Seasonal Flu and Colds

We are seeing a spike in respiratory illness, especially in children, and receiving a high volume of calls for appointments. Most people with respiratory symptoms – whether from flu, COVID, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), or other infections – will recover on their own and do not require prescription medication. We recommend patients self-isolate and rest, drink plenty of fluids and take analgesics (as needed) for headaches or muscle aches until they are better. Cold and flu symptoms may last 2 weeks and can fluctuate during that time. 

Please see the information below to help you understand what you can do at home, when you should call our office, and when you need to go to the emergency room. 

Babies younger than 6 months should see a doctor when they have a fever.

Babies younger than 3 months should be seen urgently in the closest emergency room.

As a parent or guardian, you know your child best. If you feel your child needs to be seen by a family physician please reach out for help.

Some more helpful resources:

• Antibiotics for ear infections in children: when you need them and when you don't 
• Navigating Colds, Flu and Kids