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Cold or flu? Early signs can help determine when to see your doctor

February 1, 2017

Early on the infections share many overlapping symptoms.

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Going viral: Why are fast-spreading viruses becoming so common?

September 27, 2016

While mechanisms of viruses are complex, the reasons behind their spread aren’t.

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Can you get the flu from a flu shot? Simply, no

December 29, 2015

Mild side effects from flu shots have resulted in long-held misconceptions.

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Make sure vaccines are on your back-to-school list

August 25, 2015

Vaccines have gotten a bad rap lately, but don’t get swept up in the celebrity craze.

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Understanding this year’s flu vaccine

January 21, 2015

Get the shot–or not? Learn more about this year’s flu outbreak here.

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Keep yourself flu-free and healthy this holiday season

December 23, 2014

OMRF scientists offer helpful tips to keep you flu-free this holiday season.

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