What is Flurona and why is everyone talking about it?

In these troubled times, the last thing we need is another super couple, but here we are. Despite the alarming headlines and the emergence of another disease, there is no need to panic.

Flurona is simply a co-infection of the flu and coronavirus. It is also nothing new; it’s been around since the beginning of the pandemic. As the name suggests, flurona occurs when a person is infected with both the flu and the coronavirus, or when both infections occur in sequence.

Given the rapid spread of Omicron and our current penchant for following every uptick in the pandemic, it makes sense that the term Flurona gets a lot of attention. Here’s what you should know about it.

What is its effect?

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Two infections are definitely worse than one. Flurona is unlikely, but if it did occur people would experience symptoms from both, with the co-infection putting more stress on your immune system. According to a meta-analysis, people who tested positive for another infection while coping with COVID-19 had worse results. Unsurprisingly, treatment for symptoms other than those caused by COVID-19 is not ideal.

Don’t stress yourself too much

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Flurona is not a new disease to watch out for; it is simply the synchronization of this co-infection. Because both infections come from different families, they are unlikely to transform and spawn a whole new disease. While it is possible – especially at this time of year when the flu season is in full swing – it is very unlikely that you will get both infections at the same time, especially if you are relatively careful, wear face masks, and wash your hands frequently. Cold, COVID or the flu? Here are some key differences that you should be aware of

In summary

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