The flu is gaining momentum
Sudden fever, body aches, headache, respiratory symptoms? Seek medical care promptly.
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- January 14, 2020
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Think you have the flu?
There's a time for bed rest and a time to see the doctor. And then there's a time to head to the ER.
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- October 16, 2019
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Patient Story
See the doctor in your PJs
'Like FaceTime’ for health care, the Spectrum Health app sees a huge surge during flu season. One patient shares how it saved her money and the hassle of leaving home.
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- July 16, 2019
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Patient Story
The comeback kid
The flu bug hit 3-year-old Jase so hard he ended up on life support, fighting for his life.
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- July 15, 2019
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Stay home and get care in minutes
ERs get busy as seasonal cases surge. An expert medical team directs patients to a better, more convenient option.
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- July 12, 2019
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Best germ defense: Common sense
There's a happy medium between the parent who travels with bleach and the parent who lets a kid eat mud pies.
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- July 12, 2019
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Beware the ball pit
Scientists took a few samples from these colorful play areas and tested them in a lab. The conclusion: Well, read on.
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- April 2, 2019
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Flu shot hits the mark
This year's dose is about 50 percent effective against the predominant flu strain, vastly outperforming last year's formulation.
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- February 20, 2019
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Fighting flu? Mind your heart
Decongestants and other medicines used to treat cold and flu symptoms can sometimes exacerbate high blood pressure or heart problems.
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- January 27, 2019
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Secrets of the soup
There's plenty of sound science behind the notion that chicken soup soothes the soul.
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- January 6, 2019
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Flu is on the rise
Flu season is ramping up. Luckily there’s still time to get vaccinated. But do it soon.
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- January 3, 2019
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Expecting? Get the flu shot
Flu season is upon us. Now is the time to protect yourself and your loved ones—and the little one on the way.
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- November 4, 2018
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