Symptoms It starts with a burning sensation in your throat or chest after a large meal. Whether you call it heartburn, acid indigestion or acid reflux, the discomfort occurs when stomach acid or undigested food come back up into your throat, causing irritation of the esophagus and the stomach … [Read more...] about Acid Reflux: Symptoms, Causes, Relief
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Flu Vaccine Facts
When it comes to the flu vaccine, there are decisions to make. As a community healthcare provider, we are often asked questions about flu vaccine effectiveness, when to get the flu vaccine, what ages are affected most by the flu and what are flu vaccine side-effects. The most vulnerable … [Read more...] about Flu Vaccine Facts
How Long Does The Flu Last?
During the flu season, I get asked a lot of questions about this predictable and sometimes deadly disease. Two of the most common questions are how long does the flu last and how long am I contagious. How Long Does The Flu Last? On average, if you come down with the flu, you can expect to … [Read more...] about How Long Does The Flu Last?