Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Adult female on couch, coughing into crook of arm, holding thermometer

January 15, 2024/Infectious Disease

Prepping for Flurona: When COVID-19 and the Flu Strike at the Same Time

It’s best to treat flu-like symptoms as if you have COVID-19

female with fingers pressing on bridge of nose in distress

January 5, 2024/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Got a Sinus Infection That Won’t Quit? When To Worry

Give it seven to 10 days, but if your symptoms linger or get worse, it’s time to see a healthcare provider

Someone uses a wall-mounted jet dryer to dry their hands.

November 15, 2023/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

The Dirty Truth About Hand Dryers

Some dryers spread germs instead of removing them

Overhead view of a person holding hot tea and flu medications.

October 11, 2023/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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October 9, 2023/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

6 Tips To Prep for Flu Season

Get vaccinated, consider wearing a mask and stock your medicine cabinet

Woman with protective face mask huddling on floor while flu spores float around in the air.

October 5, 2023/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

Masked person receiving vaccine shot in their shoulder

October 3, 2023/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

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

Prevention is best against this serious illness

FLu vaccine vials with needle filled with liquid on a blue background.

September 26, 2023/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

Elderly person receives vaccine in arm from health professional.

September 13, 2023/Infectious Disease

Is There a Vaccine for RSV? Here’s Who’s Eligible

Adults 60 or older, pregnant people and babies can get protected against the respiratory virus

Person with hand over mouth, coughing, with hand on their chest.

September 1, 2023/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Can Essential Oils Treat a Cough?

A couple essential oils may be used with caution, but there are safer and more effective options

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