Category Archives: Flu

Healthful Hints from Dr. K …

There are many reasons why a child runs a fever. The body normally runs a temperature of 98.6°. Mild elevations can occur normally after exercise, with excessive clothing, from a hot bath or hot weather. Sometimes, the child is ill. Continue reading

Seasonal Defense: Boosting Your Immune System

The weather changes in autumn, cold temperatures set in, and runny noses and sniffles start to seem like an epidemic. Is there a simple way to boost your immune system so you will not get sick? Continue reading

Know Your Nutrients: Echinacea

Echinacea is an herbal remedy. For centuries, people have used Echinacea to treat the common cold. It is believed that the plant can boost the immune system and reduce the severity or duration of cold symptoms. Continue reading

Flu Shots? Just the Facts, You Decide

Should you get a flu shot? This topic is constantly debated. What are the side effects? Does it really work? Although this seasonal vaccine
is used annually in the United States and many other countries many people do not have enough information about it. Continue reading

Stay Healthy During Flu & Cold Season

Along with the coolness of the fall and autumn leaves comes flu and cold season. Let’s make this season your best year yet by enjoying the cool weather and beauty without having colds or the flu. Continue reading