Medically reviewed by: Dr. Leonard, DO — Midwest Express Clinic Author: Midwest Express Clinic Medical Team Last reviewed: September 11, 2026 With the fall season in full swing, now is the time to get ahead of the upcoming...
“It’s been weeks since I was sick, why am I still coughing?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many people expect their symptoms to disappear once the fever subsides and congestion clears. But a post-viral cough can linger for much longer than most expect,...
Chest congestion can make even normal breathing feel like extra work. Your chest feels heavy, your breathing sounds louder than normal, and there’s thick mucus that doesn’t seem to budge. Your cough may rattle, especially at night, and you may find yourself wondering...
For most people, getting sick with the flu usually results in a few hard days of symptoms like fever, body aches, congestion and fatigue, followed by a gradual return to normal health. While that pattern is common, flu recovery does not always follow a smooth or...
January has earned a reputation for being the month when everyone seems to get sick, and there’s a reason for that. Cold temperatures push people indoors, allowing viruses to spread more easily through shared surfaces and air. Social gatherings and travel can quietly...
As temperatures continue to drop, so does your body’s natural defense against seasonal illnesses like the common cold and influenza. These common illnesses affect millions of people each year, especially during the winter season. By practicing healthy lifestyle...
Cooler weather marks the return of the dreaded cold and flu season, which begins in October and peaks between December and February. Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Most people recover from...
What Families Should Know About The ‘Quad-Demic’ As families across the U.S. face the ongoing cold and flu season, healthcare professionals nationwide are bracing for the "quad-demic" — a convergence of four significant viral illnesses: COVID-19, influenza,...
Flu Recovery and Hydration Recovering from the flu can be a challenging process, and one of the most important steps to regaining your strength and feeling normal again is staying hydrated. The flu virus often leaves our bodies depleted of vital fluids due to fever,...
Staying Safe and Healthy in Cold Weather With the winter season in full swing, the dangers of extreme cold weather become a reality for many people throughout the U.S. From hypothermia and frostbite to an increased risk of illnesses like respiratory syncytial virus...
How To Distinguish Between the Common Cold, Flu and RSV The common cold, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are among the most common respiratory illnesses in the United States, particularly during the cold weather season. Because they share similar...
Beginner’s Guide to Whooping Cough Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory illness that’s making a resurgence in the U.S. Recent preliminary data shows that more than five times as many cases of whooping cough have been reported in...
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Leonard, DO — Midwest Express ClinicAuthor: Midwest Express Clinic Medical TeamLast reviewed: September 28, 2026 Knowing whether to choose the emergency room vs. urgent care can help you get the right level of medical care without...
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Leonard, DO — Midwest Express Clinic Author: Midwest Express Clinic Medical Team Last reviewed: September 17, 2026 If you think you’ve been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease, getting...
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Leonard, DO — Midwest Express Clinic Author: Midwest Express Clinic Medical Team Last reviewed: September 11, 2026 With the fall season in full swing, now is the time to get ahead of the upcoming...
Now Open: Homewood, IL Our new walk in clinic is now open at 2000 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL 60430. Services We Offer: Everyday Care: Non-emergency illnesses and injuries. Preventive Care: Annual physicals and screenings. Women’s Health: Pap smears, birth control...