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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Flu Vaccine and Chemotherapy: Should People With Cancer Be Vaccinated?

    January 11, 2019

    Can the flu vaccine and chemotherapy be combined? Here's what you need to know about flu prevention and cancer. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

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

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, flu, influenza, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Many people are wondering if they need an additional shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Flu Treatment and Prevention 101: Facts You Need to Know

    August 14, 2018

    The flu and the cold share many of the same symptoms, though they're quite different. Here's what you need to know about flu treatment and prevention. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

    Tagged with: flu, vaccines

    How can you prevent the flu?
  • Quiz

    Quiz: When It Comes to the Flu, Can You Tell Myth from Fact?

    January 9, 2018

    Understand facts about the flu shot before you decide to get (or forego) immunization. Take this quiz to test your knowledge. Start Quiz

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: flu, flu prevention, quizzes, treatment options

    Take this flu shot quiz to test your knowledge
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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Flu Complications and Asthma: Symptoms, Treatment, and More

    November 22, 2017

    Those with asthma are more likely to face serious health complications from the flu. Learn about the effects of the flu on people with asthma. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

    Tagged with: airway infections, Asthma, flu, flu virus, inflammation

    flu complications and asthma
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    Pneumonia Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors

    February 10, 2017

    Pneumonia is an infection that can affect one or both lungs. Knowing how to recognize pneumonia symptoms is critical to your health. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: flu, lung conditions, pneumonia, treating illness

    Pneumonia symptoms and risk factors to know: Understanding pneumonia.
  • Video

    7 Effective Ways to Fight the Flu This Season

    January 6, 2017

    No one wants to get the flu. Fortunately there are several things that you and your family can do to keep from getting sick this flu season. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: chills, cough, flu, seasonal flu

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    What Are Boogers? And Why Do We Have Them?

    October 17, 2015

    Your body makes mucus all the time, and you need it. Boogers provide a protective layer in your nose. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, antibodies, boogers, flu, mucus, neti pot, sinus, sinus infection, snot

    what are boogers
  • Gallery

    So You’ve Got the Flu…Now What?

    February 18, 2015

    So what happens when you fall victim to the flu? Follow our tips to help manage your symptoms and reduce the risk of spreading your illness to others. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: acetaminophen, cold, cough, fatigue, fever, flu, flu relief, flu shot, flu symptoms, headache, ibuprophen, medicine, recovery, runny nose, UPMC Urgent Care

    Learn more about fibromyalgia
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Pennsylvania Flu Outbreak: What You Need to Know

    January 23, 2015

    Since December, Pennsylvania has seen a sizeable uptick in the number of flu cases compared to 2013. Learn more about what this outbreak means for you. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

    Tagged with: David Nace MD, flu, flu outbreak, flu vaccine, H3N2, influenza, wash hands

    elderly man coughing
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