Tag: Flu

Categories Asia & Pacific

South Korean’s medical association urges govt to suspend flu shot program after 25 people die following jab

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The Korean Medical Association has called on the country’s government to halt its plan to inoculate millions of citizens after more than two dozen people died after receiving flu shots. … Read More >South Korean’s medical association urges govt to suspend flu shot program after 25 people die following jab

Categories USA

Covid-19 patients FIVE TIMES more likely to die in hospital than those with flu, are at higher risk for 17 complications – CDC

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The risk of dying from the coronavirus is five times higher than that of seasonal flu, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a new report, based on the records of 9,000 hospital patients. … Read More >Covid-19 patients FIVE TIMES more likely to die in hospital than those with flu, are at higher risk for 17 complications – CDC

Categories Shows

Twin-demic season: Covid & flu collide

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As dozens of states report upticks in Covid cases while we hurtle toward flu season, it’s become clear the “twin-demic” that experts have warned us about is becoming a reality. Dr Joe Alton stresses the importance of getting your flu shot, and breaks down how best to decipher “Covid-like” symptoms, including red flags to look for before seeking treatment … Read More >Twin-demic season: Covid & flu collide