Health Female: Is It Strep? How to Tell

Monday, February 8, 2010

Is It Strep? How to Tell

Monday, February 8, 2010

In This Issue:

  • Swine Flu: The Numbers Are Staggering
  • Call in Sick or Go to Work?
  • Let Your Immune System Do Its Job!

Is It Strep?
How to Tell
We all know that scratchy feeling in the
back of the throat. It may be simply
due to winter air. Or it could be strep.
Also See:
  • Causes, Symptoms of Pneumonia
  • Colds: Are Men Hit Harder?
  • How to Spot a Sinus Infection

Health News & Features

Swine Flu Down, Not Out
According to the CDC, swine flu is no longer widespread in any state
but it's certainly not over.
Also See:
• Sinus Issues? Get Personalized Advice
• Make Over Your Medicine Cabinet

Call in Sick or Go to Work?
You wake up feeling achy, sniffly, and feverish. Should you take a sick day or tough it out at the office? Consult this checklist.
Also See:
• What Is CAPS Syndrome?

• Constantly Ill? Get the Facts About Depression

Common Cold Questions Answered

Let Your Immune System Do Its Job!
Rod Moser, PA, PhD, explains why it's better to let a virus run its course
than to ask for antibiotics.

WebMD expert Rod Moser, PA, PhD, answers your questions on his
All Ears blog.

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