cold-&-flu

Ramanpreet Grewal, MD, Family Medicine Provider at Riverside Healthcare's Watseka Campus, joins us to shed light on the RSV virus.

As flu and cold season approach, it's important to do what you can at home to keep your little ones safe. Children contract colds and other respiratory illnesses frequently, causing stress on both the child and the parents. Dr. Jennifer Stroud, board-certified Pediatrician with CRH Pediatric Group, shares her tips and tricks to keep kids happy and healthy all year long!

Dr. Keith Moss gives an update of COVID-19 during the fall season.

Dr. Mahendra Poudel discusses COVID-19, flu season, and the holidays.

Dr. Lucy O'Brien explains the difference between seasonal flu, allergies, and COVID-19.

Dr. Daniel Terryberry explains how to differentiate the symptoms between the flu and COVID-19.

Ann Mattison, APRN explains the difference between COVID-19 and the flu, and why the flu vaccine is important this year.

Dr. Danielle Gong discusses what to expect this cold and flu season amidst of the pandemic. She discusses symptoms, similarities, the flu vaccine, and when you should see your doctor.

J. Christopher McCartie, M.D. discusses the importance of routine health care for the whole family. He shares why your loved ones should not delay care and the need to stay up to date with immunizations. Taking charge of your family's health is more important than ever, and we want to reiterate that it is safe to come in to receive the health care you need at Weill Cornell Medicine.

As many kids start going back to school full time, parents and caregivers are concerned about COVID-19 exposure. Pediatrician Dr. Gigi Youngblood discusses testing and offers expert advice to keep kids healthy during both the pandemic and flu season this year.

Liz Berman, a nutritionist with Acton Medical Associates, explains how to use food to boost your immune system.

Hally™ Healthcast is the monthly wellness podcast from Hally™ health. This month we explore 5 common myths about the flu. Our guest is Dr. Rick Hourigan, a specialist in Family Medicine with Confluence Health in Washington.

Jacob Vinocur, Director Infection Prevention shares how you can prevent the spread of the flu, symptoms of the flu, and treatment options.

It's flu season! While it may be a terrible inconvenience for some, the flu can be dangerous for certain children. Should you stay home, go to the doctor, or take a trip to the emergency department? Dr. Kathy Monroe has seen her share of the flu in Alabama's busiest emergency department for kids. She shares important tips on who should get the flu vaccine, when to get it, and what to do when your child shows signs and symptoms.

On the hundred year anniversary of the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic, flu prevention is top of mind. With the close quarters of the holidays at hand, it’s important to protect yourself and your loved ones from contracting the flu.

Each season’s vaccine is based on an educated guess of the four most likely strains of flu to hit that season. As the predictions are made six months ahead of time to allow for vaccine creation and distribution, it sometimes misses the mark. Viruses mutate, but the vaccine is the best first defense against flu.

Flu tends to come on quickly, prompting a feeling of fatigue and achy muscles. Recommendation is for anyone over six months to have the vaccine. Individuals with weakened immune systems should consult with their physician before getting a shot.

Listen as Dr. Richard Webby joins Melanie Cole, MS, to discuss the importance of the flu vaccine.

National Hand Washing Awareness Week is December 2nd through 8th. It's the perfect time to brush up on hand washing technique to avoid the spread of cold and flu.

Leslie O'Neill, Infection Preventionist, shares best practices for hand washing.