Pediatric infectious disease physician Anna Kathryn Burch, MD, explained what you need to know about RSV and other respiratory viruses.
Flu
Why getting a flu shot early might be a good idea
Another flu season is on the horizon and, unfortunately, COVID-19 is still here. Family medicine physician Sara Henriques, MD, explained why she’s recommending we get a flu shot earlier this season. “For the last couple of years, there was actually much less flu than there was in all previous seasons. Our theory is that because […]
4 tips to help you deal with a sore arm after the flu shot
It is normal to experience a sore arm after getting your flu shot. Jaqui Jones, MD, said this simply means that your immune system is working. She shared some tips for how to deal with or prevent a sore arm when you get a flu shot. Keep your arm moving. Moving your arm will not […]
Debunking common flu shot myths
Maybe you’ve heard the flu shot will make you sick, or that you don’t need a flu shot if you got one last year. These and other flu shot myths are making their way around and causing those who believe them to avoid a flu shot. Jaqui Jones, MD, debunked common flu shot myths to […]
What you need to know about the different flu vaccines
The flu is a dangerous virus, especially for vulnerable populations – the immune compromised, the young and the elderly. With COVID-19 in the mix, everyone is at increased risk for having both viruses at the same time. That is why it’s even more important this year to get your flu shot. Jaqui Jones, MD, shared […]
Why this flu season is different – and what you need to do
This year’s flu season, which typically occurs in the fall and winter months, is paired with a pandemic – making the extra protection a flu shot provides very important. Jaqui Jones, MD, explained why and what else you can do to protect yourself. Why get a flu shot? Getting the flu shot will decrease your […]