If you’re scouring the shelves at your local pharmacy for something to beat the coughing, sneezing, and overall icky feeling that’s synonymous with being sick, you’re not alone. On average, adults experience two to three colds per year and children contract even more. There are several respiratory viruses that develop into a cold, but Rhinovirus is the most common. However, its close cousin, Influenza (better known as the Flu) shares many of the same symptoms. It’s important to pay close Read More
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What is the difference between the flu and a regular cold?
If you’re scouring the shelves at your local pharmacy for something to beat the coughing, sneezing, and overall icky feeling that’s synonymous with being sick, you’re not alone. On average, adults experience two to three colds per year and children contract even more. There are several respiratory viruses that develop into a cold, but Rhinovirus is the most common. However, its close cousin, Influenza (better known as the Flu) shares many of the same symptoms. It’s important to pay close Read More
My child has a fever: when is it time to see a doctor?
Fretting over the Fever: Does Your Child Require Medical Attention? We’ve all been there; it’s the wee hours of the evening, and your little one is up with a high fever (and a bevy of other symptoms). To avoid being labeled a “helicopter” parent, many consider whether the incident is worthy of a call to the doctor or even a trip to the ER – or if it’s just a fleeting temperature change that will pass with the right OTC meds and some rest. Luckily, there are some helpful rules of thumb to calm Read More
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