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… Facts about influenza (the flu) Last updated September 16, 2022 HealthLink … can help you determine whether you have influenza or a common cold. Symptoms Common Cold Influenza (the flu) Fever …
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… Inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated October 4, 2024 … vaccine because it does not contain live influenza virus. Common reactions to the vaccine include soreness, redness … vaccines. GBS may be associated with influenza vaccine in about one per million recipients. Always report serious or …
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Influenza ("flu") season Last updated March 28, 2025 The … seven days a week. For assistance, call 8-1-1 . Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infection of the … prevent you and your family from becoming sick. To learn about influenza, how to prevent it, what the symptoms are, …
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… Live attenuated influenza (flu) vaccine Last updated September 25, 2023 … in weakness and paralysis of the body’s muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In rare cases, GBS can … vaccines. GBS may be associated with influenza vaccine in about 1 per million recipients. Always report serious or …
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Influenza (Seasonal Flu) On this page: Condition Overview … How is the flu diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and examine you. This usually gives the … vaccine. Cause The flu is caused by the influenza virus. Common classes of the influenza virus are type A and type B, …
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Common Questions About Giving Yourself Shots On this page: Overview Overview … Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine … Common Questions About Giving Yourself Shots …
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Influenza (Flu) Complications On this page: Overview Overview Although most cases of influenza (flu) get better without causing other problems, …
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… virus. Although there are many kinds of bird flu, the most common kinds that concern health workers are H5N1 and H7N9 … and other farm equipment. Most people don't need to worry about getting sick with bird flu virus. You cannot get bird … flu, your doctor will do a physical examination and ask you questions about your symptoms and past health. Your doctor …
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… Cataracts: Questions About Surgery On this page: Overview … Phacoemulsification (small incision surgery) is the most commonly performed type of cataract surgery. The surgeon … Phacoemulsification (small incision surgery) is the most commonly performed type of cataract surgery. The surgeon …
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Questions About Medicines for Epilepsy On this page: Overview Related … routine for yourself or your child, it may help you to talk about some of the choices and issues involved. Some of the following questions might help you prepare. How often will I or my …