Cold & flu

Our best analysis of research, body of knowledge, and secret wisdom about how to combat colds and the flu

  • How to choose between the ER, urgent care and your PCP

    How to choose between the ER, urgent care and your PCP

    Learn about primary care, urgent care and emergency medicine now so that when seconds count, you know your options.

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  • RSV, Flu & COVID: What you need to know

    RSV, Flu & COVID: What you need to know

    As fall and winter move in, your children may be exposed to the triple threat of RSV, the flu and COVID-19. Here’s how to tell the difference.

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  • What your doctor wishes you knew about the flu

    What your doctor wishes you knew about the flu

    Think you know all there is to know about the flu? Hear from a doctor about common myths and why you should get a flu vaccine.

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  • Sick kid? How to get through the flu.

    Sick kid? How to get through the flu.

    If your child is sick, you’re miserable, too. Here’s how to tell if your child has a cold or the flu, how to treat, and when to take them to the doctor.

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  • How to protect yourself this flu season

    How to protect yourself this flu season

    The flu can be life-threatening for anyone — especially those who are 65 and older or pregnant, or young children and infants. Learn how to protect yourself.

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  • Hunker down at home with a cold or flu

    Hunker down at home with a cold or flu

    The best way to handle sickness is to get lots of rest and stay away from others. Learn more ways to treat a cold or flu this fall and winter.

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  • Donate blood to save a life

    Donate blood to save a life

    It’s National Blood Donor Month, and we’re giving you the basic facts about who can donate blood and what it’s like.

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  • Rise in pediatric flu and RSV cases

    Rise in pediatric flu and RSV cases

    Know where and when to seek care for your child

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  • Why wearing a mask is still a smart practice

    Why wearing a mask is still a smart practice

    Not sure when or how to wear a mask when you head out the door? Get answers to commonly asked questions on masks, kids and dealing with mask anxiety.

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  • Cold? Flu? COVID? How do I know?

    Cold? Flu? COVID? How do I know?

    Determine symptoms of COVID, Flu or Cold

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  • Flu shots lessen the impact of a COVID-flu combo

    Flu shots lessen the impact of a COVID-flu combo

    Getting a flu vaccine is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy and protect yourself this fall and winter.

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  • Is it allergies, a cold, the flu or COVID-19? (Infographic)

    Is it allergies, a cold, the flu or COVID-19? (Infographic)

    Allergies, colds, flu and COVID-19 share many symptoms, but there are key differences. This infographic outlines how to tell them apart.

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  • How do you know if your teen has mono?

    How do you know if your teen has mono?

    Discover whether the “kissing disease” might be responsible for your teen’s fatigue, fever, sore throat, headache and body aches.

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  • “Alexa, book me an Express Care appointment”

    “Alexa, book me an Express Care appointment”

    Providence St. Joseph Health and Amazon team up to bring Express Care appointments to Alexa.

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  • How to get through your child's flu

    How to get through your child's flu

    This infographic offers helpful tips and to-dos for parents while their child is sick with the seasonal cold or flu.

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  • How to host a healthy holiday, featuring Express Care

    How to host a healthy holiday, featuring Express Care

    Follow these quick tips for a healthier holiday gathering. If symptoms show up to the party, Express Care can be your fastest way back to the festivities.

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  • How to help prevent the flu (on top of the shot)

    How to help prevent the flu (on top of the shot)

    Practicing good hygiene and developing healthy habits, in addition to getting the flu shot, helps your body fend off the flu. Express Care is your fast path to treatment if you're seeing flu symptoms.

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  • Keep your kids healthy this winter

    Keep your kids healthy this winter

    Follow these children's health guidelines and download the Circle app for parenting tips and tools as you prepare for winter holiday parties and celebrations.

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  • How to protect your family from food poisoning

    How to protect your family from food poisoning

    Equip yourself with the smarts to keep your family’s dinner table safe from germs and toxins that cause food poisoning.

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  • Get your flu shot now!

    Get your flu shot now!

    The good news for flu season is that treatment options are available.

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