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Cold and Flu

Each year, on average 5% to 20% of the U.S. population get sick from seasonal influenza, commonly called "the flu." The flu can cause severe illness and life-threatening complications in many people, but can you tell the difference between the flu and the common cold?

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    Weekly Flu Update: April Means the End of Flu Season

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    Asthma, Influenza and You: Staying Safe From The Flu

    Here’s a few steps that can protect asthma sufferers during flu season.

    1 year ago
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    6 Ways to Prevent A Cold

    There are several things you can do that will decrease the chance of you getting the cold.

    3 years ago
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    Cold & Flu Facts

    Here are some of the most asked questions about the flu.

    7 months ago
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