Colds & Flu
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Approximately 75 percent of all influenza and pneumonia deaths in African Americans occur among those 65 and over. The majority of influenza and pneumonia cases can be prevented by receiving a vaccine. However, influenza and pneumonia immunization rates in African Americans are about 1.5 to 2 times lower that of the white population. In 2002, 48 percent of African Americans over 65 received a flu shot and only 35 percent received a pneumonia vaccination.
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LeBron, Swine Flu And The Rest Of Us
(BlackDoctor.org) -- As the cause of this year’s flu pandemic, H1N1 (Swine Flu) has been a constant news headline since June 2009. But despite those headlines, it’s still spreading: in the workplace, on campuses, in our children’s schools. And it seems to be an unfortunate historical fact that, sometimes, it takes somebody famous to get sick to motivate the rest of us to take our own healthcare more seriously, as the flu may have now hit the court.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Did you know that most healthy African American babies have six colds before age one? Ok parents, don’t freak out, this is perfectly normal. Colds are upper respiratory tract infections, caused by one of many viruses. Most colds last a week or two, but some linger even longer. As a parent it is important to recognize and treat colds before they progress into more serious conditions.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Millions of African Americans catch the flu every year, and many of us turn to the remedies of our elders to relieve symptoms. Colds can lead to bacterial infections, and the flu can cause serious, even fatal complications. Self-care methods may help you feel better if you have cold and flu symptoms. Here's a look at some remedies:
Chicken Soup
Studies show that chicken soup inhibits the migration of immune
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Wanna get vaccinated, but afraid of needles? Well, you have no excuse anymore because there are now two options for flu immunization: a traditional flu shot and the nasal spray, FluMist.
Who Should Get Vaccinated?
Leading health organizations recommend the flu vaccine once a year because the virus is constantly changing and new vaccines are developed to combat current strains.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- As the cause of this year’s flu pandemic, H1N1 (Swine Flu) has been a constant news headline since June 2009. But despite those headlines, it’s still spreading: in the workplace, on campuses, in our children’s schools. And it seems to be an unfortunate historical fact that, sometimes, it takes somebody famous to get sick to motivate the rest of us to take our own healthcare more seriously, as the flu may have now hit the court.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Did you know that most healthy African American babies have six colds before age one? Ok parents, don’t freak out, this is perfectly normal. Colds are upper respiratory tract infections, caused by one of many viruses. Most colds last a week or two, but some linger even longer. As a parent it is important to recognize and treat colds before they progress into more serious conditions.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Millions of African Americans catch the flu every year, and many of us turn to the remedies of our elders to relieve symptoms. Colds can lead to bacterial infections, and the flu can cause serious, even fatal complications. Self-care methods may help you feel better if you have cold and flu symptoms. Here's a look at some remedies:
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Wanna get vaccinated, but afraid of needles? Well, you have no excuse anymore because there are now two options for flu immunization: a traditional flu shot and the nasal spray, FluMist. 