Tag: flu season
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New AAP Flu Vaccine Recommendations: Ensure Your Child is Vaccinated by October
Get Pregnant Fast As summer bids farewell and autumn approaches, flu season is just around the corner. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released critical new guidelines that every parent should be aware of. The primary message is clear: don’t delay in getting your child vaccinated. The AAP emphasizes that, “Immunization of all children…
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The Essential Flu Season Survival Kit
Get Pregnant Fast Flu season can be an overwhelming time, with the chaos of germs lurking around every corner. Armed with disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer, you might find yourself glaring at anyone who sneezes near your children or recoiling at the thought of shaking hands. As a concerned parent, I’ve been known to admonish…
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When Should Your Baby Receive a Flu Shot? Essential Information About the Influenza Vaccine
Read more As a new parent, you’re probably wondering when to get your little one vaccinated against the flu. The short answer is that babies should receive their flu shot starting at 6 months old. Here’s what else you need to keep in mind about flu vaccinations for your child. Timing for the Flu Shot…
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The Viral Bread Experiment: Teaching Kids the Importance of Hand Hygiene
Get Pregnant Fast As flu season approaches, it’s that time of year again when parents reiterate the significance of hand-washing. Unfortunately, kids often overlook these hygiene reminders, lacking a real understanding of germs and their implications. Enter a simple yet effective experiment that can help illustrate the necessity of washing hands to children and adults…
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It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot!
Get Pregnant Fast Flu season is far from over. The CDC recently reported a concerning trend: for the first time in 13 years, all regions of the continental United States are experiencing “widespread” flu activity. While this news may sound alarming, there is a silver lining—it’s not too late to receive your flu shot. According…
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Teacher’s Tragic Death from Flu After Postponing Prescription Pick-Up Due to Cost
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 38-year-old elementary school teacher, devoted wife, and mother of two has tragically lost her life to the flu. Sarah Mitchell, a second-grade teacher in Texas, fell ill last week and passed away over the weekend. Her death was precipitated by a delay in picking up…
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Nurse’s Alert About Unexpected Flu Symptom Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast In the midst of an aggressive flu season, a nurse’s cautionary tale has captured the attention of many parents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported widespread flu activity across the continental United States, with the unfortunate statistic of 37 child fatalities this year alone. As flu symptoms can…
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Navigating the Flu Season: We’re All in This Together
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 3:37 a.m. and I find myself cradling my five-year-old in the living room, enveloped in darkness. He’s shirtless and trembling, his delicate shoulder blades moving in sync as he signs “more” to the melody of an off-key rendition of Paul Simon’s “Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes.” The tune, though…
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AAP Introduces Updated Guidelines for Pediatric Waiting Rooms
Get Pregnant Fast As we approach flu season, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has announced a new set of guidelines aimed at reducing the spread of illnesses in pediatric offices. The goal is to help both families and healthcare providers maintain a healthier environment for our children. Visiting the pediatrician can often feel like…
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Why You Should Still Get the Flu Shot, Even If It Doesn’t Guarantee Immunity
Get Pregnant Fast As many of us are aware, this flu season is proving to be particularly challenging. Reports indicate that influenza is widespread across 46 states, affecting individuals more intensely and earlier than usual. This year, the prevalent strain is H3N2, which has been characterized as a notably severe variant of the virus. In…