewise, cold symptoms are … Read more
Contrary to common opinion, influenza is a serious infection that can result in hospitalization and sometimes death. Because each season usually presents a slightly different strain of the virus, its impact can vary. Likewise, there’s no way to predict how … Read more
An Overdose Warning for Acetaminophen
According to The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Americans catch one billion colds each year and about 20% of Americans will contract the flu. Many of the over-the-counter (OTC) medications frequently used to alleviate flu … Read more
Influenza activity continues to increase in the United States and most of the country is now experiencing high levels of influenza-like-illness (ILI), according to Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC’s) latest FluView report. The CDC continues to recommend influenza vaccination and … Read more
Many have their own special terms for stomach and intestinal related illness such as, “My daughter had the ‘stomach bug’ last week and now it is going through the whole house.” Or, “I had vomiting and diarrhea all night. What … Read more