Published: November 16, 2009
With the winter season gearing up to full swing, you may be wondering how you can help prevent the seemingly inevitable cold bug. Fortunately, there may be an easier way. Scientists are saying that some people – those who are deficient in Vitamin D – are more susceptible than others when it comes to getting the sniffles. Could you be one of them? Keep reading to learn more about this new discovery . . .
Published: November 12, 2009
Dr. Mehmet Oz is arguably one of the most well-known doctors in the United States. He is the Vice-Chair and Professor of Surgery at Columbia University and a popular talk-show host. Dr. Oz has become a household name in the USA. And while Dr. Oz advocates many of the practices of conventional medicine, he has a differing opinion of the recently-developed swine flu vaccine. Keep reading to find out why you and your loved ones should think twice before getting this vaccine.
Published: November 05, 2009
Twenty-one children’s and infant’s Tylenol products that were manufactured between April 2008 and June 2008 are being recalled as a safety measure to prevent potential contamination. Keep reading for more information on these potentially harmful children’s products and how you can keep your child safe.
Published: October 29, 2009
If you’re worried about the upcoming flu season, and perhaps even more critical the potential swine flu pandemic, then you may be reaching for popular medicines such as Tamiflu. But is that option really safe? Especially when it comes to your children? Keep reading to find out what researchers are saying about this popular flu “remedy.”
Published: October 12, 2009
With the Swine Flu predicted to be a major concern this coming Fall and Winter, and as the numbers of people infected with the Swine Flu continue to rise, it’s important to know the symptoms of the Swine Flu and for you to be able to asses your risk. However, please bear in mind that the symptoms of human seasonal flu and Swine Flu are almost identical, so it is important not to get too alarmed if you are displaying flu symptoms as they are most likely to be caused by human seasonal flu. But, you should always contact your doctor or healthcare provider if you suspect you have any type of flu and fall into the “at-risk” categories listed below.
Published: September 28, 2009
If you think you’re getting an accurate answer from a rapid swine flu test, you may be putting your health at risk. A recent review of the rapid tests revealed that they are not completely accurate and actually miss many cases of the potentially deadly infection. Keep reading to find out how you can protect yourself and your family from a mistaken diagnosis.
Published: September 24, 2009
With the cold and flu season around the corner, some good old tips that our mama has taught us do really work. That is, the most invaluable immune booster for your body is a healthy 8-9 hour sleep every night. Also, we should all eat a healthy small breakfast within 30 minutes of awakening. I like taking my customized multivitamin at that time as well. The concept of customized multivitamin makes a lot more sense to me than a "one size fits all" kind of approach.
Published: July 15, 2009
The following Swine Flu Symptoms Checker should not be used as a replacement for medical advice. Please consult with a doctor if you are experiencing any of the Swine Flu symptoms below.
Published: June 29, 2009
The flu treatment Tamiflu may no longer be effective against all strains of the H1N1 Swine Flu virus. A Danish citizen who had already recieved doses of Tamiflu developed flu-like symptoms that eventually led the person to the Statens Serum Institute, where they were treated for swine flu; reports from the institute state that the person has recovered and is in good health.
Published: June 16, 2009
Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel and related products have been allegedly linked to permanent damage to the sense of smell. The FDA says about 130 consumers have reported a loss of smell after using Zicam products since 1999.
