cold and flu
Do I Need an Antibiotic? Bacterial vs. Viral Infections

Do I Need an Antibiotic? Bacterial vs. Viral Infections

Bacteria vs virus – learn the difference and treatment options Think a good dose of antibiotics will knock that cold, flu or COVID-19 out of you? Think again. Antibiotics, if prescribed and taken correctly, usually can kill bacteria but are useless against viruses...

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Children’s Fevers: When to Go to the Doctor

Children’s Fevers: When to Go to the Doctor

Does that high temperature require a visit to the doctor? Here's how to tell. In the midst of cold and flu season, it’s not uncommon to wonder whether your child’s fever requires a trip  to your pediatrician or family practitioner. Many parents ask themselves, when...

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Top 5 Myths About the Common Cold

Top 5 Myths About the Common Cold

Can chicken soup cure a cold? We’ve debunked five myths about the common cold, from how they’re spread to the secret behind hand sanitizer. The air is crisp and the nights are cold. But will going outside with wet hair increase your chances of catching a cold? We’ve...

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