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 >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:53:51 GMT
Family, friends and fellow officers said goodbye to Deputy Alton Creech Tuesday morning. A funeral was held at First Baptist Church on Walton Way. Deputy Creech crashed his motorcycle on I-20, lastMore >>
Hundreds attend the funeral of Deputy Allen Creech.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:51 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:51:46 GMT
Carole Timmerman lives on Ferree Place in Graniteville and after a severe storm rolled through Aiken County Tuesday, she had to watch where she stepped. "It's horrible, it's so dangerous," said TimmermanMore >>
Aiken County Emergency Management officials say there were wind gusts up to 80 miles per hour. The strong winds uprooted trees, caused power lines to fall and tore into homes. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:30:22 GMT
Patrons may lose a popular shopping area in Aiken. The Aiken Mall has been foreclosed after the owner stopped making payments on the interest of the property in April.The Aiken County clerk of courts sayMore >>
Patrons may lose a popular shopping area in Aiken. The Aiken Mall has been foreclosed after the owner stopped making payments on the interest of the property in April.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:22:03 GMT
Two months since an EF1 tornado touched down in Gibson, residents in its path are still cleaning up the destruction left behind. "It just picked up trees from out of the ground, roots and all, and justMore >>
Two months since an EF1 tornado touched down in Gibson, residents in its path are still cleaning up the destruction left behind.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:11:48 GMT
Aiken County deputies say they searched with New Ellenton police officers for two armed men who shot dogs on Sizemore Avenue on Saturday night. Aiken County deputies say they started searching for the suspectsMore >>
A second suspect, a 17 year old, was arrested just before 10pm Monday. He was taken to the Aiken County Jail.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:48 AM EDT2013-05-21 08:48:13 GMT
Jack Holt and Ashley Thompson are waiting to be extradited from Aiken to the Columbia County Detention Center. Sunday morning, Neighbors in Grovetown said they saw Holt walk into an open garage to stealMore >>
Investigators said they're waiting for Jack Holt and Ashley Thompson to be extradited from Aiken to the Columbia County Detention Center.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:07:26 GMT
What's left of a car lays crumpled beside Highway 17 in Thomson. Blood stains the seats and the rearview mirror and a hubcap were thrown about 20 feet away from the car when it collided with an 18 wheeler.More >>
What's left of a car lays crumpled beside Highway 17 in Thomson. Blood stains the seats and the rearview mirror and a hubcap were thrown about 20 feet away from the car when it collided with an 18 wheeler.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:39:29 GMT
A truck carrying granulated ammonium nitrate is on fire near Highway 39 and Rose Bud Lane in Chappells, SC, according to the Newberry County Sheriff's Office. Residents within a mile radius are being toldMore >>
A truck carrying granulated ammonium nitrate is on fire near Highway 39 and Rose Bud Lane in Chappells, SC, according to the Newberry County Sheriff's Office.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:09:50 GMT
The Sam's Club in Aiken opened its hiring center Monday morning. The new Sam's Club on Jefferson Davis Highway is set to open this fall. The store is looking to fill nearly 200 full-time and part-timeMore >>
The Sam's Club in Aiken opened its hiring center Monday morning. The new Sam's Club on Jefferson Davis Highway is set to open this fall. The store is looking to fill nearly 200 full-time and part-time positions. Club Manager Gerald they've already had 100 applicants before 11 a.m.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:49:35 GMT
Two people are in the hospital after their motorcycle crashed while police were chasing them.South Carolina Highway patrol said the chase started just after 2 a.m. Monday. They said the motorcycle driverMore >>
Two people are in the hospital after their motorcycle crashed while police were chasing them.More >>
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