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S o, it turns out that thermometers are, like,  really effective. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that it is the most effective way to determine if someone has a fever. However, sometimes life happens, and that little device disappears from its usual perch in your junk drawer (ahem, just me?). Even though a thermometer is the best way to measure body temperature, you aren't SOL if you don't have one nearby. There are a few ways to assess whether or not you have a fever without a thermometer. So we asked experts to break down body temperature basics, discuss whether the 'hand-on-forehead' trick works, and share the best way to check for a fever without a thermometer. First things first, 98.6º F has long been the standard guideline for a healthy body temperature, but average body temperature can actually range between 97º F (36.1º C) and 99º F (37.2º C), according to the Mayo Clinic. In fact, a fever is a rise in body temperature at...

We've officially entered the season of sore throats and stuffy noses. Cooler weather typically arrives hand in hand with an increase in common respiratory ailments. Assuming COVID-19 has been ruled out as a cause of your child's symptoms, we've turned to Dr. Jeremy Friedman, associate paediatrician-in-chief at The Hospital for Sick Children, to help decipher what might be causing those sniffles and to advise when it's time to check in with your health-care provider. RSV/BRONCHIOLITIS I've been hearing a lot about RSV — what is it? Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is one of the respiratory viruses we see predominantly in winter. Its claim to fame, in pediatrics anyway, is that it's the most common cause of bronchiolitis, which occurs exclusively in children under two. In most cases, RSV presents just like a cold. But in a percentage of children — particularly those under a year — RSV gets into the lungs and causes swelling of small breathing tubes called bron...

Stomach flu is an infection of the stomach and intestines, whereas influenza (flu) is a respiratory infection of the throat, nose, and sometimes lungs. Stomach flu is typically due to a virus, but it can also be the result of bacteria. The condition is different from food poisoning and can cause abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Influenza infections cause flu symptoms that include a sore throat, runny nose, and body aches. Keep reading to learn more about the similarities and differences between stomach flu and influenza. Stomach flu is an infection in the intestines and stomach. Doctors refer to it as viral gastroenteritis . It can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and nausea or vomiting. Although some people may refer to viral gastroenteritis as stomach flu, the viruses that cause influenza are different from those causing gastroenteritis. People may develop stomach flu symptoms rapidly, but they typically last less than a week . Influenza is a respiratory viral infection th...

Body chills are commonly caused by cold external temperatures, or changing internal temperatures, such as when you have a fever.  When you have chills without a fever, causes may include low blood sugar, anxiety or fear, or intense physical exercise.  To get rid of chills, you'll need to treat the root cause, such as taking fever-reducing medications or boosting blood sugar levels.  This article was medically reviewed by Jason R. McKnight, MD, MS, a family medicine physician and clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine.  This story is part of Insider's guide to Fever.  Chills can be caused by cold external temperatures, a fever or changing internal temperatures, and other medical conditions like hypoglycemia or anxiety.  They are often accompanied by shiverin...

Coughing is a routine bodily function, but when it lasts for an extended time, it can get in the way of everyday life and be worrying. A chronic cough can be wet and produce phlegm or dry and tickle the throat. A chronic cough is when a cough lasts longer than 8 weeks in adults or 4 weeks in children. Common causes include asthma, allergies, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or bronchitis. Less commonly, it can be a sign of a more severe condition, such as a heart cough or lung disease. In this article, we take a close look at the causes and symptoms of a chronic cough, ways to treat it, and when to see a doctor. A variety of factors can cause a chronic cough. Sometimes, more than one factor may be responsible. Common causes Share on Pinterest When an adult has a cough that persists for more than 8 weeks, it is considered a chronic cough. Some of the more common causes of chronic cough include: Asthma . Asthma occurs when a person's upper airways are especially sensitive to c...

Once a common sight on drugstore shelves, Primatene Mist disappeared from the market in 2011 and recently re-emerged with a new formulation. If you're wondering what Primatene Mist is, how it works, who it's meant for, and the reason for its absence and return, read on. Primatene Mist is an over-the-counter asthma inhaler. Although inhalers are typically prescription-only, Primatene can be obtained at many drugstores and offers fast relief of mild asthma symptoms. Primatene Mist has been available for over 50 years. In 2011, Primatene Mist was taken off the market due to its use of chlorofluorocarbons — CFCs, which for many years were used as propellants in sprays and mists like hairspray. They're harmless on earth, but since they're lighter than air, they float up into the atmosphere once released. Once they reach the upper atmosphere, they can damage the ozone layer and contribute to climate change. CFCs began to be phased out of consumer products in the late 1980s. S...

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As the weather starts to cool down, doctors are seeing their practices start to fill up. "We have seen a number of individuals, kids more as they go back to school, that they're coming in with a runny nose, sneezing, and slight cough," said pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Daisy Dodd with Kaiser Permanente. Most COVID-19 tests turn out to be negative. Dodd explained it's difficult for parents to tell the difference between the cold, flu and coronavirus. The first piece of advice is to simply be patient. READ ALSO | US gears up in case of bad flu season on top of COVID crisis; Health experts urge shots "That first day or two, if you have the capacity to stay at home, do so," she said. COVID tests can't detect the virus until it replicates for about three days, so wait to get tested and call your doctor instead. Dodd said she knows it's the common cold when her patients tell her, "I don't feel good, doctor, but I still can go to sc...

