Flu Season: What You Need To Know

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Why You Need a Flu Shot (and When To Get It)

Prevention is best against this serious illness

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Here’s How Dangerous the Flu Can Be

Influenza puts stress on your body and can lead to serious conditions like pneumonia or stroke

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Heart Health

Can the Flu Trigger a Heart Attack?

Inflammation caused by the influenza virus can lead to deadly heart complications

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

When Flu Season Officially Starts

While it typically starts in October, vaccine effectiveness can affect its duration and severity

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

What You Need To Know About Flu Strains

There are three antigenic types of influenza, but A and B are responsible for our flu season

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Infectious Disease

What’s the Difference Between RSV, the Flu and COVID-19?

It comes down to a wheeze, a fever and long-term effects

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Tamiflu: Is It Best To Help You Fight the Flu?

The antiviral medication can help curb symptoms and shorten recovery time

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Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

How Long Are You Contagious With the Flu?

You may be spreading the flu virus before your symptoms start and up to a week after

Flu Season: What You Need To Know

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