Why is this year’s flu season so bad? Doctors weigh in on symptoms and prevention
Doctor visits and hospitalizations for flu have hit a 15-year high. Why is this flu season so bad? Experts discuss influenza ...
Nearly 250 people have died from the flu in NC this season. What’s behind the outbreak?
Nearly 250 people in North Carolina have died from influenza since late last year, and case counts are still on the rise. There have been 246 flu-related deaths in North Carolina since Oct. 5, ...
Do I have a cold, the flu, COVID-19 or RSV? Signs and symptoms of each this winter
Respiratory syncytial virus is a common, highly contagious illness that often causes mild upper respiratory symptoms, akin to a cold. In babies, particularly those with tiny airways, RSV can cause the ...
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Think you might have the flu? Here’s what experts say you should do
For the first time this season, the Indiana Department of Health reported the death of a child under two. WRTV talked to experts about flu symptoms and when to seek medical care.
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Should You Skip Showering In Winters? Debunking Common Seasonal Health Myths
Cold weather is associated with a lot of myths. Some people say that it causes a surge in illness while others say it is unsafe to workout during lower temperatures. However, not everything you hear ...
Do you have norovirus or the flu? As both illnesses spread, doctors share common symptoms
The main symptoms of norovirus include signs of gastroenteritis, Martinello says. A mild norovirus infection might just cause ...
Radon exposure linked to increased asthma symptoms in children
A radioactive gas could be contributing to asthma among schoolkids, researchers have found. Children exposed to elevated ...
No more needles? Startups are testing patches to deliver weight-loss drugs and other medications.
Local companies are developing technologies that they hope could replace a painful poke with something that feels more like ...
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Health officials announce outbreak of dangerous virus with major impact: 'Early diagnosis ... [is] critical'
The illness typically lasts two to seven days, but severe cases can be deadly. An affected person will have flu-like symptoms ...
Improve joint health, prevent rheumatoid arthritis with Mediterranean diet, here's how
An anti-inflammatory diet, like the Mediterranean diet, helps treat of inflammatory diseases, including Rheumatoid Arthritis ...
Vaccination in Nursing Homes
Every fall and winter, the United States sees an uptick in the number of people who fall ill to influenza and other seasonal diseases. This flu season typically stretches from October to ...