Influenza spreads quickly through schools and families every fall and winter. The best protection is a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older, along with handwashing, covering coughs and keeping sick children home. These articles explain how to recognize the flu and protect your family.
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Signs Your Child May Have the Flu
Your child just woke up with a runny nose, an elevated temperature and body aches. Could this just be a passing cold or could it be the flu? It’s important to be able to tell the difference between...
Cold Vs. Flu
Is it a cold or the flu? When it comes to your child's health, your pediatrician provides great information and guidance on the most common illnesses plaguing families. If you are wondering about the...
Fighting Flu Season: How to Protect Your Family from the Influenza Virus
With the arrival of flu season, many parents will be watching their children closely for symptoms of this dreaded virus. The flu, also known as influenza, is a highly contagious viral infection of...
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