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COVID-19 symptoms vs. seasonal allergy symptoms Localfeatured COVID-19 and seasonal allergies share many similar symptoms, but there are some key differences between the two. For example, COVID-19 can cause a fever, which is not a common symptom of seasonal allergies. A subset of patients with COVID-19 may complain of not being able to taste or smell, or experience diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms.
By Bobbi Gunn NHCPR Assistant Public Affairs Officer <1 Min Read -
Physiological events: A Fighter pilot’s account Localfeatured Editor’s Note: A former Navy F/A-18 Hornet and Super Hornet pilot who is now a pilot with the Navy Reserve details their experience with physiological events (PEs), symptoms, likely causes, diagnosis and treatment as well as offering advice for fighter pilots.
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Pressure-related PEs: Diagnosis, treatment and prevention Localfeatured By discovering the similarity of symptoms between blast victims with post-concussion syndrome (PCS) and naval aviators who experienced pressure-related physiological events (PRPEs), a Veterans Affairs physician and the Navy Medicine’s Aeromedical Action Team’s (AMAT) aerospace medicine specialist developed a treatment plan to evaluate and rehabilitate aircrew.
By Andrea Watters Editor in Chief of Naval Aviation News 5 Min Read -
Check off the flu shot from your 2020 to-do list Localfeatured With the world enmeshed in a global pandemic, getting this year’s seasonal flu shot may be more important than ever.
By Donna Cipolloni NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs 2 Min Read -
Navy updates guidance to combat COVID-19 LocalThe Navy issued COVID-19 Standardized Operational Guidance (SOG) Version 3.1 to combat the coronavirus pandemic with NAVADMIN 298/20 Nov. 4.
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Flu vaccine essential during COVID-19 pandemic LocalFlu season is coming. In the United States, flu season usually starts in the fall and lasts through the winter. While influenza viruses circulate year-round, most flu activity peaks between December and February, but can last as late as May.
By Macy Hinds Naval Health Clinic Hawaii 2 Min Read -
The heat is on, stay cool LocalIn the last five years, the U.S. Navy has recorded 698 instances of heat stress, two of which were fatal. Working or playing in hot weather can lead to illness or death if you’re not prepared.
By Susanne Greene Naval Safety Center Public Affairs 1 Min Read -
A peek behind the curtain: Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSDNewsPost-traumatic stress disorder can be debilitating, but there are therapies that can reduce symptoms, improve quality of life, and help Airmen return to duty. By Shireen Bedi Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs 2 Min Read -
Brain Injury: Know the SignsFeaturesNational Brain Injury Awareness Month is a time to recognize the millions of Americans living with traumatic brain injury (TBI)-related disabilities. By Yan Kennon, Public Affairs Senior Writer, Naval Hospital Jacksonville 1 Min Read -
Colds and Flu: I'm sick, what should I do?NewsIt’s that time of year, when colds and influenza spread across the country, bringing discomfort to many. And the flu is peaking earlier this year than usual, with widespread cases reported in every state across the continental U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. From Naval Hospital Jacksonville Public Affairs 3 Min Read