Now more than ever, it’s important to get your annual flu vaccine.
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Carroll Hospital Health Chat: Flu Vaccine
On this week’s Carroll Hospital Health Chat, Carroll Health Group Primary Care physician Lucas Couch, D.O., discusses the importance of the flu vaccine.
Listen to the Carroll Hospital Health Chat live every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. on WTTR AM 1470/102.3 FM!
Carroll Hospital Health Chat: Child Vaccinations
On this week’s Carroll Hospital Health Chat, Cynthia Roldan, M.D., chief of pediatrics, discusses the importance of child immunizations.
Listen to the Carroll Hospital Health Chat live every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. on WTTR 1470 AM/102.3 FM!
Care Bravely Compassion Fund
We have established the Care Bravely Compassion Fund to allow our community to help take care of the caregivers—the nurses, physicians and front-line staff.
Get Your Flu Shot After October 1
The flu is a contagious illness caused by flu viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs. EVERYONE is at risk for getting the flu! The best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each year. The flu season can last into the spring, so getting your flu shot after October 1 gives you the best protection for the whole season.
Medical Misconceptions: Sun Protection
Each month we set the facts straight regarding a popular health and wellness myth.
This month’s misconception: Sun protection practices
Today is the first day of summer and, for many, it’s a season filled with outdoor activities. Whether you’re heading to the shore or staying close to home, sun protection is vital for outdoor summer fun. This month, we’re clarifying four sun protection myths:
Medical Misconception: Getting the Flu Shot Causes the Flu
Each month, we weigh in on a health and wellness myth and explain the real cause behind the malady.
This month’s misconception: Getting a flu shot causes the flu