As the flu season continues to pack a punch for some Americans, new research suggests there might be a simple way to reduce the risk for infection in an indoor setting: hike up humidity levels.More >>
As the flu season continues to pack a punch for some Americans, new research suggests there might be a simple way to reduce the risk for infection in an indoor setting: hike up humidity levels.More >>
Each year, American workers miss 100 million workdays due to the flu alone. There’s a trace of irony in that number: Many of those days wouldn’t have to be lost if those who were sick stayed home,...More >>
Each year, American workers miss 100 million workdays due to the flu alone. There’s a trace of irony in that number: Many of those days wouldn’t have to be lost if those who were sick stayed home, preventing the...More >>
(BPT) - People who have gotten sick report their cold and flu symptoms lasted up to six days, according to the Vicks Second Annual Global Cough and Cold Survey. While health experts advise sick workers to stay home...More >>
(BPT) - People who have gotten sick report their cold and flu symptoms lasted up to six days, according to the Vicks Second Annual Global Cough and Cold Survey. While health experts advise sick workers to stay home to avoid...More >>
(BPT) - For generations, families have passed down home-spun remedies that can help loved ones feel that even during those sniffles and sneezes, they’re cared for. Having a bowl of grandma’s famous soup...More >>
(BPT) - For generations, families have passed down home-spun remedies that can help loved ones feel that even during those sniffles and sneezes, they’re cared for. Having a bowl of grandma’s famous soup or your...More >>
(BPT) - A flu outbreak in your workforce can cause problems in several different areas of your business. The best flu prevention is encouraging and educating workers on how to be proactive at fending off the flu...More >>
(BPT) - A flu outbreak in your workforce can cause problems in several different areas of your business. The best flu prevention is encouraging and educating workers on how to be proactive at fending off the flu virus. By...More >>
Children often get colds, but when they are not feeling well enough to participate in their normal daily activities or not alert enough to learn or play, they are too sick to go to school, an expert advises.More >>
Children often get colds, but when they are not feeling well enough to participate in their normal daily activities or not alert enough to learn or play, they are too sick to go to school, an expert advises.More >>
Friday, January 18 2013 5:51 PM EST2013-01-18 22:51:08 GMT
A local health department is ramping up efforts to stop the flu from spreading. Health officials with Lenawee County say they are adding extra flu shot clinics because demand is so high.
A local health department is ramping up efforts to stop the flu from spreading. Health officials with Lenawee County say they are adding extra flu shot clinics because demand is so high.
Forty-eight states are now reporting widespread flu activity, up from 47 last week, and the virus is proving particularly dangerous for the elderly, U.S. health officials reported Friday.More >>
Forty-eight states are now reporting widespread flu activity, up from 47 last week, and the virus is proving particularly dangerous for the elderly, U.S. health officials reported Friday.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 5:54 PM EST2013-01-17 22:54:09 GMT
With flu season in full swing, germs are everywhere. Keeping your family flu-free can become a job of its own. One local school district is trying to keep the flu out of its classrooms.More >>
With flu season in full swing, germs are everywhere. Keeping your family flu-free can become a job of its own. One local school district is trying to keep the flu out of its classrooms.More >>
Germs are everywhere and, because we can’t see them, it makes it that much easier to catch a cold or the flu. Due to such a hard-hitting flu season this year, it’s even more important to take precautions...More >>
Germs are everywhere and, because we can’t see them, it makes it that much easier to catch a cold or the flu. Due to such a hard-hitting flu season this year, it’s even more important to take precautions to help...More >>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 8:38 AM EST2013-01-16 13:38:36 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (TOLEDO NEWS NOW) - The Toledo Lucas County Health Department is holding one last walk-in flu clinic... It's tonight at the toledo lucas county health department from 4 until 6 p-m. TheMore >>
It takes place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at the health department, which is located at 635 N. Erie St.More >>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 4:59 PM EST2013-01-15 21:59:59 GMT
The flu continues to be a problem across the country, as well as in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Local hospitals are being forced to change some of their visiting guidelines and hours.More >>
The flu continues to be a problem across the country, as well as in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Local hospitals are being forced to change some of their visiting guidelines and hours.More >>
Monday, January 14 2013 4:11 PM EST2013-01-14 21:11:04 GMT
With the recent flu outbreak, the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department will be holding walk-in flu clinics for anyone who has yet to get their flu shot.More >>
With the recent flu outbreak, the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department will be holding walk-in flu clinics for anyone who has yet to get their flu shot. Officials say this is one of the worst flu seasons in recent years and urge everyone to get vaccinated.More >>
Friday, January 11 2013 4:49 PM EST2013-01-11 21:49:49 GMT
All Kroger store pharmacies will receive 100 additional doses of the flu vaccine Friday. Many area resents have experienced difficulty finding a flu shot this year.More >>
All Kroger store pharmacies will receive 100 additional doses of the flu vaccine Friday. Many area resents have experienced difficulty finding a flu shot this year.More >>
Flu season is especially bad in the United States this year, and young children with the flu tend to suffer more than others because they can't take over-the-counter medications to help relieve their symptoms.More >>
Flu season is especially bad in the United States this year, and young children with the flu tend to suffer more than others because they can't take over-the-counter medications to help relieve their symptoms.More >>
Thursday, January 10 2013 5:26 PM EST2013-01-10 22:26:06 GMT
Local schools are keeping an eye on the number of students getting sick from the flu. Officials say even though they have not experienced a problem yet, they do have a plan in case illnesses increase.More >>
Local schools are keeping an eye on the number of students getting sick from the flu. Officials say even though they have not experienced a big problem yet, they do have a plan in case absences and illnesses increase.More >>
If your workplace is anything like ours, chances are you know someone who has the flu or maybe it's you. A new Facebook app may not be able to determine who gave you the sniffles but it can help determineMore >>
A new Facebook app may not be able to determine who gave you the sniffles but it can help determine who your sick friends are.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:19:19 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Several roads off Dixie Highway are shut down due to a police situation. According to MetroSafe, around 4:30 p.m. Friday Shively police were dispatched to a home in the 2900 blockMore >>
According to MetroSafe, around 4:30 p.m. Friday Shively police were dispatched to a home in the 2900 block of Dixie Highway.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:10:15 GMT
LAUREL COUNTY, KY (WAVE) – A woman allegedly went to extreme lengths to let out her neighbor's dogs. According to Laurel Sheriff's Senior Sgt Greg Poynter, at 4:50 p.m. Friday deputies received a callMore >>
According to Laurel Sheriff's Senior Sgt Greg Poynter, at 4:50 p.m. Friday deputies received a call a woman had broken into a home on Chaney Ridge Road.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:21:45 GMT
NEW ALBANY, IN – New Albany police said Friday that a mother found dead along with her two young children in a creek in Binford Park in March drowned her two young children and then herself. New AlbanyMore >>
Investigators said Jaime Clutter, 35, suffered from mental illness -- possibly psychosis and postpartum depression -- when she walked her children to Binford Park March 13 and drowned them. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:20:36 GMT
LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The coroner has identified the woman shot and killed in the 3300 block of FernHeather Drive as 48-year-old Gloria Ross. Ross was pronounced dead at 9:39 p.m. Thursday. AccordingMore >>
According to the Jefferson County coroner's office, Gloria Ross, 48, was pronounced dead at 9:39 p.m. Thursday after suffering multiple gunshot wounds in the 3300 block of FernHeather Drive.More >>
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