Tag: gastroenteritis

I was looking at the website of a charity that helps hospitals and emergency rooms acquire much-needed pediatric-specific emergency equipment. While on the charity’s website I read through some of their patient testimonials. There were so many compelling stories, some with happy endings and some…

Every fall we are faced with the same question: To get the flu shot or not to get the flu shot? There are so many myths surrounding the influenza vaccine that many people grapple with this decision yearly, even people who otherwise get all of their…

First, a disclaimer. The stomach “flu” is not actually the flu or influenza. Influenza is a serious viral illness characterized by fever, chills, body aches and occasionally vomiting or diarrhea. There is a high rate of complications, including pneumonia. When people refer to an ailment…