flu season Tag

31 Oct Boosting Immunity in Cold and Flu Season: Practical Strategies for Parents

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Flu, General Health, Immunization, Infections, Mental Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Physical Health, Sleep, Stress, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

The crisp air, cozy sweaters, and holiday cheer signal the arrival of the cold and flu season. While this time of year can be full of joy and celebration, it's also when viruses like the common cold and influenza become more prevalent. For parents, this...

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17 Jan How to Prepare Your Child for Flu Season

Posted at 09:00h in Child Care, Fever, Flu, General Health, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

The cold and flu season can be a challenging time for children and their families. In addition to dealing with symptoms such as fever, cough, and congestion, parents also have to worry about the spread of illness to other family members and friends. Fortunately, there...

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23 Jul No, the Flu Shot Does Not Cause the Flu

Posted at 17:01h in Flu by Continuum Pediatrics

Yes, you read the title correctly. Truthfully, the notion that the flu shot gives you the flu is just a common misconception. Think about it this way: when receiving the polio or meningitis vaccine, the last thing on anyone’s mind is that the shot will cause...

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03 Dec Why Your Child Should Get the Flu Shot

Posted at 09:00h in Flu, General Health, Infections, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

Now that fall is here, we are all about to enter into one of the most exciting times of the year (the holiday season) but also one of the most difficult times of year with cold and flu season. As any parent knows, this is...

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04 Feb The Top 5 Places to Catch the Flu

Posted at 09:36h in Child Care, Flu, Pediatrics, Viruses by Continuum Pediatrics

As most people know, we are currently in the middle of “flu season.” However, while most people know that you are more likely to catch the flu during this time of year, most people don’t know where they are more likely to catch the flu. As a...

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17 Oct 5 Reasons to Get Your Child the Flu Shot

Posted at 08:00h in Babies, Fever, Flu, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

School is back in session for kids all around the country, and while this not only means it is time to get back to class, activities, and carpools, it is also time for flu season. Flu season starts in the fall, and for kids who...

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