Articles for Tag: "flu"

Can’t sleep? Don’t do this 
Can’t sleep? Don’t do this
Lack of sleep can cause many short- and long-term health problems. One reason sleep eludes you could be relatively easy to fix.
Norovirus, cold or flu: Which is it?  Featured
Norovirus, cold or flu: Which is it?
A recent outbreak of norovirus shut down an Illinois high school. Do you know the difference between common illnesses and what to do when you have them?
Tips to keep the common cold at bay 
Tips to keep the common cold at bay
We’ve all had them. But what’s the best way to avoid a pesky cold. A physician offers her expert advice.
Can’t sleep? Don’t do this 
Can’t sleep? Don’t do this
Lack of sleep can cause many short- and long-term health problems. One reason sleep eludes you could be relatively easy to fix.
Flu shot may provide extra protection against stillbirth 
Flu shot may provide extra protection against stillbirth
A new study says the vaccine may decrease the risk of stillbirth by 51 percent.
5 common hand-washing mistakes 
5 common hand-washing mistakes
Flu season is peaking late this year. Here’s how to properly protect yourself.
Flu season is lasting longer than usual 
Flu season is lasting longer than usual
Despite rare late-March flu activity, the vaccine was more effective this year.