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Flu shot can reduce the risk the flu poses to asthmatics.
Health Headlines Commentary for October 21, 2019 Source:Asthma sufferers are putting themselves at risk by not getting free flu jab this winter, study warns
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Nasal spray flu vaccine format will not be available this year
Health Headlines Commentary for September 9, 2019 Source:No nasal spray available for flu vaccine this year
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Severe Australian flu season may be what we can expect to see in North America’s upcoming season.
Health Headlines Commentary for July 18, 2019 Source:Flu fears across Ontario spread after death toll rises in Australia
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Our odd “moderate” flu season still caused considerable harm. Non smokers who start vaping are at risk of harm despite the misconception that it is a safe practice.
Health Headlines Commentary for June 21, 2019 Source: CDC says 2018-19 flu season was odd but not as severe as the previous deadly season
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Gatineau child, 3, dies of flu; mother warns ‘it can happen to anyone’.
Health Headlines Commentary for January 24, 2019 Source: Gatineau child, 3, dies of flu; mother warns ‘it can happen to anyone’.
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Early flu season statistics show that it is off to a brisk start disproportionately affecting younger age groups. The flu virus responsible for this is influenza A H1N1. The vaccine covers H1N1 and is a good match this year to prevent infection.
Health Headlines Commentary for November 29, 2018 Source: Flu season off to early start, affecting younger age groups more Reference: FluWatch report: November 11, 2018 to November 17, 2018 (Week 46) Comment: The flu virus responsible for this is influenza A H1 N1. The vaccine covers H1 N1 and is a good match this year…
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Wednesday House Call, November 14, 2018: Run for the Hills! Aluminum and formaldehyde are coming for you.
Wednesday House Call, November 14, 2018: Run for the Hills! Aluminum and formaldehyde are coming for you. Dr Barry Dworkin joins Rob Snow to discuss the latest health stories of the week. Today: We discuss flu vaccine and the health-risk misconceptions about the preservatives and ingredients found within it. Your calls: Formaldehyde in vaccines. Is…
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Wednesday House Call, November 7, 2018: Public health successes and the scourge of processed food marketing
Wednesday House Call, November 7, 2018 Dr Barry Dworkin joins Rob Snow to discuss the latest health stories of the week. Today: Increasing numbers of people are being diagnosed with diabetes. The trend took off since 2000. Lifestyle is one factor but marketing has also normalized consuming calorie-dense foods and sugar-added drinks. It is a…
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High dose flu vaccine recommendations are not solely based on economic factors. Cost may be greater but vulnerability of older adults are a consideration
Health Headlines Commentary for November 5, 2018 Source: Experts say high-dose flu vaccine’s cost outweighs the benefits