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Flu & Respiratory Articles
Expert guidance on flu & respiratory from the board-certified emergency physicians at Memorial Heights ER in Houston, TX.
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How the Flu Spreads and How to Protect Yourself
Flu spreads quickly at home, school, and work through close contact and shared air. Understanding how it moves helps you
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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Warning Signs and Treatment Options
Respiratory illnesses come in many forms, and some hit harder than others. Human metapneumovirus, known as HMPV, often goes unnoticed
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Is Your Sore Throat a Sign of Something Serious?
Weve all had a sore throat, right? Its that scratchy feeling that makes swallowing uncomfortable and talking a chore. Most
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10 Myths About Upper Respiratory Infections Debunked
Upper respiratory infections, aka URIs, are a common problem, especially during the colder months. Despite their prevalence, misconceptions about these
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Why Rapid ER Treatment is Vital for Pneumonia Recovery
Pneumonia isnt just a bad cold; its a significant lung infection that can lead to severe health issues. Every year,
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Is It Just a Cold or Something More Serious? ER Care for URI
When you catch a cold, you might think its just about sneezing, coughing, and waiting for it to pass. But
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Flu Recovery Stages: 8-Day Guide from Houston ER
Flu season is ramping up, which means many of us will inevitably catch the bug thats going around. As the
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Do You Have a Cold or Flu: Understand the Symptoms
Since most signs are similar, it’s tough to tell whether you have the flu or a cold. For example, both
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When Should I Use an Emergency Room for an Upper Respiratory Infection?
Upper respiratory tract infections affect your respiratory system, including the senses and throat. The symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections
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Flu: When Should You Go to the ER
The flu is an irritant that makes more people vulnerable to the illness yearly after picking up the virus and
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What Is a “Twindemic” and Why Should You Be Concerned?
The flu season is approaching, and like every year, public health officials are busy getting ready to deal with it.
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Everything We Know So Far About the Omicron COVID-19 Variant
With the emergence of the new Omicron COVID variant in the United States, many people have questions about its symptoms
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COVID-19 Long Term Effects and How to Manage Them
Despite the governments and personal measures to prevent the contraction of the coronavirus, a relatively large population has contracted the
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The Covid-19 Delta Variant: Is The Pfizer Vaccine Effective Against It?
Covid-19, a deadly virus discovered in the latter part of 2019 at Wuhan, China, spread globally due to its high
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In-Depth Understanding of COVID-19 and Blood Clots
COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the new Coronavirus. Coronavirus is mainly spread through respiratory droplets generated from an
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Conditions that Increase the Risk for Covid-19 Severity
Covid-19 symptoms vary widely. While some people do not have symptoms at all, others get severe symptoms to the extent
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Asthma and COPD: Similarities, Differences and the Connection Between Them
Asthma is a prevalent lifelong condition that causes the narrowing of your airways. It is quite a common condition that
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What Is Pneumonia? Here’s What You Need to Know
Pneumonia is an acute infection in one or both lungs. Pneumonia is a common infection that has claimed countless lives
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An Informative Guide to COVID-19 Preventive Measures
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we live life. We can no longer take pleasure in the simple things
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Asthma Attack: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention
Asthma is a condition that causes individuals to experience trouble breathing when exposed to specific triggers. When an asthma attack
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Is It Strep Throat Or A Sore Throat? Take This Quiz
It can often be difficult to distinguish between a sore throat and the more serious condition known as strep throat
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Summertime Tips for Managing Allergies and Asthma
As the summertime months roll-on, allergies and asthma associated with allergies dont seem to let up. In order to best
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Are You Prepared for Allergy Season?
Spring comes with pleasantly warm weather, and, for some people, runny nose, itchy eyes and the inevitable box of tissues.
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What’s the Difference Between the Common Cold and the Flu?
It starts as a tickle…or a runny nose…or a slightly queasy feeling. You start to feel “off” and know that
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5 Tips to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
With cold and flu season upon us, it’s important to be aware of cold and flu symptoms and, most importantly,
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Should You Get Your Flu Vaccine Early?
Each year between 5% and 20% of Americans are affected by influenza (also known as the flu). Flu season typically
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4 Ways to Keep Spring Allergies at Bay
A runny nose? Watery eyes? If you’re like the other 17.6 million adults in the U.S. this time of year,
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