Posts Tagged‘flu’

March 8, 2018

Flu and The Elderly

This flu season has been one of the most alarming and intense outbreaks since 2009. News reports in various states covered the number of hospitalizations and deaths from the flu this year. The worry was intensified by individuals on social media and word-of-mouth among family members, friends, coworkers, and peers. In short, it was scary, especially for seniors. What is the flu? Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory condition caused by two main types of influenza virus: type A and type B. There are also type C and type D, but they either do not affect humans…

October 11, 2017

Five Ways the Influenza Virus Affects Your Body

The flu season is generally a very busy time for doctor’s offices, emergency rooms, and walk-in clinics. It can make anyone feel miserable for several days, and in some cases, can cause multiple complications. Influenza Can Be Very Serious Some people assume the flu will come and go, as a cold, however, that is not the case for many. Babies, children, the elderly and anyone with a compromised immune system face a serious threat from the influenza virus. One of the most effective treatments for the flu is Tamiflu, which works by preventing the flu virus from multiplying and reducing…