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Essential Facts About Norovirus

January 22, 2020

If you've ever had a "stomach bug," chances are you had norovirus. Learn more details on transmission, treatment, and prevention.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: antibiotics, diarrhea, dizziness, nausea, Severe dehydration, stomach pain, vomiting
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Do You Know the Facts About Antibiotics?

January 29, 2019

Antibiotics are so commonly used to treat illnesses now, you hardly think twice when your doctor writes you a prescription for your sinus infection. But do you really have all the facts about antibiotics?Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: antibiotics
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MRSA Infections: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment

June 13, 2017

While some MRSA infections can be serious, you can take steps to keep yourself safe. Learn more about MRSA, including symptoms and treatment.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: antibiotics, infection, MRSA
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What Is C. Difficile? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

February 21, 2017

C. Difficile is one of thousands of micro-organisms that live within your intestines. If it grows to excess, it can cause illness, including diarrhea.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: antibiotics, c. difficile, infection, infectious conditions, nausea
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How to Treat a Sinus Infection (Sinusitis) at Home

April 17, 2016

A sinus infection usually clears up on its own in about 2 weeks with at-home treatment. Find out what you can do to relieve your sinusitis symptoms.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat

Categorized as: Family Health

Tagged with: antibiotics, Chronic sinusitis, common cold, nasal avities, runny nose, sinus infection, sinus surgery, sinusitis
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How to Reduce the Side Effects of Antibiotics

January 8, 2016

Antibiotics can kill the bacteria responsible for many kinds of infections but come with many side effects. Learn how to reduce them and get healthy fast.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: antibiotics, bacteria, diarrhea, infection, probiotic, side effects
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Home Remedies for Sore Throats

December 7, 2014

Need to know how to get rid of a sore throat? Soothe a scratchy throat with home remedies like salt water gargle, tea, apple cider & more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: American Medical Association, antibiotics, cayenne pepper, chicken noodle soup, chicken soup, fever, gargle, herbal tea, home remedies, honey, medicine, natural remedies, Popsicle, saltwater gargle, sore throat, sore throats, swallow, swallowing
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Urinary Tract Infections

November 24, 2013

Learn more about the signs and symptoms of a urinary tract infection, how you can prevent one from occurring, and how you should treat one if it does.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

Tagged with: antibiotics, bladder, bladder infection, cystitis, kidney, kidney infection, primary care doctor, ureters, urethra, urethritis, urgent care physician, urinary tract, urinary tract infection, urination, urine, urologist, urology, UTI, vaginitis