Common winter illnesses are typically highly contagious. A family physician breaks down 10 common winter illnesses and what to do and expect when you catch them.
Tag: COVID-19
Are COVID Toes and Rashes Common Symptoms of the Coronavirus?
Are COVID toes and COVID rashes really a thing? The jury’s still out on it. Here’s why.
What Pills Can You Take To Treat COVID-19?
Do you know what medications are being used to treat COVID-19 infections? Find out what they are and who can benefit.
Here’s How Long COVID-19 Lasts on Surfaces
Concerned about how COVID-19 can affect you if you touch a contaminated doorknob or package? We asked an infectious disease specialist how long the virus can survive on common surfaces and what we need to know to stay healthy.
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How Airplane Travel Affects Your Body
Feel dehydrated and tired after a flight? Airplane travel can affect your body in different ways, but a family medicine physician offers tips you can try to have a smooth takeoff and landing.
When Flu Season Officially Starts
What will this year’s flu season be like? And when does it start? An infectious disease specialist shares what we know so far.
Why You Need a Flu Shot (and When To Get It)
You might not be worried about the flu, but it’s a serious illness that merits proactive measures. Here’s why you should get the flu vaccine and when to get it.
Should You Get the Newest COVID-19 Vaccine?
An infectious disease specialist explains why you need the latest COVID-19 vaccine and who should get it ASAP.
What’s the Difference Between RSV, the Flu and COVID-19?
Wondering whether its RSV, the flu or COVID-19? Learn how to tell the difference — or if it could be more than one infection at a time.
Here’s Why COVID-19 Is Still Dangerous
An infectious disease specialist explains why and how COVID-19 is still dangerous, especially to our most vulnerable populations.