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The Bottom Line on Booster Shots

Everyone waiting on the arrival of vaccine booster shots could stop holding their breath in mid-November 2021. The CDC expanded eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots to all adults on November 19. Before you search, “booster shots near me,” take a minute to learn the ins and outs of enhancing your protection against COVID-19. The FDA Announcement: It’s Time for a Boost Per the current recommendations,… Read More

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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

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Hepatitis A: What You Need to Know About Florida’s Recent Outbreak

Recent cases of hepatitis A in Florida have raised questions about possible exposure to the illness and how to minimize the likelihood of becoming infected. While the hepatitis A virus is highly contagious, and can live outside the body for months, there are steps you can take to minimize your risk—even after you have been exposed. What Is Hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a contagious virus that infects the liver… Read More

Measles Outbreak 2019: 4 Things You Should Know

As of May 31, 2019, 981 individual cases of measles have been confirmed in 26 states. This is the greatest number of reported cases since the disease was declared eliminated in the year 2000. This recent spike is particularly alarming, since the measles virus is highly contagious and spreads quickly among those unvaccinated. In some cases, serious complications can result, including pneumonia, encephalitis, and… Read More

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