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Cold and Flu October 22, 2020

Coronavirus deaths 5 times higher than flu in hospitalized patients, CDC says

Hospitalized coronavirus patients were five times more likely to die than those hospitalized with the flu, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Children's Health October 9, 2020

Flu vaccine in kids reduces risk of related hospitalizations, study finds

A new study found that last year's vaccine, which was estimated to be between 40% and 60% effective, actually reduced pediatric flu-related emergency room visits by as much as 51%.

Cold and Flu October 1, 2020

Majority of Americans say flu shot is best preventative measure, but only this many will get it

The results of a recent survey found that while most participants agreed the vaccine is the best protection against flu, a smaller percentage actually plan to be inoculated. 

Cold and Flu September 29, 2020

California Gov. Newsom receives flu shot during live news conference: ‘It’s a simple thing to do’

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday received the flu shot during a live news conference, heeding advice experts have stressed for months as flu season this year coincides with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 

Cold and Flu September 28, 2020

1 in 3 parents don't intend to have their child get the flu vaccine this year

One in three parents doesn't intend to have their child vaccinated for the flu this season, according to a new poll, despite the potential threat of a second wave of COVID-19 cases.

HEALTHY LIVING September 24, 2020

Strengthen your immune system amid coronavirus: Experts offer simple tips

This fall and coming winter, protecting yourself against the novel coronavirus in addition to the flu are imperative as the pandemic rages on. 

Coronavirus September 24, 2020

The novel coronavirus and the flu: How to tell the difference, according to an expert

How can I tell the difference between the flu and COVID-19?

Coronavirus September 21, 2020

Flu season may be very mild this year, thanks to COVID-19 precautions

Flu season may be pretty mild this year thanks to measures taken to stop the spread of COVID-19, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Cold and Flu September 11, 2020

New York officials 'looking at' mandatory flu vaccine for public school students: report

New York officials are "looking at" the possibility of a mandatory flu vaccine for all public school students, according to a report.

Cold and Flu September 10, 2020

Should you get the flu shot? What to know about the 2020-21 flu season

Here's what you need to know about this year's flu season.

Coronavirus September 2, 2020

Are flu shots safe amid the coronavirus pandemic?

With the COVID-19 pandemic still going as the country enters flu season, public health experts are urging Americans to get the flu vaccine — with some precautions.