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Chronic stress and high stress levels can cause illness or flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cold, nausea, and body aches. Managing stress may help resolve these symptoms. Influenza, commonly called ...

The mental health toll of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased awareness about just how important emotional wellness is — and how easily it can suffer during times of sustained stress. As ...