Alabama Department of Public Health issued an emergency alert last Thursday (1/11/2018) regarding this year’s outbreak of seasonal influenza (flu) in our area. Here’s what you need to know (from ADPH): Hospitals are at or over normal patient capacity due in large part to the number of patients presenting with seasonal influenza-like symptoms. Local emergency […]
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You’re sniffling, sneezing, coughing and feeling achy. All signs point to it being a cold, but then you think to yourself, “could it be the flu?” It’s hard to be for sure because the two share many of the same symptoms. Here are some basic guidelines on how to spot the difference between a cold […]
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Nothing ruins a relaxing day at the pool like coming home to a case of swimmer’s ear. Enjoy the pool longer this summer with these four helpful tips. To-mato / To-ma-to Your doctor may call it acute otitis externa, but most people refer to it as swimmer’s ear. It’s an infection of the outer ear […]
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Summer can be a difficult season for those who suffer from asthma, allergies ,and other respiratory problems. Constant changes in air quality and an abundance of pollen can trigger symptoms, especially in the summer heat. Here are a few tips to help keep your sunny days from being itchy, watery, and even runny. 1.Treat before […]
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