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            How to know if it's the flu or COVID-19

            October 18, 2021
            The signs and symptoms for COVID-19 and flu are very similar, the only way to confirm which you have is to get tested.

            tags: covid , covid-19 , flu

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            Why this year’s flu shot matters more

            October 4, 2021
            Some doctors worry this flu season might be worse than others. Learn why it's important to get a flu shot this year.

            tags: covid-19 , flu , flu shot , vaccine , wellness

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            Avoid germs during holiday travel

            November 11, 2019
            If small children will be part of your celebration this year, take steps to keep them safe from household dangers and gifts that present hazards...

            tags: air travel , avoid germs , flu shot , hand sanitizer , wash your hands

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            Can the flu shot really save your life?

            October 23, 2019
            Do you really need the flu shot? The short answer is yes. Here's what you need to know about the flu shot and its effectiveness.

            tags: flu , flu-season , flu-shot , flu-vaccine

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            How to stay healthy in an office full of sick ...

            October 16, 2019
            During the height of flu season, you'll likely find yourself surrounded by coughing, sniffling and sneezing coworkers. And close working quarters...

            tags: flu , flu-season , flu-shot , flu-vaccine

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            7 misconceptions about the flu shot

            September 30, 2019
            HCA Healthcare's chief epidemiologist answers the most frequently asked questions about the flu shot and why it's important to get vaccinated...

            tags: flu , flu shot , flu shot misconceptions , flu vaccine , influenza

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            5 Heart Attack Risks You Rarely Hear About

            February 14, 2019
            Many times your heart’s health is slowly compromised by conditions like diabetes, obesity or chronic stress, which could manifest into a heart...

            tags: aspirin , aspirin therapy , autoimmune disease , cardiac , emergency room , er , flu , flu shot , flu vaccine , heart attack , heart health , influenza , lupus , migraine , rheumatoid arthritis , sleep apnea

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            Cold or flu?

            October 25, 2018
            Learn the ways to identify which illness you may or may not have, and a few tips for how to best combat each.

            tags: cole , flu , influenza , stomach flu

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