flu

With the current outbreak of influenza peaking - and the news reports of the deaths associated with the flu - a lot of people are wondering:  why are people dying from the flu?  After all, isn't the flu similar to the common cold?

People are scared because of the flu making it's way through the area. I heard that Minnesota is the worst of all the states for the flu symptoms. Is the flu shot the answer, well, people are on both sides of that issue. Here's one BIG way to avoid getting the flu.

As the nation braces for one of the worst outbreaks of influenza in several years, major drug manufacturers are reporting a shortage of the vaccine.

It's important to be safe during the influenza season.  Often, people are confused as to when  they should contact a doctor - of if they need  to.

This season's influenza outbreak is one of the worst in several years - according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).  So - what do you do if you come down with the flu?

With influenza season here, it's important to know whether or not you've actually come down with the flu - or - if you're "just sick" with something else.

The Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross is urging everyone in the Northland to get their flu vaccine.

We all know the tune 12 Days Of Christmas. I always get goofed up on the lyrics. Do you remember how to sing it correctly? Anyway, not feeling well due to a cold, flu, or worse, can really put a damper on your holiday season. I ran across this article at the Center For Disease Control, reminding us how to stay safe and healthy this season...