Colds, Flu, Covid

10 Action Steps To Prevent The Spread Of Cold & Flu Viruses

Respiratory conditions 1.  Get your yearly flu vaccine! Stay up to date with COVID-19 booster shots. 2.  Wash your hands often. Do this for 15 to 20 seconds each time. Keep them away from your mouth, nose, and eyes. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer when you can’t wash hands. 3.  When you can’t use soap […]

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Pneumonia

Respiratory conditions Pneumonia is lung inflammation. It is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., especially in the elderly. Signs & Symptoms *  Chest pain when breathing in. *  Fever and chills. *  Cough, often with bloody, dark yellow, green, or rust-colored sputum. *  Shortness of breath. Rapid breathing. *  Appetite loss.

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Covid-19

Respiratory conditions COVID-19 (COVID) is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Most people recover within a few weeks. Older people and those with certain underlying medical conditions are more likely to become severely ill. Safe and effective vaccines are available to protect against COVID infections. Signs & Symptoms Symptoms may be mild or severe

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Avian Influenza – “Bird Flu”

Respiratory conditions Avian influenza is called “bird flu,” because it naturally occurs in birds. Viruses that cause this do not usually infect humans and other animals, but sporadic human infections with avian influenza have occurred. Outbreaks of “bird flu” could lead to widespread infection in humans. Signs & Symptoms The viruses usually cause no or

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