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More than 40 percent of people who receive the flu shot experience side effects such as injection site pain, a low-grade fever, a cough or a runny nose. These symptoms are almost always mild and rarely last longer than a day or two.
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Each year the flu virus affects Americans with symptoms ranging from fever, chills, muscle aches, cough and headache. Because the earlier you treat the flu, the sooner you can begin to improve, it is important to recognize the early signs of the flu.
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The influenza virus, conversationally called the flu, is an illness that's highly contagious and causes a number of different symptoms. There are many different types, or strains, of the influenza virus.
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Influenza B is a viral infection that attacks parts of the respiratory system such as the nose, throat and lungs, according to MayoClinic.com. There are three types of influenza viruses: A, B and C.
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Influenza, or the the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by an airborne virus. Here are influenza A symptoms to look out for.
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Although proponents of the blood type diet say type O individuals will be healthier, leaner and more energetic by following the type O guidelines, health professionals criticize the plan for not being grounded in scientific evidence.
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A stomach bug can lead to a host of symptoms that may make eating the last thing that you want to do, but certain foods may be easier to tolerate, and others may actually help settle your stomach.
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The protein content in Boost high protein drinks is beneficial for certain people, but taking it in excess for extended periods comes with side effects
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Diet, lifestyle changes and medication are the primary methods of treatment for acid reflux. But certain vitamins may prevent your acid reflux from worsening.
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Sometimes, the reason you're unable to fall asleep is not that cut and dry. Food intolerances? Nutritional deficiencies? They can all affect your sleeping habits. Here's what you should know.
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It's not clear what causes irritable bowel syndrome, but lifestyle changes, including diet changes and possibly certain vitamins, may help relieve your symptoms.
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If you're seeing spots and strands in your field of vision, you may have eye floaters. Taking certain vitamins can be of benefit to your overall eye health.
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If the results of your RBC blood test show low red blood cell production, eating foods that contain certain nutrients may help increase your RBC count.
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A fatty liver diet involves avoiding fatty, high-calorie, sugary and processed foods, and eating high-fiber fruits, vegetables and whole grains; lean protein; and healthy plant fats.
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Peripheral neuropathy is caused by underlying medical conditions. Although there's no specific neuropathy diet, eating a balanced diet improves overall health.
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Mcg stands for microgram and mg stands for milligram. Understanding the difference, and how to convert mcg to mg, can ensure you measure the correct dosage for medication.
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PET scans require dietary preparation, sometimes up to 24 hours before your test, so it's important that you know what foods to eat before a PET scan.
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People with fructose intolerance and fructose malabsorption may need to avoid foods high in fructose. Everyone should avoid foods containing high-fructose corn syrup.
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Making a few dietary changes can improve your overall bone health and enhance your skeletal structure for the rest of your life. From grapes to leafy vegetables and sodium to caffeine, hereβs a list of foods that you should incorporate into (and take away from) your daily routine.
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Pain in your right upper stomach under your ribs occurs with a variety of conditions of differing severity. But it often indicates a gallbladder or liver condition.
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