Vaccines have been much in the news lately. Here, from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), an agency of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are some of the shots that you should think about getting: COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that causes symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Older… Continue reading Vaccines and Older Adults
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Avoiding Colds and Flu on Vacation
Although colds and flu are not uniquely travel-related hazards, they can be especially unpleasant during vacation. Dozens of remedies, both mainstream and complementary, are available. So what works, and what’s a waste of your money? Here, the experts from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), offer suggestions for the best ways to… Continue reading Avoiding Colds and Flu on Vacation
Scientists Researching Super Vaccine
Scientists have begun to assess the safety and efficacy of a vaccine designed to provide long-lasting protection against an array of flu viruses, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In the trial, begun at the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, healthy participants 18 to 50 years old will receive either a licensed… Continue reading Scientists Researching Super Vaccine
Vaccines, Infections and Alzheimer’s
Flu (influenza) and pneumonia vaccinations are associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research reported this month at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® (AAIC®) 2020. According to a news release from the Alzheimer’s Association, three research studies reported at AAIC 2020 suggest: At least one flu vaccination was associated with a 17%… Continue reading Vaccines, Infections and Alzheimer’s
The Flu You Should Guard Against (Besides COVID-19)
These days, most of us are preoccupied with the need for a COVID-19 vaccine. But we should pay attention to other vaccines as well. Here, from the Centers of Disease Control, are some common questions and answers: What flu vaccines are recommended for the coming season? For the 2020-2021 flu season, providers may choose to… Continue reading The Flu You Should Guard Against (Besides COVID-19)
Five Pro Tips for Protecting Your Immune System at the Office This Flu Season
The workplace can represent different things for different people: a means to provide for the family, an opportunity to be part of a team and work toward a common goal, a way to give back to the community, and the list goes on. But one common thread among office buildings, geographical areas, teams and industries… Continue reading Five Pro Tips for Protecting Your Immune System at the Office This Flu Season
Natural Remedies for Cold and Flu
Cold and flu season are upon us, that time of year when body aches, fever, chills, and nasal congestion combine and can stop you in your tracks, leaving you bedridden for days. Statistics show that the flu annually sickens millions of Americans, kills tens of thousands, and results in billions of dollars in medical expenses and sick days. Complications… Continue reading Natural Remedies for Cold and Flu
Six Steps to Healthy Holiday Travel
If, like millions of other Americans, you’ll be traveling during this holiday season, it’s wise to take protective steps now so you won’t be at risk later for the flu and other seasonal afflictions. Here, from the experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), are six steps to healthy travel: Get vaccinated now… Continue reading Six Steps to Healthy Holiday Travel
Are You at High Risk for Flu and Its Complications?
Most people who get sick with flu will have mild illness, will not need medical care or antiviral drugs and will recover in less than two weeks. Some people, however, are more likely to get flu complications that can result in hospitalization and sometimes death. Pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus infections and ear infections are examples of… Continue reading Are You at High Risk for Flu and Its Complications?
Protecting Seniors from the Flu
Caregivers and seniors themselves need to watch out for “senior” flu symptoms. A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found 26% of hospitalized seniors with flu did not exhibit the usual symptoms like fever, body aches or a cough. FLU SYMPTOMS IN ELDERLY CAN INCLUDE: Weakness Dizziness Loss of Appetite Delirium… Continue reading Protecting Seniors from the Flu
10 Simple Ways to Avoid the Flu Bug
The holidays of 2018 have come and gone and, as many of us go back to work and are again surrounded by sniffling and coughing people, giving and receiving the ‘gift’ that keeps on giving: The flu. While it’s important to remember that ‘tis still the season for colds and flu, the good news is… Continue reading 10 Simple Ways to Avoid the Flu Bug
Flu Shot Protects Against Heart Failure: Study
Among its other health benefits, an annual flu short can save heart failure patients’ lives. Flu season usually begins in fall and runs through spring, with cases often peaking during the winter months. An annual flu shot is regarded as a safe, low-cost way to reduce flu-related deaths and complications. It’s routinely recommended for patients… Continue reading Flu Shot Protects Against Heart Failure: Study
Avoid the Flu During Holiday Travel
If you’ve ever traveled during the holidays, you know how stressful it is. Last year an estimated 107.3 million travelers hit the road between Dec. 23 and Jan. 1, and there’s no reason to think this year will be different. And crowds like that mean you’ve got a really good chance of getting the flu… Continue reading Avoid the Flu During Holiday Travel
Winter Health Myths, Busted
How many of these winter health myths do you believe? Myth: Allergies go away in the winter. Actually, allergies might the real source behind your stuffy nose and scratchy throat. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, one in five people suffer from indoor/outdoor allergies, and the indoor variety can be worse in… Continue reading Winter Health Myths, Busted
How Healthcare Providers Can Keep Patients Safe from The Flu
The summer months are coming to end, school is beginning… which means the flu season is looming and providers must find better tactics to help prevent its spread. While it may feel strange to talk about the flu while it is still warm in much of the country, this is the most important time of… Continue reading How Healthcare Providers Can Keep Patients Safe from The Flu
Vaccines to Get if You’re Over 50
Do you think that immunizations are strictly kid stuff? Think again: While you likely got plenty of “shots” as a child, you need more after age 50. Advancing age can render you more susceptible to certain illnesses, making it necessary to get inoculated against them. In other cases, the immunity gained from a long-ago vaccine… Continue reading Vaccines to Get if You’re Over 50
A New Weapon in The Fight Against Flu
The use of far ultraviolet C (far-UVC) light can kill airborne flu viruses without harming human tissues, researchers say. And the investigators, from the Center for Radiological Research at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC), say their findings suggest that such light could be used in hospitals, schools, airports and other public spaces to provide… Continue reading A New Weapon in The Fight Against Flu
What Do Your White Blood Cells Have to Do With the Flu?
As part of your annual physical, your doctor may order a complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate your overall health. This is a very important test that measures your white blood cells. Your white blood cells play a critical role in your fight against the flu and other viruses and infections. Think of your white… Continue reading What Do Your White Blood Cells Have to Do With the Flu?