Flu, Insight, Medical Care

CDC Recommends Stronger Flu Shots for People 65 and Older This Season—Here’s Why

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31
Aug

Seniors often bear the greatest burden during flu season, accounting for a majority of hospitalizations and deaths. Fast Facts For the inaugural occasion, federal health authorities are advising a preferential approach, urging individuals aged 65 and above to opt for higher-dose or adjuvanted flu vaccinations specifically for the 2022-2023 flu season. According to a media […]

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Flu, Symptoms

How the Flu Can Affect Your Health Even After You Feel Better

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31
Aug

The influenza virus itself may only be present for a few days, but for some people, the effects can be long-lasting. Numerous compelling reasons support the decision to receive an annual flu shot, aimed at safeguarding oneself against the contagious and occasionally severe respiratory ailment, influenza, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and […]

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Diagnosis, Flu, Health Care, Medical Care, Medications, Symptoms, Treatment

What Is the Period Flu?

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31
Aug

The period flu mimics symptoms of the flu—such as headache, sore throat, and muscle aches—near your period. Symptoms resembling the flu, such as headache, fever, gastrointestinal discomfort, and fatigue, can closely mimic the flu itself or create the sensation of an impending flu episode. However, it’s essential to clarify that the term “period flu” lacks […]

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Flu, Insight

What To Know About the High-Dose Flu Vaccine

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31
Aug

Not everyone will be able to get this vaccine. In the United States, the flu season typically spans from October to February, as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To proactively safeguard yourself, it is advisable to obtain a flu vaccine prior to the commencement of the season. When contemplating the […]

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Flu, Health Care, Illness, Symptoms

8 Illnesses That Cause Flu-Like Symptoms That Aren’t the Flu

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31
Aug

Other bugs can also cause those flu-like symptoms. At a Glance Given the highly contagious nature of the flu, it’s natural to be concerned about any cough, muscle ache, or even a slight fever, interpreting them as potential signs of flu infection. This reaction is understandable since a multitude of other illnesses can also produce […]

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Flu, Illness, Insight

What Is the Incubation Period for the Flu?

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31
Aug

You may be able to pass on the virus, even if you don’t feel sick yet. One of the most concerning aspects of the influenza virus, apart from its array of symptoms, is its potential for silent transmission. Individuals can unknowingly carry the virus, presenting a risk of spreading it to others without displaying any […]

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COVID-19, Flu

COVID-19 is the Worst Pandemic in US History

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31
Aug

COVID-19 surpassed the 1918 Spanish flu death toll. Let’s put this alarming milestone in perspective. For over a century, the devastating influenza outbreak of 1918 has stood as a reference point for pandemics in the United States. Regrettably, as of September 2022, the COVID-19 pandemic has now claimed the unfortunate distinction of being the most […]

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Flu, Health Care, Illness, Medical Care, Symptoms

University of Michigan Flu Outbreak Identified as Influenza A Virus—Here’s What to Know

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31
Aug

More than 500 people at the university’s Ann Arbor campus have been diagnosed with the flu—and the majority did not receive the flu vaccine. The recent developments at the University of Michigan have garnered attention due to the disclosure by university authorities that an influenza outbreak is under investigation by the Centers for Disease Control […]

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Congenital disorders

Purpura Disease – Causes, Definition, and Treatment

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31
Aug

Introduction You must have noticed bruises and rashes in parts of your body and wondered where you got hurt. Well, these may not be bruises but Purpura. It is a skin condition that indicates that something is wrong with your health and requires medical attention. Purpura can happen at any age. It is more common […]

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Infection

AMR and the effective management of infections

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31
Aug

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites evolve over time and become unresponsive to medications that were once effective in treating those infections. This poses significant challenges in disease management, increasing the risk of disease transmission, severe illness, and even mortality.   According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), AMR continues to […]

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