A jump in the number of people with serious illness caused by group A Streptococcus — also referred to as Streptococcus pyogenes or Strep A — has made headlines recently. There has also been a higher than usual number of deaths from group A Streptococcus infections, including in children, leaving people with questions about why […]
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“My sore throats, you know, are always worse than anybody’s.” So declares Mary to Anne in “Persuasion,” Jane Austen’s 1817 book. Most of us can relate to this feeling. There is no such thing as “just a sore throat.” The pain, headache, fever and aches associated with a sore throat can make you feel terrible. […]
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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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From the risk of frostbite to mental struggles including depression, winter can potentially be a hazard. Here are some of the more common issues you might experience during the colder season, and some tips on how to overcome them…
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Tonsillitis is an infection that causes the tonsils to become inflamed. The symptoms can be painful but the good news is it can be treated. Here’s everything you need to know about tonsillitis!
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Identifying and knowing the symptoms of a sore throat will help you decide whether you need medical treatment, or if you can simply try some home remedies to soothe it and wait it out. Here are 12 things to know if you’re trying to decide whether your throat is simply sore, or if it’s the dreaded strep.
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