It’s not unusual to get a sore throat when cold and flu season strikes, but if your throat feels particularly painful, you may have strep throat. Here are the common signs and causes of strep throat plus a look at how it’s treated and what you can do to prevent catching it!
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Why do we sneeze? It doesn’t only occur when we inhale something strange like pepper or dust, it can happen when we look at a bright light or when we pluck our eyebrows! In this article, we’ll explore the answer to this question and cover some other interesting facts about sneezing…
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An outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza has spread through chicken and turkey flocks in 46 states since it was first detected in Indiana on Feb. 8, 2022. The outbreak is also taking a heavy toll in Canada and Europe. Better known as bird flu, avian influenza is a family of highly contagious viruses that […]
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Common colds are caused by viruses. There are no effective cures, and antibiotics do not work on viruses, so treatment is targeted at managing the symptoms until your immune system has cleared the cold. So why might someone go to a doctor at all for a cold? Well, occasionally a cold might turn into something […]
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Seasonal changes are known to suppress the immune system and increase the likelihood of contracting a variety of infections. Follow along for our roundup of 12 illnesses that are known to peak in the fall, as well as a few tips and tricks to prevent them.
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Germs are microscopic living organisms that have the ability to spread disease. They can be found all around the world and affect us all, so here’s a look into the most common myths about catching and spreading germs, as well as the truth behind them.
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