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10:00am Aug 04, 2020

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2020 Flu Shot Strategy: Get Yours Early In The Season

by Fran Kritz

With the flu season looming, public health officials urge nearly all Americans over 6 months old to get immunized starting next month. Strategize now to avoid getting the flu while COVID-19 is raging.
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11:34am Jul 27, 2020

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Flu Shot And Pneumonia Vaccine Might Reduce Alzheimer's Risk, Research Shows

by Jon Hamilton

Two new human studies back earlier hints that vaccines designed to prevent respiratory infections might also provide some protection against Alzheimer's disease.

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6:05pm Mar 09, 2020

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U.S. Flu Season Beginning To Ease, Modelers Say

by Joe Palca

Though COVID-19 has captured the headlines, influenza places a huge burden on the health care system. This year's flu shot provides good protection, the CDC says, so do get one if you haven't already.

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11:16pm Feb 29, 2020

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Good Medical Care Can Suffer Late In The Day

by Mara Gordon

Many of us feel increasingly stressed and short on time as the day wears on. But does that make for worse medical care? Studies suggest preventive maintenance suffers with late appointments.
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8:02pm Jan 29, 2020

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Worried About Catching The New Coronavirus? In The U.S., Flu Is A Bigger Threat

by Allison Aubrey

At least 8,000 people have died from the flu in the U.S. this season. The good news: Easy steps you can take now to protect against the flu may also help you steer clear of the new coronavirus.
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5:46pm Dec 20, 2019

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Do You Really Need A Flu Shot? Here's How To Decide

by Tara Haelle

The internet abounds with myths about the relative risks of flu and flu shots, maybe partly because it's an annual shot and nobody likes needles. Here's the latest on what you might need — and why.
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7:27am Oct 21, 2019

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Get Your Flu Shot Now, Doctors Advise, Especially If You're Pregnant

by Patti Neighmond

Pregnant women and people with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart disease are particularly vulnerable to flu complications yet lag the elderly in getting vaccinated.

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4:46pm Feb 18, 2019

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North Carolina's Flu-Related Deaths Down From Last Year

by Bethany Chafin

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has reported 52 flu-related deaths statewide so far this season.
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8:02am Oct 14, 2018

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Last Year, The Flu Put Him In A Coma. This Year He's Getting The Shot

by Bram Sable-Smith

When 39-year-old Charlie Hinderliter got the flu last winter, he ended up in a medically induced coma and spent 58 days hospitalized. Serious, even fatal, complications can hit patients of any age.
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10:08am Oct 01, 2018

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Think You Don't Need A Flu Shot? Here Are 5 Reasons To Change Your Mind

by Allison Aubrey

College students are among the least likely to get vaccinated against the flu, which killed more than 80,000 people last winter. Experts say the reasons are a combination of fear and misperception.

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8:34am Feb 26, 2018

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Flu-Related Deaths In North Carolina Reach 200

by Bethany Chafin

Last week there were 27 new flu-related deaths reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

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4:28pm Feb 15, 2018

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Flu Deaths Across North Carolina Rise; CDC Releases Flu Shot Data

by Eddie Garcia

According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ latest report, 17 more residents have died from the flu.