Patients with asthma should get an annual flu vaccine, and they should receive the vaccination against pneumococcal pneumonia at least once. [For more information, see In-Depth Report #94: Colds and influenza.]
Patients with asthma and chronic allergic rhinitis may need to take medications daily. Patients with severe seasonal allergies may need to start medications a few weeks before the pollen season, and to continue medicine...
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As long as there have been illnesses there have been “natural remedies” reported to cure them. This is also the case with Acid Reflux... Read more »
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Dr. Todd Eisner answers some questions readers have posted in the last few weeks. Find new information on natural remedies for heartburn,... Read more »
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Natural RemediesHerbs and SupplementsGenerally, manufacturers of herbal remedies and dietary supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their... Read more »
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Q: What is Zicam and how does it work?A: Zicam is an over-the-counter product that contains zinc and is used to reduce both the duration and the... Read more »