And just like that, as we turn the corner into Fall, flu season is right there waiting—waiting to bring you days of misery, fever, congestion and fatigue. According to the CDC, flu cases usually spark up in October with peak activity occurring in December through March. Every year, health officials advise people to get vaccinated for the flu in the earliest part of the fall … [Read more...]
Tips on How to Keep Your Family Healthy During Flu Season
This season, people are getting sick with the flu at alarming rates. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there are things that can be done by all of us to help prevent the spread of the flu. In light of what is being referred to as a flu epidemic, we’ve rounded up a few tips to help you and your family navigate through flu season. Continue reading for several … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Flu Shot Recommended For Allergy, Asthma Sufferers
From CBS Pittsburgh: It's flu shot season and people with allergies need to pay attention. For instance, if you have asthma and allergies, you will definitely need a flu shot. "This is peak asthma season," Dr. Deborah Gentile, an allergy specialist at Allegheny General Hospital, said. "We're getting a lot of calls each day about flu … [Read more...]