Category Archives: COVID-19

COVID-19, Flu, Health Care, Illness, Medical Care, Symptoms

How Are the Spanish Flu and COVID-19 Alike? Here’s What Doctors Say

Posted on by yun
30
Aug

Both caused global pandemics; here’s how they compare in terms of symptoms, treatment, and death toll. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous parallels have been drawn to historical pandemics, notably the H1N1 influenza outbreak in 1918, commonly referred to as the Spanish flu. Similar to COVID-19, the 1918 influenza virus was characterized as […]

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COVID-19, Flu, Health Care, Illness, Medical Care, Treatment

What To Know About Flu Tests—When You Need One, and What To Do if You Test Positive

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30
Aug

Plus, why it’s important to seek medical care as soon as you start experiencing If you find yourself experiencing fatigue, a sore throat, a runny nose, and a fever in the autumn or winter season, the immediate assumption might lean toward a flu infection. Nonetheless, distinguishing with certainty between influenza and other ailments exhibiting comparable […]

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COVID-19, Flu, Health Care, Illness, Medical Care, Symptoms, Treatment

Flu and COVID-19: How Do the Illnesses Compare?

Posted on by yun
29
Aug

The two share a lot of similarities, but there are key differences between them. It’s a common occurrence for a set of symptoms to potentially indicate a variety of distinct conditions or ailments. This can often lead to challenges in accurately identifying the specific illness, disorder, syndrome, or infection afflicting an individual. In March 2020, […]

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COVID-19, Flu, Insight

CDC Director Warns Flu Season Could Be ‘Severe’ This Year—Here’s Why, and How to Protect Yourself

Posted on by yun
29
Aug

Last year’s drastically low number of flu cases may play a part. Amid the prevailing concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is imperative to recognize that our attention should not be solely fixated on this infectious disease. The approaching flu season for 2022-2023 demands our vigilance, as it potentially heralds a greater severity compared […]

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COVID-19, Fever, Health Care, Medical Care, Medications, Symptoms, Treatment

What Temperature Is Considered a Fever in Adults?

Posted on by yun
29
Aug

It’s one of the most common COVID-19 symptoms—here’s the temperature range you need to know. Familiar to most, the concept of fevers is not alien: Individuals have encountered elevated body temperatures on various occasions, often linked to infections caused by bacteria or viruses, such as the well-known influenza. However, since the emergence of COVID-19, there […]

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Anxiety, COVID-19, Depression, Mental Breakdown, Mental Health

Mental Illness Is on the Rise

Posted on by yun
27
Aug

Millions in the United States are affected by mental health conditions each year. Learn why? The prevalence of mental and emotional distress is on the rise in the United States, as highlighted by the World Health Organization (WHO). This trend is underscored by statistics indicating that a significant portion of the adult population, around 19.86%, […]

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COVID-19, Health Benefits, Health Care, Mental Health

How to Make Sure Social Distancing and Self-Isolation Don’t Hurt Your Mental Health

Posted on by yun
26
Aug

6 ways to fight feeling depressed and lonely as the coronavirus pandemic goes on. The unimaginable scenario that seemed distant just a week ago is now unfolding in the United States. Cities are enforcing lockdowns, bars and restaurants are closing indoor dining, movie theaters are shut down, airlines are experiencing significant declines in travel, and […]

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Anxiety, COVID-19, Mental Breakdown

How to Cope With Coronavirus Anxiety and Panic

Posted on by yun
19
Jul

How to Cope With Coronavirus Anxiety and Panic The COVID-19 pandemic has brought numerous uncertainties and unknowns, leading to a sense of fear and anxiety. The fear of the unknown can be overwhelming because it reminds us that we have limited control over the situation, which triggers the fight-or-flight response. This heightened state of awareness […]

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COVID-19

Experts Explain Why Someone Would Cough on Food and Pretend to Have Coronavirus

Posted on by yun
19
Jul

Experts Explain Why Someone Would Cough on Food and Pretend to Have Coronavirus Experiencing a constant barrage of Covid-19 news can evoke a range of emotions such as anxiety, frustration, and anger in individuals. In an attempt to understand the perplexing behavior exhibited by some during the pandemic, we consulted experts to shed light on […]

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Asthma, COVID-19

What You Need to Know About Asthma and COVID-19, According to Experts

Posted on by yun
19
Jul

What You Need to Know About Asthma and COVID-19, According to Experts During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns arose regarding the potential impact of the virus on individuals with asthma. Given that asthma is a respiratory condition that can cause breathing difficulties, it was reasonable to assume that asthma patients might be […]

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