Cold And Flu
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Children’s ER seeing ‘unprecedented’ patient levels in Winnipeg as feds secure more pain medicationsThe shortage comes as Canada is experiencing what is being called a “triple-demic” of cases of COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and an early onset of the flu season.HealthNov 14
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When is your cold most contagious?No one likes catching a cold.HealthFeb 11, 2019
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Do you have a common cold or the flu? Here are the cold hard factsThe question is, have you been infected by the constantly mutating influenza virus, known as the flu? Or is it one of the 200 strains of the common cold virus?FeaturesFeb 10, 2019
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Got a cold? Here’s how to blow your nose the right wayGrab a tissue.HealthNov 28, 2018
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Can you suffer from two colds at the same time?There are over 100 strains of the common cold virus floating around out there, but does that mean you're able to catch more than one strain at a time?HealthApr 4, 2018
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The difference between the flu, a cold and allergiesDon't rely on mucus colour to tell you if you need medication, one expert says.LifestyleJan 23, 2018
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Respiratory diseases from seasonal flu on the rise worldwide – here’s where Canada standsThe World Health Organization is reporting a rise in respiratory diseases due to the flu around the world. Here's what you need to know.HealthDec 14, 2017
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Got a sore throat? Here’s what you should – and shouldn’t – eat and drinkNo need to go to the drug store, there's relief already in your fridge and cupboards at home.HealthDec 6, 2017
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Free flu shot clinics taking place across MontrealDecember marks the beginning of flu season and with two weeks left Montrealers are preparing.HealthNov 15, 2017
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Nighttime coughing? Here’s what you should and shouldn’t doShould you take cold medicine to suppress your cough? What is the best sleeping position to stop nighttime coughing? Here's what a respirologist has to say.HealthNov 1, 2017
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