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Can a Flu Shot Affect the Risk of Alzheimer's?

Study Shows Connection High-Dose Flu Vaccine Linked to 20 Percent Lower Alzheimer's Risk

Connection discovered: High-dose flu vaccination may reduce Alzheimer's risk. FITBOOK looks at what's behind it.

Three pathogens are currently causing numerous infections in Germany.

Infection Wave Rises These Three Pathogens Are Currently Making Germany Sick

In Germany, certain pathogens are currently causing a significant increase in acute respiratory infections.

Left, the coronavirus; right, the flu virus.

WHO Guidelines What Is the Difference Between COVID-19 and the Flu?

Influenza or a COVID-19 infection? Here’s how to tell the difference between the flu and COVID-19—and their similarities.