Myths About Flu Shots

There are many myths surrounding the flu vaccine that may prevent people from getting their annual flu shot. This can have dire consequences for at-risk populations such as seniors, infants, and the immuno-compromised. At best, the flu is no fun. At worst, it can be...

The Flu is Always Just, “The Flu”

Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...

The Flu is Always Just, "The Flu"

Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...

Symptoms of Stomach Flu

Image is from NaturalON Stomach flu also goes by the name gastroenteritis. Usually, the flu goes away on its own after a short time. You may confuse stomach flu as being caused by the influenza virus. However, that is not the case. The strain of flu responsible for...