Category: Flu Facts
The History of the Flu Vaccine
March 29, 2023 - The flu vaccine is safe and has been around for decades. In fact, did you know it dates back to the 1940s and has continued to evolve with medicine over the years? As the vaccine continues to improve, all vaccine ingredients are tested for safety before they are manufactured meaning each vaccine is extremely safe. […]
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Flu Vaccine & Cancer: Should You Get Vaccinated?
March 27, 2023 - Going through cancer treatment is hard enough. It takes a physical and mental toll on all those who are going through it (and their loved ones). Not to mention, after undergoing treatment, there’s always the fear of the unknown about if the treatment worked, and if the cancer will return. One added worry that cancer […]
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Heart to Heart: Protecting Yourself from the Flu When You Have Heart Disease
February 22, 2023 - It is extremely important that those with heart disease receive an annual flu shot. Unfortunately, people with heart conditions are more likely to become very sick if they get the flu. The good news is that the annual flu vaccination can help prevent complications, hospitalization, and even death. Complications from the flu are more likely […]
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Understanding the Different Types of Flu Viruses – and How to Protect Against Them
February 15, 2023 - We all know the ABCs – but do you know the ABCs of flu? There are four types of influenza viruses: A, B, C, and D. Influenza A and B viruses cause seasonal epidemics (also known as flu season) almost every winter in the United States, per the CDC. Why is this important to know? […]
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I (Think) I Have the Flu…Now What Do I Do?
February 10, 2023 - It has happened to most of us; we are enjoying a get-together with family and/or friends, and a few days later, we get the dreaded text…someone has the flu. You have been exposed to influenza, so now what? How long do I wait for symptoms? When do I test? What happens if I test positive? […]
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Facts on Flu During Pregnancy: Protecting Yourself and Your Baby
February 3, 2023 - Having a baby can be a very exciting but also stressful experience. Keeping track of appointments, sonograms, staying healthy, and getting all the baby gear, necessities, and diapers can be a lot to remember. But one important thing not to forget is getting vaccinated against influenza (the flu) each year. It’s the single most important […]
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It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Vaccine
January 6, 2023 - It’s Not too Late to Get Your Flu Vaccine While the ideal time to get your flu shot is by the end of October, it’s not too late to get yours now if you haven’t already! The CDC is already seeing elevated levels of influenza across the country and estimating 20 million illnesses, 210,000 hospitalizations, […]
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A Community Pharmacist Answers Your Questions About the Flu: Part 1
December 9, 2022 - According to the CDC, increased influenza activity has been reported in most of the US. Annual flu vaccination is the most important step to prevent getting and spreading the flu. As a community pharmacist, I get a lot of questions about the flu. When is the best time to get a flu shot? Right now! […]
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Flu Treatment at Home
September 1, 2022 - If you’re sick with the flu, there are plenty of options to treat yourself or your loved ones at home. While you do need to be cautious about potential complications, and we always recommend confirming a flu diagnosis with a diagnostic test, there are some easy ways to feel better: Rest Hydratation Sleep Fuel your […]
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Can you Get Flu and COVID-19 at the Same Time?
July 13, 2022 - “Flurona” is not a new type of COVID-19 or flu, it’s when people have both viruses at the same time. It’s not common for people to have both viruses at once, but it certainly can happen. When you get sick, your immune system is working hard to make sure that you get better. But, during […]
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