tips for flu shot

The flu is something that happens every season and while it’s highly contagious, there are measures that can be taken to prevent it from spreading. Here is a list of the best flu prevention tips.

People have become more concerned about the flu and ask a lot of questions – which is a fair thing to do when faced with a widespread illness. However, with the questions come some misdirected answers and myths, so let’s take a look at what health experts have to say about 12 common inquiries about the flu.

The flu has been a nationwide topic of discussion among families, communities, and of course, the media. We battle the flu every year, but this season it seems to be particularly bad with extremely high levels of influenza-like illnesses being recorded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to the acting […]

It’s true that the vaccine won’t prevent 100-percent of flu cases, but it can reduce the risk of developing flu by 40 to 60-percent. Here are eight other facts about the vaccine to help clear up any misconceptions.

Going to the doctor is not much fun for adults, let alone kids. It can get even more challenging when young ones see the doctor preparing the needle, and they start pulling away. However, getting a flu shot for your child is important, and it doesn’t have to be scary with the right approach. While […]