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Wed, February 19, 2025

Flu surging: How to reduce your cold and flu symptoms this season


Published on 2025-02-19 09:03:17 - MSN
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  • This year's winter flu season appears to be the most serious in 15 years, with cases ticking higher than at the peak of the 2009-2010 winter flu season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The article from MSN discusses the current surge in flu cases across the U.S., highlighting the importance of managing symptoms effectively during this flu season. It provides several tips for reducing cold and flu symptoms, including staying hydrated, getting plenty of rest, using over-the-counter medications like pain relievers and decongestants, and employing home remedies such as honey and lemon tea or saline nasal drops. The piece also emphasizes the significance of good hygiene practices like regular hand washing to prevent the spread of the virus. Additionally, it advises on when to seek medical attention, particularly if symptoms worsen or if one experiences severe symptoms like difficulty breathing or persistent high fever. The article underscores the need for flu vaccinations, even though flu season is underway, to mitigate the severity of symptoms and reduce the spread of the virus.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/diseases-and-conditions/flu-surging-how-to-reduce-your-cold-and-flu-symptoms-this-season/ar-AA1zmqrb ]