This is a rebroadcast of an earlier show (original air date April 18, 2023); no calls will be taken. Millions of people need blood transfusions each year. Some for surgery, others because they have a disease that requires certain parts of blood. There is no substitute for human blood — all transfusions use blood from […]
Being a little sore after your jab is a small price to pay to prevent influenza. Flu vaccines, much like diverse solutions in life, lack a one-size-fits-all approach. Indeed, an array of influenza vaccines is available each year, tailored to varying needs. Administration can occur through injection or nasal spray, with specific dosages designed for […]
Depending on what’s causing your stuffy nose, there are at-home, over-the-counter, and prescription remedies available as treatment. Nasal congestion, often referred to as a stuffy nose, results in discomfort and obstructed nasal breathing. This condition arises from the inflammation or dilation of blood vessels in the nasal lining, causing the tissue to swell. This inflammatory […]
Give your immune system a fighting chance. When afflicted with the flu, the genuine remedy lies in rest and the passage of time. Magical elixirs of food and drink won’t instantaneously dispel your symptoms. However, prioritizing proper hydration and consumption of nourishing edibles can contribute to preventing the exacerbation of your current condition. This practice […]
The CDC says August is just a bit too soon. Influenza stands as a respiratory ailment originating from viral infection, renowned for its remarkable transmissibility. Data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals an annual incidence of influenza affecting approximately 8% of the United States populace. Remarkably, modern medicine has blessed […]
Low vaccination rates, increased susceptibility to infection, and more holiday gatherings could be behind the spike in hospitalizations. FAST FACTS During a press briefing on December 5, Rochelle Walensky, MD, who serves as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), conveyed that this year’s influenza vaccine demonstrates a significant alignment with […]
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It’s not just because you got the shot. Obtaining your annual influenza vaccination stands as the primary and pivotal measure in safeguarding yourself and your dear ones against an inevitable flu season. In general, the influenza vaccine tends to induce only minor and transient side effects—such as weariness, headaches, muscle soreness, and a slight elevation […]
The flu shot can last for up to six months, though it is most effective for the first three months. In the event that you experience the customary symptoms resembling those of the flu—such as fever, chills, and nasal congestion—you might begin to feel concerned about the possibility of having contracted the flu, even during […]
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 […]