Are you ready for cold and flu season which peaks around late January through February? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes there are groups of people who are more likely to get serious flu-related complications if they get sick with influenza. These groups include:
- Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old
- Adults 65 years of age and older
- Pregnant women (and women up to two weeks postpartum)
- Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities
- Also, American Indians and Alaskan Natives seem to be at higher risk of flu complications
I normally don’t push products unless a post is sponsored (this one is not) but David and I make sure to pack TheraFlu when we travel since we find ourselves getting sick from crowded flights. I invited Dr. Peter Van Zile , Respiratory Specialist for GSK Consumer Healthcare, makers of TheraFlu, to explain the differences between cold and flu symptoms and best ways to protect yourself and your children. For more info on 2016-2016 flu season, statistics and prevention here is the CDC website
Photo: Theraflu.com
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