Cold & flu
Our best analysis of research, body of knowledge, and secret wisdom about how to combat colds and the flu
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Read ArticleHow to choose between the ER, Urgent Care, Telehealth, or Primary Care?
Learn about primary care, urgent care and emergency medicine now so that when seconds count, you know your options.
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Read ArticleRSV, 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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Read ArticleWhat 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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Read ArticleSick 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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read ArticleHunker 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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Read ArticleDonate 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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Read ArticleRise in pediatric flu and RSV cases
Know where and when to seek care for your child
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Read ArticleWhy 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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Read ArticleCold? Flu? COVID? How do I know?
Determine symptoms of COVID, Flu or Cold
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Read ArticleFlu 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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Read ArticleIs 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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read Article“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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read ArticleHow 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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Read ArticleGet your flu shot now!
The good news for flu season is that treatment options are available.
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Read ArticleViral gastroenteritis is no fun, but it's not the flu
Symptoms of viral gastroenteritis include diarrhea, vomiting and nausea. People often call it stomach flu, but it's not influenza.
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