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Worst Flu Season in Years?

by Kimberly Hays January 8th, 2013 | Common Conditions
In 2009, the H1N1 flu, also called Swine Flu, killed 5% of the people who contracted it. The hospitals were full of patients requiring medical attention for the flu, and they even had to set up extra rooms to handle the large numbers of people seeking treatment. This had been the second influenza pandemic ever, with the first being in 1918. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has announced that this year is expected to be the worst since 2009.

We have had relatively mild flu seasons since the 2009 pandemic, and because of this, many people are
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Flu Shot Questions and Answers

by Kimberly Hays December 13th, 2012 | Common Conditions
In the United States almost half of the population refuses to get a flu shot each year because they are afraid of the side effects, or they have heard myths that are untrue. Getting a flu shot has actually saved many people’s lives, as well as cut down the number of people who have been hospitalized because of the flu. Knowing the facts about the flu shot will help you to see that it is the best prevention, and there is really nothing to fear.

Can you get the flu after the flu shot? The simple answer is yes, you
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Antibodies, Antigen

by Editorial Team December 13th, 2012 | Common Conditions
When we're sick we think about the symptoms that we're experiencing, but we may not often think about what is happening inside our bodies on a molecular level.  Sure, we recognize that we have a virus, and it is causing a variety of symptoms.  But besides the aches and pains that we're experiencing, what is our body doing?

When cells recognize that there is a foreign substance, such as bacteria or a virus, our cells produce antibodies.  These antibodies (such as the Nanog antibody) act as protectors that try to eliminate the foreign substance.  In order for the antibody
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Update: Flu Season 2012

by Kimberly Hays November 13th, 2012 | Common Conditions
The flu season is now underway in the United States. If you have not obtained a flu shot, now is the time to get one. Remember that the flu shot will not give you the flu. If you experience any side effects, they will be short-lived and may consist of a low grade fever, a sore throat, a runny nose, or muscle aches. These are mild in comparison to the misery, and even death, that can be caused by the flu.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that the flu is showing up sporadically in many
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Flu Information

by Kimberly Hays October 16th, 2012 | Common Conditions
Flu season officially begins in October. If you haven’t gone to get a flu vaccination yet, now is the time! Understanding facts about the flu will explain the importance of getting vaccinated, as well as how to prevent contracting the virus.

What is the Flu?

The flu is known as influenza in the scientific community. It is given this name due to the influenza viruses that cause the illness. The virus enters the body through mucus membranes. When someone sneezes or coughs, it enters the air surrounding us. It is also found on many surfaces, including keyboards and doorknobs. We come
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