Cold, Flu, COVID. We are here to help.
Viral Respiratory Infections
Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are most commonly caused by viruses. Influenza (“the flu”), COVID-19, and a “cold” are examples of RTIs. Often, they can be managed with supportive care at home, and don’t require a doctor’s visit. Antibiotics will not work for a viral infection, but there are many things that can be done to help symptoms.
The most common symptoms with RTIs are runny nose, cough, sore throat, ear pain, fever/chills, body aches, and fatigue.
Certain medical conditions can increase your risk of developing complications or more severe symptoms. If you have any of these conditions, please call your CVFP health team so they can review your personal risk and make a plan to care for you safely:
Lung conditions: asthma, COPD, emphysema
Heart conditions: recent heart attack, valvular heart disease, unstable coronary artery disease or congestive heart failure
Diabetes
Immune compromised due to medical conditions, or on immune suppressant medications
If you have any of these symptoms, please call your CVFP health team immediately or seek urgent medical attention through ER or Urgent Care if severe:
Altered mental state (confusion, disoriented)
Difficulty breathing or feeling shortness of breath
Acute chest pain
Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, no/little tears, less urine)
Severe headache
Swelling around your eyes
Changes in vision
Weakness/numbness in your body
For more information on how to manage your Cold/Flu/COVID symptoms at home or when to seek help, download our Adult/Paediatric and COVID-19 health tools.
Learn more about this season’s vaccination programs for COVID-19 and Influenza (flu)
“Vaccines protect you and others too. Crowfoot Village Family Practice supports vaccination as an important part of community health.”
Seasonal Immunization
Influenza (flu), COVID-19, and RSV vaccines are now available for eligible Albertans. You can also pre-order your vaccine(s) for next season. To book appointments, click on the button below
Clinic Process
It’s always our priority to keep staff and patients safe, while also ensuring we align our precautions with the latest evidence and guidance. Please note the following:
When arriving at CVFP for a scheduled appointment, our reception team will complete an illness screening at check-in. Patients with respiratory (e.g. cold/flu/COVID) or gastrointestinal (e.g. nausea/vomiting/diarrhea) symptoms or a new rash will be offered a medical mask to wear.