The swine flu is making its way around the country with symptoms such as fever, sore throat and aches, similar to the seasonal flu. As with the seasonal flu, treatment is available to help make those with the flu more comfortable.
Antiviral Medications
There are two main antiviral medications currently prescribed to treat symptoms of the... Read more
Most people wondering if they have the H1N1 swine flu will be diagnosed by their doctor, based on symptoms rather than a lab test. There are a few reasons testing is not routinely completed:
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is no longer tracking each case of swine flu.
Doctors are familiar with symptoms of the flu... Read more
There is a great deal of information circulating about Swine Flu this year and parents may be confused as to whether their child has swine flu, the seasonal flu or just an upper respiratory infection. Parents may wonder when, or if, they should take their child to the doctor.
The fact is, most cases of swine flu have been mild and haven't... Read more
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