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Seasonal Allergies Vs. Cold/Flu Symptoms
Seasonal Allergies Vs. Cold/Flu Symptoms With the fall season in full swing, many Americans are preparing for the upcoming cold and flu season. While it’s reasonable to assume that your sudden onset of sneezing and stuffy nose symptoms are simply signs that you are...
Know The Difference Between Common Cold and Flu Symptoms
Know The Difference Between Common Cold and Flu Symptoms You know the feeling — you wake up one morning with a scratchy throat and a case of the sniffles. While it’s reasonable to simply brush it off as a common cold, it’s important to distinguish between the common...
Spread Love, Not Germs: Tips for a Germ-free Valentine’s Day
Spread Love, Not Germs: Tips for a Germ-free Valentine's Day Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love and affection, but it's also important to consider health and safety, especially in the midst of cold and flu season. Read on for some helpful tips to enjoy a...
Stay Merry and Bright this Holiday Season with these Health Tips
Stay Merry and Bright this Holiday Season with these Health Tips The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it also coincides with the height of cold and flu season. With all the parties, gatherings and travel, it's important to take precautions to...
3 Reasons to Get Your Annual Flu Shot
3 Reasons to Get Your Annual Flu Shot October is the official start of flu season. While many would rather focus their attention this month on picking out the perfect Halloween costume or planning their next college football watch party, it’s important to make some...
Is it COVID or the Flu?
Is it COVID or the Flu? We all know the feeling. You’re going about your day as usual, but something feels off. You’re a little sluggish. Maybe you feel slight irritation in your throat or notice your head is getting warm. Next thing you know, you’re laid up in bed...
Supplements to Prevent the Cold and Flu
Supplements to Prevent the Cold Cold and flu season is in full force. From disinfecting high-touch areas to getting more sleep, there are many things you can do it avoid the cold and flu. One easy thing you can start doing today is taking supplements. Some help fight...
How to Prevent the Cold and Flu at Home
How to Prevent the Cold and Flu at Home Your home is your safe place. At least, it should be. While the outside world is dangerous and filled with germs, your home should be the place you can relax and stay safe. However, germs can spread even in your home. When one...
Pediatric Cold & Flu Treatments
Pediatric Cold & Flu Treatments Cold and flu season is upon us, and if you have children, you may be wondering how you can be prepared in the event they get sick. We always want to make sure our children are happy and healthy, but when they aren’t feeling well,...
Differences Between COVID-19, Flu, & Allergies
Differences Between COVID-19, Flu, & Allergies The coronavirus pandemic continues throughout the United States, and as we enter the fall and winter seasons, we’ll also find ourselves dealing with seasonal allergies and influenza. Unfortunately, the symptoms of...
Flu Shots Still Important Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Flu Shots Still Important Amid COVID-19 Pandemic Flu season is upon us, and even though we are still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, getting your annual flu shot is still essential. In fact, this year, the flu shot is more important than ever. Thanks to extra...
Get Scrubbing: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day
Get Scrubbing: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day We’ve more than likely all been told throughout our lives how important it is to wash our hands. Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, this hygienic practice is even more important, but are you taking handwashing as...