Colds, Flu, & Infections Support Group

From tips on preventing colds and flu to the latest sinus medication, members of our support group are ready to swap tips, discuss the latest treatments, and share support.

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infections in my mouth with sores in my mouth/nose/eyes very sore

Recent Discussions

flu shots----Do you get them?
My husband wants us both to get a shot. He's had them with no apparent side-effects, but I don't trust them. Think they're risky. I know people who've been very sick after getting a shot. You don't know what ingredients are in there, & where they com Read more...

Posted by sassyone on Wed Oct 29

Re: Airborne - mind over body?
I have always believed that your mind can help you get over certain ailments. I would still recommend seeing a doctor if it gets worse but having a positive outlook and even some placebo remedies can also help;) Read more...

Posted by fitnessbuff on Sun Sep 14

Completely Recovered from Bronchitis!
I finally feel 100% myself. Being sick is really awful ::( I've started gradually building my mileage up again and am excited to be able to run this fall!! Read more...

Posted by Natalie Vavricka on Fri Aug 22

Why are there so many colds????
I am a mother of 2 and my kids seem to keep cathing colds this year. Has anyone else noticed this?? Do you know why?? Read more...

Posted by susieq25 on Fri May 30

Re: Getting over a cold when you're pregnant
I had a terrible cold when I was pregnant with my son. I pride myself on getting over colds much faster than most people, but it took so much longer to beat the cold when I was pregnant. I was sniffling and sneezing for over two weeks. Read more...

Posted by kpreston on Tue May 13

probiotics
I was also like that, but I started taking Probiotics(its in yogurt) Its a good bacteria and I take it in a pill form once a day. It has helped me with digestion and I don't get sick as often anymore. Read more...

Posted by rockinrocker on Sun Mar 30

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