Results for "Infectious Disease"

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When Can You Safely Go Back to Work or School After the Flu?
You’ve finally stopped shivering. Your head isn’t pounding anymore. And for the first time in days, you can smell your morning coffee again. After battling...
November 06
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Do You Need Flu Antiviral Medication? Here’s How to Decide
If you start having symptoms of the flu like fever, chills, cough, sore throat or headache, you might think you should just rest and wait it out.  But...
October 28
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Flu, COVID and RSV at the Same Time? What to Know About Co-Infections
Every winter, families face the same worry when someone gets sick: Is this just a cold, the flu or another respiratory virus?  Now, with influenza (flu),...
October 10
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Walking Pneumonia: Why This “Milder” Infection Still Deserves Attention
If you have a nagging cough that just won’t quit but you’re dealing with it at home, you might have something called walking pneumonia. It’s often milder...
October 09
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Home Testing for Flu, COVID and RSV: What to Know Before You Swab
When respiratory viruses are spreading around, you could get symptoms like cough, fever, sore throat and tiredness. And you might want to know whether...
October 06
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RSV Protection This Fall: What to Know About New Vaccines and Antibodies
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) may not make as many headlines as the flu or COVID-19, but it can lead to serious illness—especially in infants, older...
August 27
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How to Prepare for Flu Season: 5 Smart Steps to Stay Ahead
Flu season is coming—are you ready? Taking a few simple steps now can help reduce your risk of getting sick and protect those around you. Whether you're...
August 12
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Climate Change and Health: How a Changing Climate Affects Us All
Climate change is causing more severe storms, more dangerous floods and worse droughts. And it’s not just an environmental issue. Climate change is also...
August 07
Better Me
How to Prevent Dehydration When You Have Diarrhea or Vomiting
Did the stomach bug hit your home? Vomiting (throwing up) and diarrhea can take a lot out of you – literally. When your child, older parent or even you...
July 18
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Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): What You Can Do to Help Prevent It
If you’re sick, you might turn to antibiotics or other medicines to help you feel better. But what happens when those medicines stop working? That’s happening...
June 17