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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Cold Vs. Flu: Are You Sick with the Common Cold or Influenza?

    November 1, 2020

    We've all been under the weather before. But how do you know if you have a common cold or the flu? Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cold and flu, Pinnacle Health

    Cold vs Flu
  • Video

    Frequently Asked Questions About the Flu Shot

    October 15, 2020

    The flu shot plays an essential role in protecting you, your family, and your community from illness. This year, that's truer than ever. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cold and flu, COVID-19

    Flu Shot
  • Article - 6 Minute Read

    Do I Have the Flu or COVID-19?

    October 5, 2020

    Many symptoms are similar for both flu and Covid-19, which makes it hard to know which you might have. Paying close attention to your symptoms can help you decide what you should do. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cold and flu, COVID-19

    Sick
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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Foods to Eat When You Have the Flu

    October 1, 2020

    Here are the best foods to eat when fighting off a flu infection. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cold and flu

    Learn more about what you can do to prevent COVID-19 reinfection
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Twindemic: What to Expect During the Upcoming Flu Season

    September 18, 2020

    When a severe flu season occurs at the same time as a pandemic like COVID-19, experts call it a "twindemic." But you can take steps to avoid both. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cold and flu

    Sick in Bed
  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    Why Getting the Flu Shot Is More Important Than Ever

    September 18, 2020

    Even though the flu shot cannot prevent COVID-19, the pandemic makes it more important than ever to get the flu vaccine. Here's why. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cold and flu, COVID-19

    Flu Shot
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Getting Flu Treatment During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    September 18, 2020

    Most people recover from the flu at home on their own. But others may need a doctor or emergency care. Here's how to safely get UPMC care during the pandemic. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cold and flu, COVID-19

    Flu Treatment
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    When Does Flu Season End? Essential Flu Season Facts

    September 18, 2020

    Influenza infections can actually occur at any time of year, but they're much more common during fall and winter. Flu season varies from year to year, but it roughly begins around October, peaks around February, and tapers off in April. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cold and flu

    Flu Season
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Children and the Flu

    August 22, 2019

    When school is in session, kids come home with sniffles, coughs, vomiting, and diarrhea. Here are tips for managing these illnesses at home. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back to school, cold and flu, Pinnacle Health

    Children and the flu
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