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Can Hand Sanitizer Prevent The Spread Of Norovirus? We Explain

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:30:29 +0000

Just like with the flu and COVID, it's important to wash your hands often to prevent the spread of norovirus, but can hand sanitizer be a good substitute?

Don't Take Ibuprofen With This Decongestant Without Talking To Your Doctor

staff@healthdigest.com (Nancy Schimelpfening) — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 13:30:09 +0000

Cold remedies with ibuprofen and this decongestant can be helpful in relieving cold and flu symptoms. However, you may want to talk with your doctor first.

Kick Your Sore Throat To The Curb With This Easy Pickle Brine Hack

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:30:51 +0000

The next time you feel the painful prick of a sore throat coming on, you may want to reach for a jar of pickles over a bag of cough drops. Here's why.

Drink This Little-Known Beverage To Relieve Your Stuffy Nose

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 23:30:16 +0000

If you're dealing with a stuffy nose, there's a simple beverage that could relieve your symptoms. Here's what you need to know about the benefits of this drink.

Here's How Long You're Contagious After Getting Norovirus

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:14:02 +0000

In order to prevent norovirus from spreading to other people, it's important to take certain steps while you are contagious. This is how long that might be.

We Tried This Steamy Shower Trick To Soothe A Sore Throat And Here's What Happened

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:30:44 +0000

The internet is full of recommendations about what steam showers can do for you, including soothing a sore throat. We tested it out and here's what we found.

Add This To Your Water To Ward Off Winter Illness

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 20:30:16 +0000

Nobody likes being ill during the winter, but by adding this secret ingredient to your water, you might be able to ease your symptoms.

Being Sick Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Heart Rate

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 13:30:03 +0000

When you're sick, you may experience many symptoms such as fever or upset stomach. What you may not know, however, is that it can also affect your heart rate.

This Is The Best Sleep Position For When You Have A Cough

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 12:30:05 +0000

Having a cough is never fun. It affects nearly every part of our day, including sleep, which is not good for recovery.

Can Mouthwash Prevent You From Getting Sick On An Airplane? Here's What We Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:30:31 +0000

Preventing colds seems near impossible, especially when traveling via plane and germs are rampant. Mouthwash is extra item you may need to pack before boarding.

Does TikTok's Citrus Hack Actually Stop Any Coughing? Here's What We Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:30:22 +0000

A viral hack on TikTok promotes the use of a citrus fruit and some common ingredients to stop a persistent cough. But does it really work? Find out here.

Unique Body Positions That Can Clear That Pesky Frog In Your Throat

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:30:55 +0000

Do you have a frog in your throat? These unique body positions can help you clear that mucus out of your chest and throat in no time at all.

Is There Any Truth To The 'Feed A Cold, Starve A Fever' Saying? Here's What We Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:30:23 +0000

The phrase "feed a cold, starve a fever" has been around for years. But, is there any truth to this claim? Here's what the experts have to say.

Habits That Increase Your Risk Of Getting The Flu

staff@healthdigest.com (Meredith Cooper) — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:15:02 +0000

While influenza is a common illness, there are certain habits that can make a person more susceptible to it. Avoid these behaviors to reduce your risk.

Does Using Vicks VapoRub On Your Feet Stop A Cold? Here's What The Science Says

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Anandanayagam) — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:30:08 +0000

Some sources promote rubbing Vicks VapoRub on your feet and covering it with socks as a means to stop a cold. But is there any scientific evidence behind this?

FDA Admits Your OTC Decongestant May Not Work As Well As You Think It Does

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Marie) — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:25:40 +0000

Experts have found that phenylephrine does not appear to combat decongestion as once thought when taken in pill form.

Does Sleeping With An Onion In Your Sock Cure The Flu?

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Betts) — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 12:30:50 +0000

If you've been down with the flu for a few days and downright miserable, you might be wondering if sleeping with an onion in your sock can cure your symptoms.

Is It Safe To Take Cough Medicine While Pregnant? Here's What We Know

staff@healthdigest.com (Jennifer Betts) — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 01:30:11 +0000

There are many dos and don'ts when it comes to pregnancy, including certain foods and medications you should avoid. But what about cough medicine?

The Worst Drinks To Consume If You Have A Common Cold

staff@healthdigest.com (Meredith Cooper) — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:15:32 +0000

When you have the common cold, you might think that any form of hydration is good hydration. However, there are drinks you should avoid during your recovery.

Universal Flu Vaccine Could Eliminate The Need For Annual Flu Shots

staff@healthdigest.com (Beth Bradford) — Wed, 24 May 2023 15:34:19 +0000

Flu vaccines need to be updated annually and can vary in effectiveness year to year, but a universal flu vaccine under clinical trial might change that.