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Although scientists are actively studying the effects of COVID-19 and learning more about it every day, there are still many unknowns surrounding this brand-new and highly contagious coronavirus that was discovered in 2019. For instance, many people wonder if it is possible to get COVID-19 twice. There are a lot of misconceptions related to this key question. According to the

Oftentimes, a scratchy throat is the first sign of a looming illness, such as strep throat or influenza. To many people, strep throat and a sore throat that accompanies the flu may seem like one and the same. However, they are actually different illnesses that require different treatment approaches. Essentially, strep is a bacterial infection that affects the tonsils and

Are You Planning to Travel Soon? If you are traveling and plan to fly, be prepared to test! Domestic and International air travel requires all travelers over the age of 2 to show evidence of a negative COVID-19 test. With two different testing types available, it is important that you know what is required for travel. A negative PCR-genetic Covid-19

If you’re an allergy sufferer, you know the drill. At certain times of the year, when the trees do their thing and the level of airborne pollen soars, you probably have sneezing frenzies and other niggling “hay fever” symptoms. Although seasonal allergies can be quite bothersome, they aren’t contagious and can usually be managed with treatment. The novel coronavirus 2019

Like many people, you’re probably well aware of the classic signs of an influenza infection and have most likely experienced them yourself. As such, you’re familiar with that telltale feverish feeling accompanied by chills, body aches, fatigue, a runny nose, a sore throat, and other symptoms that can make you want to crawl back into bed and stay there. The

Usually, a fever—which is a temporary increase in your core body temperature—is a positive sign that your immune system is working hard to fight off an infection. Most fevers are caused by a virus, which is why your body temperature may increase if you have a cold, the flu, or the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Although a mild-to-moderate fever is

The novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) doesn’t always cause symptoms. When it does, the most common include persistent coughing, a low-grade fever, and shortness of breath. Of course, symptoms like these can be caused by many other respiratory illnesses, such as bronchitis, and it can be hard to tell the difference on your own. So, what should you do? Find Out

The COVID-19 pandemic has made flu season all the more challenging this year. While health experts are concerned about spikes in both COVID-19 and flu cases, the risk of co-infection—having both contagious respiratory illnesses simultaneously —is even more concerning. And yes, it is possible. Because the novel coronavirus and influenza are caused by different viruses, you can be infected by

While it’s impossible to completely avoid getting a viral infection such as the flu, it is possible to lower your risk. Getting an annual influenza vaccine is the single best way to prevent seasonal flu. Here are some additional flu prevention tips: Keep Your Distance Much like the virus that causes COVID-19, many experts believe the virus that causes flu