Who will and who won’t get the flu?
New "biomarker" can be used to indicate a person's susceptibility to flu viruses.
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- July 3, 2018
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Could your dog unleash a flu pandemic?
Researchers find that viruses can jump from pigs to dogs, and that influenza is becoming increasingly diverse in dogs. This spells trouble for humans.
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- June 11, 2018
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Flu may be spread by just breathing
When someone is coming down with influenza, they should take care of themselves and stay at home, if possible.
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- January 24, 2018
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Patient Story
Super nurses for superhero kids
School children get a boost of caring through unique partnership.
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- November 13, 2017
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It’s a new NICU, baby
For the mom who can't make it to the NICU, there are high-tech and low-tech options to connect with baby.
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- October 24, 2017
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Patient Story
‘Feeling blessed that I’m here’
As a patient recovers from a life-threatening brain infection, a doctor reminds residents, 'West Nile virus is in our backyard.'
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- October 11, 2017
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Patient Story
‘This isn’t normal’
A mom's intuition saved her unborn baby's life.
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- October 6, 2017
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Patient Story
Breastfeeding woes? Time to chat—by video
A video chat with a lactation counselor helps new moms work through troubles they may be experiencing at home.
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- August 16, 2017
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Patient Story
Fighting cancer, not traffic
Video visits keep Ed Mikulskis closer to home as this farmer battles a rare lymphoma.
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- August 4, 2017
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Patient Story
Quick trip from video visit to OR
Peter Cramer wanted to put off medical assistance for severe pain―until a friend referred him to a Spectrum Health video visit. A few hours later, he was in surgery.
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- February 15, 2017
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At the touch of a button
Patients can manage health services and visit doctors from their phones and computers.
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- November 5, 2016
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Best flu defense? Annual shot, of course
While other precautions can improve your odds of a flu-free season, immunization remains the best defense.
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- September 29, 2016
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