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Halitosis Remedies: 14 Ways to Keep Dragon Breath at Bay

Nov 14, 2018 · Shandley McMurray · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Nobody wants bad breath, and many who have it don’t know they’re afflicted—until they notice that people are standing farther and farther away when they speak. If you've ever suffered from halitosis, you’ll understand how embarrassing this condition can be. Some are so embarrassed they won’t even mention it to … Read More

Frey’s Syndrome: What It Is and How It’s Treated

Nov 12, 2018 · Shandley McMurray · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

A common side-effect of facial surgery on or near the parotid glands, Frey’s Syndrome causes sufferers to sweat profusely while eating certain foods (i.e. lemons). Instead of triggering the mouth to produce saliva, Frey’s Syndrome causes certain areas of the face to sweat when munching on these victuals. While most … Read More

Common Cold and Flu Prevention: 15 Tips to Keep You Healthy

Nov 6, 2018 · Leonaura Rhodes, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Every year, millions of Americans are hit by cold, flu, and other respiratory infections. While the common cold will rarely cause serious complications, the flu and other infections—such as Legionnaire’s, pneumococcus, and mycoplasma—can lead to severe and potentially life-threatening complications, especially in the young, the elderly, and the chronically sick. … Read More

You Don’t Have to Get Sick This Winter: Here’s How to Prevent Colds and Flu

Oct 30, 2018 · Kathleen Jade, ND · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

When I was a student, I used to get sick every Christmas break. I’d make it through the stress of midterm exams in mid-December and be looking forward to a two-week break from school. Then—voila—I’d come down with a nasty cold or the flu and be miserable for a good … Read More

Do Flu Shots Work?

Oct 28, 2018 · Kate Brophy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

If you had the flu vaccine this year, you may be expecting to get through flu season with just the odd sniffle here and there. But that might not be the case. In December, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that flu activity had increased sharply in … Read More

Fall Allergies? Here’s How to Beat Them

Oct 26, 2018 · Shandley McMurray · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

When summer’s hot, sticky days give way to the cool, crisp air of autumn, the refreshing weather should offer relief from your allergies, right? Unfortunately, not. Fall allergies are a thing, and they could be the reason you can’t stop sneezing. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & … Read More

Strep Throat Symptoms in Adults

Oct 21, 2018 · Cindy Foley · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Strep throat symptoms in adults usually mean a visit to a doctor is in order. The organism that causes strep throat symptoms in adults is highly contagious and can lead to a painful sinus infection as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says a person with strep … Read More

How Long Is the Flu Contagious?

Oct 19, 2018 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

If you're among those who, unfortunately, become infected with the influenza virus, the first questions you'll no doubt ask will be “How long will I suffer with symptoms?” and “How long is flu contagious?” According to a national survey conducted in 2013, confusion abounds when it comes to flu facts. … Read More

3 Immune System Supplements to Prevent the Flu

Oct 3, 2018 · UHN Staff · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Do you want to stay flu-free? Are you curious about immune system supplements, wondering if any of the hundreds available are really effective? Many naturopathic and integrative doctors recommend effective, immune system boosters that can be safely taken long-term during the flu season to help lower the likelihood you’ll get … Read More

Eye Strain: Why It Happens and 4 Ways to Relieve It

Sep 13, 2018 · Daniel Pendick · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

You won’t “ruin your eyesight” from reading in dim light—sorry, mom—but you may occasionally experience eye strain when you overtax your vision for prolonged periods. Fortunately, eye strain doesn’t lead to vision loss unless it’s associated with some underlying medical problem. In most cases, you can get to the bottom … Read More

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