Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
It's extra important to test after New Year's gatherings, doctor says. Here's why
It's a sniffle, a tickle in the throat and a headache. Or a fever, congestion and fatigue.
Dec 30, 2022
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Getting a flu shot this year is more important than ever because of COVID-19
With the coronavirus still spreading widely, it's time to start thinking seriously about influenza, which typically spreads in fall and winter. A major flu outbreak would not only overwhelm hospitals this fall and winter, ...
Aug 19, 2020
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Ecuador reports human infected with bird flu
Ecuador reported on Tuesday its first case of a human being infected with bird flu, weeks after the globally-spreading disease was detected on poultry farms in the South American country.
Jan 11, 2023
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It's summer, it's hot and sunny, and COVID-19 didn't go away. Why not?
It's the first week of summer, and despite rumors and proclamations from some public figures, the coronavirus is still here despite the warmer weather.
Jun 30, 2020
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Could Australia's intense flu season be an indicator of what's coming to the US?
Australia experienced an early start to its flu season, which is beginning to cause a spike in illnesses. According to a recent CNN report, Australia's rising flu cases may be in indicator of what is coming to the U.S. later ...
Jun 19, 2023
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The original antigenic sin: How childhood infections could shape pandemics
A child's first influenza infection shapes their immunity to future airborne flu viruses—including emerging pandemic strains. But not all flu strains spur the same initial immune defense, according to new findings published ...
Feb 18, 2021
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An avian flu outbreak is spreading to mammals. What is the risk to humans?
Avian influenza—or bird flu, as it's commonly known—continues to run through bird populations, killing millions of animals worldwide. Now, a particularly infectious and lethal strain of the virus called H5N1 appears to ...
Feb 21, 2023
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'Brain fog' can linger with long-haul COVID
As researchers work to learn more about COVID-19 and so-called long-haulers, a new study suggests "brain fog" can persist and even worsen for those who were infected months before.
May 24, 2021
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New study shows patients visiting their doctor after a flu patient are more likely to get the flu
No one expects to leave their doctor's appointment sicker than when they walked in. Yet new research from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Harvard University and athenahealth, Inc. provides new evidence ...
Aug 3, 2021
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Vaccination
Why you really should get a flu shot this year
Like Halloween decorations, flu shots are available a lot earlier this year. And doctors are encouraging everyone who can to get vaccinated.
Aug 31, 2020
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