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  • E. Coli Symptoms - Symptoms of E. ColiCreated: Wed Jul 9 20:03:47 2008
    E. coli is a food-borne illness that often causes vomiting and diarrhea when it infects humans. Find out more about E. coli, what the symptoms are, how to treat it and how to prevent it. …
  • Working When Sick - Should I Go to Work When I am SickUpdated: Sat Jun 28 03:21:45 2008
    Sometimes it is tough to know whether we should go to work when we are sick or not. Check out these guidelines about working sick and what to consider when you are deciding whether or not you shoul…
  • Benadryl - What is Benadryl Used For - What are the Side Effects, Do…Updated: Thu Jun 26 19:12:52 2008
    Benadryl is an antihistamine used to treat runny noses and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold. Find out the side effects, recommended dosage and the benefits of Benadryl…
  • Sudafed PE - What is Sudafed PEUpdated: Thu Jun 26 19:10:22 2008
    Sudafed PE is a nasal decongestant that may help relieve your sinus congestion and pressure from the common cold, sinus infections or allergies. Find out if Sudafed PE is the right decongestant for…
  • Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime - What is Tylenol Cold Multi-Sy…Updated: Thu Jun 26 19:09:13 2008
    Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime is a medication available to treat multiple symptoms of the cold and flu. Unlike it's competitor, NyQuil, it does contain a decongestant to help with nasal cong…
  • Top 4 Over the Counter Pain Relievers and Fever ReducersUpdated: Thu Jun 26 19:08:34 2008
    Pain relievers and fever reducers are available in many different forms. Different medications work in different ways. Find out which pain relievers and fever reducers are best for you and your col…
  • Cough Symptoms - What to Do About Cough SymptomsUpdated: Thu Jun 26 19:04:20 2008
    There are many different types of cough symptoms. Each type of cough is distinct and could help indicate what illness you have. Here are the major types of cough symptoms and some possible causes…
  • Sinus Congestion - Learn How to Evaluate Your Sinus CongestionUpdated: Thu Jun 26 19:03:46 2008
    Evaluate your sinus congestion and decide what is causing that runny nose and stuffy head. A step by step approach to evaluating your sinus congestion…
  • Fever Symptoms- What to do for Fever SymptomsUpdated: Thu Jun 26 19:00:51 2008
    Got a fever? Check your symptoms. Find out what you should do for your fever, when to see a doctor and how to treat it. …
  • Cold - Allergies - Do You Have a Cold or Allergies?Updated: Thu Jun 26 18:57:04 2008
    You have been sneezing for weeks and have a runny nose. Is it a cold or allergies? Find out the difference between the two and what you can do if you think you may have seasonal allergies…
  • Using a Thermometer to Check a Fever - How to Use a ThermometerUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:54:12 2008
    You need to know how to use a thermometer if you or your child has a fever. It may be harder than you think and there are quite a few options out there. Find out what you need to know about how to …
  • Ibuprofen - What is IbuprofenUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:52:15 2008
    Ibuprofen is a very common medication that can be used for both pain relief and to bring down a fever. Find out if ibuprofen is right for you and your pain or fever. …
  • Tamiflu(TM) - What is Tamiflu - Is Tamiflu Right For MeUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:48:19 2008
    Tamiflu(TM) is an antiviral prescription drug used to treat influenza. Find out what you need to know about this medication before you take it. …
  • Tylenol (Acetaminophen) - What is TylenolUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:44:06 2008
    Do you know what Tylenol is? Here you will find a guide Tylenol, what it can do for you and what you should know before you take it. …
  • Antihistamines - What Are AntihistaminesUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:35:03 2008
    You can't stop sneezing, but don't know what medication to take? You may need an antihistamine. Find out all you need to know about antihistamines before you buy…
  • Decongestants - What Are DecongestantsUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:29:43 2008
    Everything you need to know before you buy decongestants for your cold or flu. Are decongestants right for you and your symptoms or just a waste of your money?…
  • The Common Cold - What Are the Symptoms of the Common ColdUpdated: Thu Jun 26 18:27:21 2008
    Great information on the common cold. You can find different causes of the common cold, what to expect and what to do about a cold when you get one. …
  • Salmonella - What Is SalmonellaUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:26:51 2008
    Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause infections in humans. Symptoms of salmonella infections (salmonellosis) include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps. Learn more about salmonella and how to pr…

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