Flu Prevention Measures - Preventing Cold and Flu
Vaccinations and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Are vaccinations safe and effective for people with rheumatoid arthritis?
Do You Get Your Annual Flu Shot?
Some people with chronic diseases, such as arthritis, hesitate when it comes time for their flu shot. Do you get your annual flu shot?
H1N1 Virus - What Arthritis Patients Need to Know
As the H1N1 virus continues to cause illness, hospitalizations, and death, people are worrying about what lies ahead. Arthritis patients who take immunosuppressant drugs have an extra level of concern. Keeping up with the latest information will help you know what you should do to prevent the H1N1 virus.
Flu Prevention Measures
Flu prevention measures are important for people with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
Should People With Arthritis Get a Flu Shot?
Flu prevention shots are important for people with chronic illness, including arthritis and other rheumatic diseases.
Flu Vaccine Protects Against Contagious Virus
Flu vaccines can protect against potentially severe or fatal consequences of the flu.
How Can You Prevent Colds or Flu When Taking Immunosuppressive Drugs?
What should people who take immunosuppressant drugs for rheumatic disease do to prevent colds, flu, and infection?
An In-Depth Report: Colds and Influenza (the Flu)
An in-depth report on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of colds and flu.
The Flu: What You Need to Know
People of all ages can get the flu. Children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are most susceptible and more likely to have serious complications.
The Common Cold: What You Need to Know
People of all ages are affected by the common cold with children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems being most susceptible.
Common Cold: Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention
The common cold generally involves a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. You may also have a sore throat, cough, headache, or other symptoms. Over 200 viruses can cause a cold.
The Flu: Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention
The flu is a contagious infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by the influenza virus.
