‘Tis the season to spread joy, not the flu virus! Odds are, you’re preparing to host or attend at least one Friendsgiving, office Christmas party, Hannukah dinner, gift exchange, or another holiday gathering in the next few months. Unfortunately, the holidays coincide with flu season, which leaves up to 20% of Americans sick every year according to the Centers for
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How Common is the Flu?
How Common is the Flu? The flu—or influenza—is a highly contagious viral infection that impacts millions of Americans every year during flu season, which typically runs from October to March. According the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), between 9.3 million and 45 million people in the United States have become sick with the flu each year since
Where Can I Get a Flu Shot in Maryland?
Where Can I Get a Flu Shot in Maryland? Many physician’s offices, pharmacies, and urgent care clinics offer flu shots just before and during flu season, which typically runs from October through March and peaks between December and February. If you live in Montgomery County, Maryland, and would like to be vaccinated against the flu, an excellent place to turn
Is the Flu Curable?
Is the Flu Curable? While flu season continues to be overshadowed by the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the flu is still a real threat that, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), affects up to 20% of the American population every year. With such a widespread impact, you may be wondering if the flu is curable. Technically, the
Do Flu Shots Weaken Your Immune System?
Do Flu Shots Weaken Your Immune System? No, flu shots do not weaken your immune system. This common flu myth has been debunked by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Harvard Health, and countless other reputable sources who conduct extensive research on the matter. While a 2012 study suggested that a flu shot may leave people more vulnerable
What is the Difference Between a Cold and COVID-19?
What is the Difference Between a Cold and COVID-19? Uh oh—you’ve woken up with sore throat and runny nose. This ordinarily would not be a cause for panic, but 2020 has changed the way we think about sniffles and scratchy throats. So, can you spot the differences between a common cold and COVID-19? It’s important to note that it’s impossible
When Should I Get a Flu Shot?
When Should I Get a Flu Shot? 2020 has been an eventful year—so much so that you may have forgotten that flu season is rapidly approaching. While the threat of another highly contagious illness may leave you feeling overwhelmed, receiving a flu shot can significantly reduce your chances of becoming sick and spreading the flu to others. So, do you
2019 Flu Symptoms
2019 Flu Symptoms: What to Look For Flu symptoms are known to miserable. For many, catching the seasonal influenza virus results in several days or even weeks of illness that keep them sidelined from work, school, and responsibilities at home. Severe and even life-threatening complications may also develop in individuals with compromised immune systems, including young children and adults over
How to Keep Your Kids Healthy During the Winter
The winter season is in full swing, and along with the seasonal tidings and warm treats comes the potential for sickness. The cold and flu tend to overrun the unprepared during the final months of the year and the first few months of the new year; however, there are precautions you can take to protect the little ones. With naturally weaker immune systems,
The Most Common Myths About Cold & Flu Season
Every year, as flu season makes its way, you’re probably reminded frequently about various half-truths and outright untruths about how you can get it, what it does, and how to protect yourself from it. This article is intended to set the record straight so that you head into the months of potential sickness well-prepared, whether you choose to get a
