Is it Strep Throat? How to Tell and When to be Seen

Is it Strep Throat? How to Tell and When to be Seen

Strep throat is a type of sore throat that is more common in children vs adults. Healthcare professionals can do a quick test to determine if a sore throat is strep throat and decide if antibiotics are needed. Proper treatment can help you feel better faster and...
Is it the Flu or a Sinus Infection?

Is it the Flu or a Sinus Infection?

Approximately 5-20% of the United States’ population gets sick with the flu each year, while millions of others in the country are diagnosed with sinus infections. Both diseases have similar symptoms, making it difficult to tell the difference between the two until...

Does My Child Have a Cold or Allergies?

If your child is coughing, sneezing and has a runny nose for several weeks, but doesn’t have ever a fever and otherwise seems well, does he/she have a cold or could it be allergies? If you’re more likely to think allergies in the spring and a cold during...