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Can You Get a Flu Shot if You’re Allergic to Eggs?

Current evidence and medical guidelines say the flu vaccine is safe, even for those with egg allergies

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When To Take Your Baby to the Hospital for RSV

Seek medical care if your little one is working hard to breathe or shows signs of dehydration

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How Cold Weather Can Weaken Your Immune System

Cold, wet conditions can weaken your immune system, which makes it easier for illnesses and infections to spread

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March 6, 2026/Children’s Health

Croup vs. RSV: How To Tell the Difference

Both respiratory illnesses cause coughing, but croup brings a distinctive ‘barking’ sound

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Why Do Atmospheric Changes Make Us More Vulnerable to Sickness?

OTC meds, rest, fluids and an anti-inflammatory diet can help you get through big and small weather changes

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February 19, 2026/Pregnancy & Childbirth

Why the RSV Vaccine Is Recommended During Pregnancy

Infants are at high risk of severe RSV, but getting the vaccine during pregnancy helps protect them from it

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February 19, 2026/Lung

How To Stop Coughing: 9 Tips and Tricks

Honey, humidity and the right OTC meds can help bring on cough relief

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Why Am I Coughing So Much?

Allergies, postnasal drip, asthma or reflux could be to blame for a cough that won’t quit

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How To Correctly Use Nasal Spray

Correct positioning is one of the keys to getting the best results

Person sick sitting on couch under throw blanket, holding glass of water and tissues, with hand to their head

Cold vs. Flu: How To Tell the Difference

They can feel similar, but the differences matter — especially if you’re at higher risk for complications

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