Recent Blogs at AdventHealth Central Texas

  • Woman on a Virtual Visit call on a tablet with a doctor while at home.
    Health Care

    9 Reasons To Do a Video Visit if You're Sick

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    With worsening symptoms that don’t seem life-threatening, the best thing to do is call your primary care physician first. With a phone call or virtual visit, your doctor can advise you on what to do...

  • A mother and daughter smiling while outdoors.
    Health Care

    It’s Not Your Imagination — Here’s Why Colder Weather Brings Illness

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    Experts at AdventHealth explain the differences between the main types of winter illnesses and what to do if you suspect one.

  • A woman getting her annual flu shot.
    Health Care

    Top 3 Flu Prevention Tips

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    Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses, like flu, this fall and winter is more important than ever. 

  • A woman laying in bed with the flu, water and medicine on her nightstand.
    Health Care

    Flu Fact or Fiction?

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    Flu season is upon us and there are many rumors circulating about the flu vaccine, including that the vaccine can actually cause this flu. This, and other flu myths, are discussed here.

  • A mom comforts her son while he's sneezing at home.
    Public Health

    Go to School or Stay Home: Your Guide to Colds, Coughs and Flu

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    Wondering whether you should send your child to school or keep them home? Here are tips from AdventHealth to help you decide.