American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Posts tagged with ‘flu’
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Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact
There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion.
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Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions
Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…
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Flu Complications Risk Greater for Minority Groups
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
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Adult vaccinations
Adult vaccinations are important for adults for staying healthy as they age.
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Sore Throat
A sore throat can feel irritated or scratchy with mild to burning pain. Most sore throats are caused by viruses,…
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 is highly contagious and does not yet have an approved vaccine. Symptoms may include a cough, a fever, and…
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Do I Have COVID-19 or the Flu?
If you feel sick, you may wonder if it’s the flu or COVID-19. While the two illnesses share many similarities,…
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Preventing the Flu
The flu is a viral infection that can lead to serious diseases, such as pneumonia. That’s why it’s important to…
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Flu Symptoms vs. Cold Symptoms
The common cold and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They share many symptoms, but they…
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Colds and the Flu
Learn about the symptoms of and treatments for colds and the flu.
