Flu: Related Videos
Adults may already know the new ways to avoid catching and spreading the flu. But you may need to teach these behaviors to kids. Listen to an infection control expert discuss the new cough etiquette.
Keywords: flu, flu in children, colds in children, virus, cold, colds, flu vaccine, flu prevention, influenza, infection, sneezing, sneeze, cough, fever, chills, sanitizer, infection control, antibacterial soap, kids, children
When you have watery eyes, a runny nose, congestion and sneezing, how can you tell if it's a cold or an allergy? Find out the difference and the treatment options for both.
Keywords: cold, allergy, allergic, symptoms, sneezing, runny nose, congestion, immune system, post-nasal drip, itchy eyes, rhinovirus, upper respiratory infection, itchy throat, fever, allergy test, allergy shots, skin testing, scratch testing, nasal sprays, Nasalcrom, cromolyn, Flonase, fluticasone, Rhinocort, budesonide, decongestants, Sudafed, pseudophedrine, antihistamine, Allegra, fexofenadine, Clarinex, desloratadine, Claritin, loratadine, Zyrtec, cetirizine, over the counter, prescription, non-sedating, sedating, cough suppressants, cough, pollen, dust mites, hay fever, ragweed, Nasonex
Doctors and healthcare officials are preparing for the possibility that a virulent strain of avian flu may become a serious threat to humans.
Keywords: Bird flu, avian flu, H5N1, poultry, flu of 1918
Our parents told us to cover our mouths when we cough. But that might not be the best strategy for flu prevention. Listen to an infection control expert discuss the new cough etiquette.
Keywords: flu, virus, cold, colds, flu vaccine, flu prevention, influenza, infection, sneezing, sneeze, cough, fever, chills, sanitizer, infection control, antibacterial soap,
Most of us are familiar with the symptoms of the flu—fever, chills, fatigue, stuffy nose, sore throat. Most of us know that it is caused by the influenza virus. And we all dread it. But just what is the flu? What makes the influenza virus so contagious? Join our panel of experts as they discuss this tiny—and common—villain.
Keywords: flu shots, flu, flushots, flushot
For patients with chronic myeloid leukemia, establishing a close relationship with their doctor is very important. With new treatment options available patients and doctors need to be able to communicate freely and be aware of the latest research developments. Find out how CML patients and the doctors who treat them, can work together to treat this disease.
Keywords: Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, CML, leukemia, Philadelphia chromosome, cancer, blood test, chromosome analysis, bone marrow, radiation, bone marrow transplant, stem cell transplant, treatment decisions, chronic phase, accelerated phase, blast phase, side effects, hematologic response, cytogenetic response, molecular response, STI-571, Gleevec, imatinib, chemotherapy, interferon, CML symptoms, flu-like symptoms, patient experiences, blood counts
In treating Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML), doctors admit: they don't have all the answers. So patients must learn enough about CML to help make good treatment decisions. That means understanding the natural course of the disease and how his or her own body responds to therapy. Tune in as doctors describe what CML patients need to know.
Keywords: Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, CML, leukemia, Philadelphia chromosome, BCR- able, treatment decisions, chromosome analysis, chronic phase, accelerated phase, blast phase, disease progression, STI-571, Gleevec, imatinib, cancer, side effects, bone marrow transplant, stem cell transplant, donor, CML therapy, CML treatment, chemotherapy, hematologic response, cytogenetic response, molecular response, interferon, CML symptoms, flu-like symptoms, patient experiences, blood test, blood counts, bone marrow,
Germs are a fact of life and catching an infectious disease like a cold may seem inevitable. But there are simple ways to protect yourself against the spread of disease. Handwashing, keeping up with immunizations, practicing safe sex and sensible food handling are good tools in the war against contagious disease.
Keywords: Infectious disease, mumps, mumps immunization, immunization, flu, flu shot, pneumococcal, pneumoccal vaccination, vaccination, germs, colds, viruses, hand washing, disinfecting, contagious disease
It's inevitable that at some point in your child's life he or she will suffer vomiting and diarrhea. Most often they are nothing to get worried about, but occasionally they can be a sign of something more serious. Our panel of experts will discuss the many factors that can cause diarrhea and vomiting, and what you should do when it happens.
Keywords: Vomiting, diarrhea, vaccinations, pediatrics, polio, rotavirus, epidemic diarrheal illness, hepatitis, Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae B, intestinal blockage, diptheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, acellular pertussis, ear infections, pneumococcus, influenza, chicken pox, Varicella, dehydration, gastroesophageal reflux, GERD, Pedialyte, gastroenteritis, Lomotil, antihistamines, Phenergan, Tigan, antispasmodics, breast feeding, nutritional anemia, Dr. Daniel Neuspiel, Dr. Steven Schwartz
Managing asthma in pregnancy requires special expertise. Listen to expert advice on how a woman should work with her doctors to make sure her asthma hurts neither herself nor her unborn child.
Keywords: Asthma, pregnancy, asthma and pregnancy, treating asthma in pregnancy, asthma treatment, high-risk pregnancy, treating asthma during pregnancy, preeclampsia, preclampsia, pre-clampsia, risks during pregnancy, risk in pregnancy, pregnancy risks, hazards during pregnancy, hazards in pregnancy, dangers in pregnancy, dangers during pregnancy, premature, pre-mature delivery, premature delivery, low birth weight, birth defects, asthma specialists and pregnancy, giving birth with asthma, asthma control, asthma triggers, triggers, aspirin and asthma, influenza vaccine and pregnancy
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