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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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How To Correctly Use Nasal Spray

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

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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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Does the Flu Shot Make You Sick?

Doctors say that vaccination is an effective way to guard against influenza — and that it cannot give you the virus

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What Elderberries Can (and Can’t) Do for Your Health

This fruit has clear nutritional benefits — but there’s little evidence it can prevent or treat illness

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How To Prepare for Flu Season

From washing your hands and disinfecting surfaces to boosting your immune health, there are many ways to reduce your flu risk

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October 3, 2025/Infectious Disease

Understanding COVID-19 Guidelines

Most can return to work or school when they’re symptom-free for 24 hours

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Can Zinc or Vitamin C Help You Fight Off a Cold?

Don’t expect miracles out of ‘immune-boosting’ supplements when you’re sick

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What’s the Difference Between Influenza A and Influenza B?

The two main strains of the flu have a lot in common, but type A causes more cases and more severe illness than type B

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December 23, 2024/Children's Health

What To Do When Your Child Has the Flu

The flu can make kids seriously sick, so watch for signs of dehydration and breathing problems

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