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Cold and flu

Find out everything you need to know about cold and flu including symptoms, treatment, causes, management and more.

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What older adults should know about RSV infections
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes tens of thousands of hospitalizations among older Americans...

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What adults can do to protect themselves against RSV
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can be life-threatening for older adults and people with chronic h...

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7 cold and flu myths you should stop believing
Learn the facts about the common cold and the flu, and protect yourself and your community.

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How to stay healthy when your co-workers are sick
Learn what steps you can take to stay well during flu season.

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Why people are more likely to get sick in winter
Find out what you can do to reduce your risk for colds and other infections in the colder months.

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Health conditions that put you at risk for severe RSV
Conditions that affect the heart, lungs, and immune system can increase a person’s risk of severe il...

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What people with heart disease should know about RSV
Being infected by the respiratory syncytial virus raises the risk of severe illness and complication...

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What vaccinations are important for older adults?
Learn about vaccines that can help prevent serious illness in adults ages 50 and older.

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4 reasons people avoid the flu shot—and why you shouldn’t
Getting the vaccine every year can protect you and your loved ones.

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Learn the best time to get your flu shot—and 5 other important facts
Get the facts—and avoid common myths—so you can avoid getting the flu this season....