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Beware Norovirus, Coffee Cup Lids and Dirty Mone…
The most recent update from the CDC (March 7, 2024) reveals norovirus on the rise across the four regions of the US: Southern, Northeastern, Midwestern and Western Census Regions. The Northeast seems …
How Can You Avoid Norovirus 2024?
Norovirus is nasty! You do not want to catch this "stomach flu." It is also called "winter vomiting bug" and "cruise ship virus." This pathogen is incredibly contagious and is circulating far and wide…
The Inside Story of Tamiflu Side Effects & …
One of the most familiar drugs for fighting influenza is Tamiflu (oseltamivir). Some people think it's great. They believe it helps prevent family members from catching the flu when one person is sick…
Aromatherapy | Can a Sniff of Alcohol Relieve Na…
Have you ever experienced nausea? Who hasn’t? It’s a terrible feeling. It can be brought on by vertigo or medications. Cancer chemotherapy drugs are notorious for triggering unrelenting nausea and…
Will Sniffing Alcohol Ease Nausea After Surgery?
Most of the time when we learn about an unusual home remedy, we have no idea how or even whether it works. So we were thrilled last year when we came across an actual placebo-controlled trial of sniff…
Show 1179: What Should You Do About Digestive Di…
Have you ever had horrible heartburn or a really bad bellyache? Most of us have experienced digestive distress at one time or another. When do you need to seek medical attention for your problem? What…
Should You Worry About Germs on Your Coffee Cup …
Do you pay attention when you visit your local coffee shop? Can you observe the person who fills your mug or places the lid on your paper cup? Does that person wear disposable gloves? We are constantl…
Peppermint Oil for Digestive Woes (IBS) vs. Side…
Q. I've heard that taking enteric-coated peppermint oil can help IBS. My worst symptoms are stomach cramps and flatulence, but I'm reluctant to eat out or travel. Some of my friendships have suffered.…
Outbreaks on Cruise Liners Offer Lessons for Hos…
We asked readers the question, "Are You Concerned about Coffee Cup Contamination?" This was in response to a query by a visitor to this website who worried about catching a cold or the flu because the…