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Dr. Sharon Welbel

MD at Cook County Health
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Dr. Welbel is an infectious disease expert and director of infection control and hospital epidemiology at Cook County Health, one of the country's largest public health systems. She is an expert in infectious diseases.

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  • What Are The Side Effects of The Flu Vaccine?

    As health experts expect the upcoming flu season to be the most active since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are wondering what side effects could be expected after getting inoculated against influenza.

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  • Why Kissing Newborns Can Be Risky: Expert Advice
    Dr. Welbel advises against kissing newborns due to their immature immune systems, increasing infection risks like meningitis. The risk is higher if infected saliva contacts mucous membranes. "After 3 months, babies are safer." Avoid kissing their face, hands, and feet. Seek medical help if the baby shows symptoms like high fever, lethargy, or breathing issues.
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  • Of course, just like after any vaccine, someone might feel some effects of the shot a sore arm, low grade fever or fatigue.

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