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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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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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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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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Is a Universal Flu Vaccine on the Horizon?
Groundbreaking research may pave the way to a universal, single-use vaccine that can protect against a wider range of flu strains.
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Here’s What You Need to Know About Avian Flu
Avian flu is in the news again with a recent outbreak in the United States in Canada. Don’t panic – here’s what you need to know to stay safe and healthy.
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Is It a Cold or the Flu? How to Spot the Difference
Knowing what illness you have is important not only for ensuring that you take the right medication, but also for preventing possible complications.
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Doctors Ask Flu Patients to Stay Home
MeMD physician assistant Jennifer McClendon was interviewed by ABC News about connecting with patients by computer.
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