Medically reviewed by Michael Schaff, PharmD, MBA, and Nicholas Feola, PharmD, BCIDPFall means back to school, new routines and cooler weather. It also means the start of the respiratory virus season. Flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are the three most common culprits, spreading largely between October and March. A few key vaccines canContinue reading “Flu, COVID and RSV: Which Fall Vaccines Do You Need?”
Category Archives: Infectious Diseases
Flu, RSV or COVID? How to Tell the Difference
Flu, RSV and COVID share symptoms, making testing important. RSV hits infants and older adults hardest; flu strikes suddenly; COVID varies widely. Seek care for breathing issues, high fever or dehydration. For help, contact WMCHealth primary care.
Beat the Bite: Tick Prevention and Lyme Disease Awareness
Warm weather in upstate NY brings more outdoor fun but also higher tick risks. Lyme disease, mainly from black-legged ticks, can cause serious health issues. Protect yourself: use repellent, wear long sleeves, stay on trails, check for ticks, and seek care if symptoms appear.