CDC Director’s Briefing: SARS…10 Years Later
Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus, called SARS-associated coronavirus (SARS-CoV). SARS was first reported in Asia in…
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Immunity-Boosting Foods You Should Be Eating
Whether it’s cold out, or the whether the weather is transitioning from cooler to warmer temperatures, dietitians point to a significant defense weapon in preventing…
Germ Hot Spots: The Plane Edition
Wondering how to avoid germs, and getting sick, while traveling on a plane? Unfortunately, the risk of contracting a contagious illness is heightened when you…
Hand Sanitizers Vs. Soap & Water
Is hand sanitizer as effective as soap? Hand washing is usually the go-to recommendation for preventing cold and flu outbreaks, but in recent years, many…
People Who Should Not Get A Flu Shot
Many people have questions about flu shot effectiveness. According to experts, one particular group seems to get a weaker boost to their immune system following…
How To Use Raw Honey As Medicine
Honey has a long medicinal history dating back to the wound-dressing of ancient Egyptians. Today, many people swarm to honey for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory…
7 Shocking Places Flu Germs Live
It may not come as a surprise that coming into contact with cold & flu culprits are amazingly easy. Why? Because there are many common…
The 5 Best Ways To Avoid The Flu
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have released a report warning that flu season has come early-and it’s coming on strong. While in most…
Is This Flu Season More Dangerous?
The flu has been spreading fiercely across the United States, with more than half of states reporting widespread activity. The season has started earlier, and…
Boston Declares Public Health Emergency
Boston declared a public health emergency Wednesday as the city tried to deal with a harsh flu season and the state reported 18 flu-related deaths…
6 Reasons Some People Don’t Get Sick
Are you secretly envious of your co-workers and friends who, like superheroes, never seem to suffer from illnesses like colds or flus, heart issues, stomach…
Sickle Cell & Flu Shots: Facts You Don’t Know
Common illnesses, like the flu, can quickly become dangerous, especially for a person with sickle cell disease. Studies have shown that people with sickle cell disease,…
Could Your Sore Throat Be Strep?
We all know that raw, scratchy feeling in the back of the throat. The cause may be as simple as dry winter air, seasonal allergies,…
2 Things Flu Shots Protect Against…Other Than The Flu
You’ve probably already heard that a flu shot is one of the best ways to stay flu-free during the fall and winter. But did you…
When Is Your Cold Or Flu Contagious?
You’ve been coughing and sneezing for a couple days now. Are your symptoms contagious to others? How can you tell if you should just stay…
Why Your Cough Isn’t Going Away
It’s been over a week, but you’re still coughing. Why? Celebrate great health! LIKE BlackDoctor.org on Facebook! Your Cold/Flu Has Irritated Your Airways READ: Magic…
