Is your Child Feeling Feverish? So your child has the sniffles and may have a temperature. You scramble to find your thermometer. Upon finding it, you discover it’s like pulling teeth just to get an accurate reading. Whether you are doing it rectally, orally, or by armpit, it can lead to frustration. I am excited to introduce …
Both my husband and son get their flu shots every year. They both suffer from asthma so I know how important it is to help protect them from getting the flu. This year my husband visited the walk-in Minute Clinic inside the Rochester Hills CVS drugstore for his flu shot. No appointment is necessary and …
One of the scariest truths about influenza is that it can kill healthy children of all ages. Parents like Detroit area resident Zack Yaksich know the heartbreak only too well after his 5-year-old daughter died suddenly of influenza complications in 2003. Yaksich created Alana’s Flu Foundation so that other parents can be made aware of the dangers …
If you’re looking for a fun way to convince your kids (and yourself) to get vaccinated against the flu this year, here is your chance! Families Fighting Flu, Visiting Nurse Associations of America and The Clorox Company have teamed up to help you keep your family protected from the flu. Detroit-area residents are invited to educate (and …
The following advice, given by Dr. Oz, makes a lot of sense and is important for all to know: The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it’s almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is …
Avoid Sugar- Sugar decreases your immune function almost immediately, a strong immune system is likely to fight off viruses and other illnesses including the flu. Get Adequate Rest- Regular rest will keep your body strong and ensure the body has strength to fight off potential invaders. Exercise- When you exercise you increase circulation and blood …