Nov. 10, 2021 -- The flu shot is far less effective than the COVID-19 vaccines, causes more side effects, and targets an infectious disease that most people survive, with the flu killing only a fraction of those who die from coronavirus. So should you even bother getting a flu shot this year? Health experts say the short answer is yes. They point to three key reasons federal health authorities recommend the flu shot for everyone 6 months old and older: The vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself and others from the flu, which kills an average of 36,000 Americans every year, and flu-related complications. Side effects from the shot are very rare and typically mild-- primarily soreness where the needle went into your skin, headache, fever, nausea, muscle aches, and fatigue. With COVID-19 expected to surge in coming weeks as Americans travel and gather for the winter holidays, this is not the year to risk becoming hospitalized for the flu or other preventable diseases. ...

Having a cough under any circumstances is certainly frustrating. After all, a cough can range from irritating to uncomfortable, and it can also alarm the people around you.  Why are you coughing in the first place? On a very basic level, coughing is a way to clear your airway. "It's a reflex and protective response to any irritant in those areas—either mucus, dust, saliva, or even food," says Nina L. Shapiro, M.D., an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor) and professor of head and neck surgery at the UCLA School of Medicine. If you have a cough that's lingering or develop a sudden severe cough with difficulty breathing, wheezing, or a sudden loss of voice, Shapiro says you need to see a doctor "right away."  But, if you're just dealing with a regular cough, you can try at-home solutions to try to get relief. It can also be helpful to work with your medical provider to determine if your cough is related to allergies, asthma, a ...

Editor's note: Find the latest COVID-19 news and guidance in Medscape's Coronavirus Resource Center. A French population-based study provides further evidence that the BNT162b2 Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA COVID-19 vaccine does not increase the short-term risk for serious cardiovascular adverse events in older people. The study showed no increased risk of myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, or pulmonary embolism (PE) following vaccination in adults aged 75 years or older in the 14 days following vaccination. "These findings regarding the BNT162b2 vaccine's short-term cardiovascular safety profile in older people are reassuring. They should be taken into account by doctors when considering implementing a third dose of the vaccine in older people," Marie Joelle Jabagi, PharmD, PhD, with the French National Agency for Medicines and Health Products Safety, Saint-Denis, France, told theheart.org | Medscape Cardiology . ...

We've officially entered the season of sore throats and stuffy noses. Cooler weather typically arrives hand in hand with an increase in common respiratory ailments. Assuming COVID-19 has been ruled out as a cause of your child's symptoms, we've turned to Dr. Jeremy Friedman, associate paediatrician-in-chief at The Hospital for Sick Children, to help decipher what might be causing those sniffles and to advise when it's time to check in with your health-care provider. RSV/BRONCHIOLITIS I've been hearing a lot about RSV — what is it? Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is one of the respiratory viruses we see predominantly in winter. Its claim to fame, in pediatrics anyway, is that it's the most common cause of bronchiolitis, which occurs exclusively in children under two. In most cases, RSV presents just like a cold. But in a percentage of children — particularly those under a year — RSV gets into the lungs and causes swelling of small breathing tubes called bron...

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I n January 2020, computational biologist Trevor Bedford told STAT's Helen Branswell about the then-new coronavirus: "If it's not contained shortly, I think we are looking at a pandemic." Talk about a prediction. Last week at the 2021 STAT Summit, Branswell again caught up with Bedford, a scientist at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and an expert on viral evolution and epidemiology. They talked about the future of the coronavirus and antigenic drift (essentially, whether the virus mutates in ways that escape the protection generated by vaccines or earlier infections), as well as what's in store for flu season, and what might lie ahead with the next pandemic. Excerpts from the conversation are below, lightly edited for clarity. HB: With the evolution of the virus, the feeling has been that transmissibility was going to top out and future mutations were going to be about evading immunity. What do you think? TB: The variants have felt l...

At the first sign of respiratory infection, you want relief as soon as possible, especially if your symptoms crop up year-round. But with so many options to choose from at the pharmacy, it can be overwhelming to treat yourself if you don't know where to start in the cold and flu aisle. Family physician Dr. Jennifer Caudle sees respiratory infections increase with the change of seasons at her practice in Sewell, New Jersey, and advises seeing your doctor before reaching for the cough syrup. "As a family doctor, I believe in the importance of always running your symptoms and medications by your doctor. While many respiratory infections resolve on their own, some infections may require additional medications or treatments from your doctor." This short list of key ingredients in over-the-counter medications doctors trust can help you treat cold, flu, and mild symptoms of other respiratory infections such as COVID-19 under the care of your provider—as well as get you bac...

By the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority Originally published November 8 in the Winnipeg Free Press The current COVID-19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on a group of healthcare workers that few know existed. This group are the infection prevention and control professionals, who are in their global "golden moment".

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