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, by Tatianna Gerard Man Flu: Myth, Mockery, or Medical Truth?
“Man flu” – the phrase that launched a thousand eye rolls. We all know the drill. A man comes down with a cold — a...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Why We’re Using SAN-AIR to Eliminate Influenza A (H1N1) This Season
When cold and flu season hits, most of us instinctively reach for the hand sanitiser. It’s a quick, convenient way to keep germs at bay—especially...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Can RSV Impact Your Baby During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy comes with a whirlwind of emotions, from excitement to concern—especially when it comes to protecting your baby’s health. Among the many viruses circulating, respiratory...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Flu Vaccine in Australia: How, When & Why to Get Vaccinated
With the ongoing presence of respiratory illnesses, it’s not always easy to tell whether you’re coming down with Influenza A, Influenza B, or even COVID-19....
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, by Tatianna Gerard H5N1 Bird Flu & Your Travel Plans: What You Need to Know
With new mutations of the H5N1 bird flu virus making headlines globally, including a recent genomic analysis from Canada, including in Vietnam highlighting concerning changes,...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Sun, Sand & Sickness: Why Holidays Can Take a Toll on Your Health
Ah, the holidays in Australia! Sun, surf, barbecues, and the unmistakable joy of winding down with loved ones—it’s the most wonderful time of the year....
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, by Aussie Pharma Direct 10 Tips to Quickly Recover from the Flu
Flu season is upon us, and it's not uncommon to hear sniffles, see people with tissues in hand, or notice a general sense of malaise...
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, by Aussie Pharma Direct Why Rapid Antigen Tests Are Vital in Managing COVID-19 and Flu Outbreaks
With a concerning spike in cases and hospitalisations unfolding in Australia due to the emergence of the new subvariant JN.1, the urgency of understanding and...
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, by AussiePharmaDirect Influenza 101: Everything You Need to Know About Influenza
The impact of influenza on the world is significant and multifaceted. Seasonal influenza outbreaks result in substantial illness, hospitalisations, and deaths globally. In severe cases,...
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, by AussiePharmaDirect Can You Get Influenza A Twice?
Notably, influenza A viruses have been associated with significant pandemics that have had far-reaching consequences. The most well-known example is the 1918 influenza pandemic, often...
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, by AussiePharmaDirect Is it Flu or COVID? How to Know the Symptoms
The flu season is a period marked by increased cases of influenza, a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. It is that time...
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, by AussiePharmaDirect Understanding Influenza B: The Lesser Known Virus
Influenza, or simply “the flu”, is a common respiratory illness that can be found worldwide. There are four types of influenza viruses: Influenza A, Influenza...
