As much as we hate to start out 2022 with more discussion about Covid-19, recent developments concerning the virus have prompted this much-needed update. We’ll start with the not-so-great news. On November 24, 2021, a report of a new variant of the covid-19 virus found in South Africa was sent to the World Health Organization (WHO). By December 1, 2021, the new variant, now called OMICRON, had made its way to US shores. What We Know About...
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After a historically low flu season in 2020-21, new data shows that the number of flu cases is on the rise. Influenza A is responsible for the majority of cases so far. The Walgreens flu index, which measures antiviral prescription data to monitor flu cases, indicates that nationwide flu activity is 192 percent higher than one year ago. Here is what to expect this flu season. Who and Where is Most Affected by the Flu CDC data reveals a high amount of flu activity...
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After a historically low flu season last fall and winter, health experts are convinced that getting the flu vaccine is more important than ever this year. Why? Many health experts believe the low flu activity over the last year has lowered immunity to the virus and made patients, especially high-risk groups, more susceptible to getting the illness. That's why now is the best time get the 2021 flu vaccine. When Should I Get the 2021 Flu Vaccine? The flu season...
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