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Most Common Illnesses That Peak During Fall in Texas [and Tips to Prevent Them]

Healthy Living, Illness / By m.jenlink@xpwell.com

As the season changes and temperatures drop, your vulnerability to infections increases. Viral infections are easily transmitted and can be dangerous for young children, older adults, and anyone with poor immune systems. Prevention is the best way to protect you and your family from these illnesses. What are the most common illnesses that peak during …

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COVID-19, Flu, and Strep: Your Ultimate Guide for 2023

COVID-19 / By m.jenlink@xpwell.com

We’re all familiar with the yearly fall and winter showdown against COVID-19, the flu, and strep throat. In this post, we’ll dive deep into how you can protect your immune system, share our best tips for staying healthy, and share the latest updates for fall and winter 2023 flu, COVID-19, and strep throat. The providers …

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When You Should Get a Flu Shot

General / By Integrity Urgent Care

While a good portion of the news is focusing in on COVID Vaccines, there is another vaccine our team at Integrity Urgent Care wants to put on your mind as well. The flu shot is important for a number of reasons. There are a few factors that go into determining the best time to get yours.

A doctor gives a woman a shot in the arm

Flu Shot Myths

General / By Integrity Urgent Care

Have you gotten a flu shot this year? Life happens and it’s easy to put it off until a better time, but here are a few thoughts to help you make the decision to immunize you and your family – today. US Surgeon General Jerome Adams says, “Flu vaccinations save lives.”

What You Need to Know as Flu Season Continues

General / By Integrity Urgent Care

This year’s flu season is one of the worst in recent memory. Federal officials reported last week that this season has already caused the most hospitalizations in nearly a decade. During the week of February 10th, an additional 22 children’s deaths from the flu were reported, bringing the total to at least 84 nationwide. However, the week of February 10th was also the first week of the season in which the number of people seeking care for flu symptoms did not increase, potentially indicating that this harsh flu season may be levelling off. However, it’s far from over. Here’s what you need to know as flu season continues.