Saturday, January 12, 2013
The influenza virus is hitting hard this year and cases are at an all time high. Find out how to stay healthy.
The New Year is off to a rough start as the flu virus continues to spread its way across the United States. In Illinois — Oswego included — as in most parts of the country, flu cases are at an all time high. This time last year, flu cases were lower in Chicago than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. Overall in Illinois, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends. The American Lung Association is strongly recommending people protect themselves, making sure to get a flu vaccine and taking preventative actions to stop the spread of germs. It is also recommending that those who get severely ill, particularly those who are part of high-risk groups, …
Monday, January 7, 2013
Flu season has solidly made its mark on Oswego residents. Here's some options of where to go to still get a flu shot, or just to stock up on medicines and tissues.
Raise your hand if you've got the flu or a cold right now. You're in good company, unfortunately. If you've been considering getting a flu shot to try and ward off that nasty virus, or if you're just looking for a local pharmacy to pick up a slew of cough drops, nasal decongestants and a few more boxes of tissues, here's a list of Oswego pharmacies and information on their flu shots. But, are you guaranteed to get the flu if you don’t get vaccinated against it? Of course not—but here’s why getting a flu vaccine just might be worth your while. Influenza, or the "flu,” is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses infecting the nose, throat and lungs. Symptoms include muscle or body aches, headaches, cough, sore throat, fatigue, …
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Flu season typically begins in October and can run through May. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your family.
There are plenty of places in Oswego where you and your family can get flu shots: But, are you guaranteed to get the flu if you don’t get vaccinated against it? Of course not—but here’s why getting a flu vaccine just might be worth your while. Influenza, or the "flu,” is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses infecting the nose, throat and lungs. Symptoms include muscle or body aches, headaches, cough, sore throat, fatigue, fever or chills, and vomiting and diarrhea (the latter two are more common in kids). The flu can also worsen chronic medical conditions or cause death. Unfortunately, flu viruses can spread easily via infected people coughing, sneezing or even just talking. Folks are contagious a day before symptoms appear …
Jennifer Ahlert
10:16 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
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