It’s best to treat flu-like symptoms as if you have COVID-19
The duration varies, but symptoms can linger for a few days up to a couple weeks or more
Plan early — getting the right vaccines can help you stay healthy on your travels
It’s 97% effective in preventing shingles in people between the ages of 50 and 69
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The flu, RSV, COVID-19, pneumonia and more typically circulate during cold weather months
Chilblain-like skin lesions and rashes probably aren’t COVID related
Vaccination is best for prevention, but if you get sick with COVID-19, treatments are available
Some dryers spread germs instead of removing them
The virus lives best in humans, but it can last on hard surfaces, like doorknobs and railings
But if you haven’t been vaccinated, you could get chickenpox from somebody with shingles
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