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It’s That Time of Year Again – Flu Shots!
Both my husband and son get their flu shots every year. They both suffer from asthma so I know how important it is to help protect them from getting the flu. This year my husband visited the walk-in Minute Clinic inside the Rochester Hills CVS drugstore for his flu shot. No appointment is necessary and [...]
‘ Say “Boo!” to the Flu’ Family Friendly Clinics
One of the scariest truths about influenza is that it can kill healthy children of all ages. Parents like Detroit area resident Zack Yaksich know the heartbreak only too well after his 5-year-old daughter died suddenly of influenza complications in 2003. Yaksich created Alana’s Flu Foundation so that other parents can be made aware of the dangers [...]
Say Boo to the Flu
If you’re looking for a fun way to convince your kids (and yourself) to get vaccinated against the flu this year, here is your chance! Families Fighting Flu, Visiting Nurse Associations of America and The Clorox Company have teamed up to help you keep your family protected from the flu. Detroit-area residents are invited to educate (and [...]
Great Advice About How to Prevent the Flu From Dr. OZ
The following advice, given by Dr. Oz, makes a lot of sense and is important for all to know: The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it’s almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is [...]
5 Ways to Avoid the Flu
Avoid Sugar- Sugar decreases your immune function almost immediately, a strong immune system is likely to fight off viruses and other illnesses including the flu. Get Adequate Rest- Regular rest will keep your body strong and ensure the body has strength to fight off potential invaders. Exercise- When you exercise you increase circulation and blood [...]
When to Keep Children Home From School
This is a hard one because we are always told one thing or another about when to do this and when to do that, but today I got these guidelines from my daughters pre-school on when to keep a child home from school and I breath a sigh of relief because now I have some [...]
H1N1 Vaccination
Moms and Dads all over the counrty are asking themselves the same question, “Is it safe to get my child(ren) vaccinated for the H1N1 Virus?” The importance of collecting facts is crucial and here at DetroitMommies, we want to provide you with as much information to aid you in your decision making process. Here is a link to [...]
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