CDC now says to treat COVID like the flu, drops 5-day quarantine, advises gathering outside to prevent getting sick
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced new guidelines for the coronavirus, including treating the coronavirus like the flu and eliminating the five-day quarantine. “The new guidance provides guidance for common respiratory viral diseases such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19), influenza, and RSV, which can cause significant health impacts and burdens on hospitals and […]
US numbers indicate flu shots are performing acceptably against virus
Early estimates suggest that influenza vaccination is occurring successfully during the current U.S. winter influenza season. The vaccine is about 40% effective at preventing adults from becoming seriously ill with the flu enough to have to go to a doctor’s office, doctor’s office or hospital, health officials said Wednesday at a Centers for Disease Control […]
Pope Francis Cancels Activities Due to ‘Persistent’ Flu
ROME – Pope Francis canceled all scheduled activities for the second time in three days on Monday, with the Vatican citing lingering influenza as the cause. “He does not have a fever and continues to have mild flu-like symptoms,” Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said in an email to reporters, adding that the day’s events had […]
Possible Contamination: Some Robitussin Cold And Flu Cough Syrups Being Recalled
Packages of Robitusin Honey are displayed on a shelf at a Target store on January 25, 2024 in San Bruno, California. Haleon, the manufacturer of Robitusin cough medicine, has announced a recall of certain Robitussin cough syrups due to possible microbial contamination that can cause fatal infections in at-risk customers. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) […]