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How To Treat Flu Symptoms?
Treating sore throat
Offer the person:
* Acetaminophen or ibuprofen for the pain
* Ice chips or frozen ice pops to numb the throat and get fluids into the body
Some people find gargling with salt water helps soothe a sore throat.
* Mix 1 cup of warm water with 1 teaspoon of salt.
* Gargle and then spit out.
Treating chills, aches, and pain
Offer the person:
* A light blanket for chills
* Acetaminophen or ibuprofen for aches and pain. Make sure to read the label...
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