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Dr. Stequita Jackson talks about how to decide to take a sick day or “power through” when you have various common illnesses.

Whether you’re root-root-rooting for the Astros at the stadium or with friends and family at home, our experts offer some tips to make sure you

Dr. Jill Weatherhead gives advice on the best methods for preventing the spread of a stomach bug, a cold or the flu.

What is the difference between flu and COVID-19? A primary care specialist at Baylor College of Medicine shares what you should know.

Drs. Amira Said and Claire Bocchini discuss the importance of getting vaccinated for flu amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Each year, the influenza virus has a significant health impact worldwide, and this year will be no exception. But how will flu activity spread this

The 2019-2020 flu season has arrived, and the CDC says about 8% of Americans become ill with the flu each year and thousands die from

One hundred years ago the Spanish Flu pandemic swept across the world, killing tens of millions of people. In 1976, with the knowledge of how

Flu season is well underway, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting higher than usual flu activity for this time of year.

Flu season is upon us and there’s no better time to get vaccinated than now. Dr. Pedro Piedra, professor of molecular virology and microbiology and