COVID-19 & Flu Vaccines: What you need to know to get you through flu season
This winter, it’ll be flu vs COVID-19 in a battle over which nasty respiratory illness can cause more havoc. You might be thinking, “Does the flu still exist?” Unfortunately, it does, and although COVID-19 is often worse, the flu is still a major headache. Staying healthy involves more than knowing the difference between cold, flu, and COVID-19. We need to guard against all viruses with everything… Read More
Should I Consider Getting a Flu Shot This Season?
Are you wondering if you should get a Seasonal Flu shot this year? With so much discussion around the different variants of COVID-19, many people are asking MD Now if they should bother with a flu shot this year. Since both viruses spread through airborne exposure and can lead to serious illness or even death, in some cases, we believe getting a flu shot is always a good idea. Yearly Protection: How Do Flu… Read More
Flu Symptoms vs COVID-19: How to Spot the Difference
The rise and spread of the delta variant have made this summer challenging for us all. Health experts are bracing for the worst as we approach the cold winter months. Delta variant symptoms can align with flu symptoms. Learning how to recognize the differences between these illnesses will go a long way toward managing the pandemic. Flu Symptoms vs Covid: What Should You Be Looking For? The two contagious… Read More
How to Stay Safe Returning to School: Avoiding Flu, COVID-19, and More
With students heading back to school this fall, staying safe is on everyone’s mind given the COVID-19 challenges and concerns. This fall also starts another season of flu, strep throat, mono, pneumonia, and other common illnesses that further add to the health challenges we must face. The following health tips for going back to school may help set your mind at ease. Going Back to School Safety Tips for Common… Read More
