Because feet tend to be covered (at least partially) by shoes, they are sometimes neglected as a potential source of serious infection. From a distance feet may look acceptable however it is very important to pay attention to the spaces between the toes. These spaces are potential breeding grounds for germs. This post will talk […]
When are you contagious?
Exposed to someone who you then found out developed a serious infection? Concerned that you may now come down with the same infection? Are you also concerned that you are putting your family at risk? These are all valid concerns, especially when dealing with contagious infections such as influenza, meningococcal meningitis, tuberculosis, and many other […]
6 clues that you may need an antibiotic for your upper respiratory infection
When you have a “cold” or upper respiratory infection (URI), you are going to feel under the weather, of course. You may have a sore or irritated throat, cough, congestion in the sinuses, runny or stuffy nose, easy fatigue, and sometimes even a fever. However, most URIs are caused by a virus, and after 5-7 […]
7 reasons why antibiotics should be a last resort for an upper respiratory infection
Upper respiratory infection (URI) is a broad term for any infection involving the upper airways, such as the sinuses, pharynx (back of the throat), larynx (voice box), and bronchi (the airways of the lungs). Specifically, these infections are called sinusitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, and bronchitis, respectively. However often we refer to these infections as the “cold” […]