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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	rosey2357 I have had a cold on and off for about 2 or 3 weeks. But now I feel like it is going to my chest.		VAMPDEVILTRY TAKES TWO WEEKS TO GET BETTER
	MistyRose Ask me how I prevent the sick bugs from coming to our house!		Fee My name is Felicia and I'm 18 years old from Illinois.

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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Facts about Antibiotics by Xmaspharmacy

Sat Nov 7 03:10:04 EST 2009

Antibiotics - Facts

Bacteria are everywhere, including on the skin and in the digestive system of humans. While bacteria are critical to normal bodily functions, some types can cause illness. In humans, antibiotics are used to treat health conditions caused by bacteria, i Read More

Sex in a relationship by Jenn12306

Fri Nov 6 08:08:05 EST 2009

Sexless relationship

Im in my late 20's I have always had a very active sex drive. Since i got pregnant again it has intensified. But i cant seem to get my partner to get involved. And when he does it doesnt last long because were not having any sex, so that leaves me back at Read More

Kymberfox250 by kymberfox250

Thu Nov 5 23:48:46 EST 2009

Meds

I have to ask does anyone out there know where you can go to get help with your meds. I am on an insulin pump and none of the things that I need are covered then to boot that I just found out that they are not going to cover my wafers and pounchs anymore. Read More

shannnonmomof3 by shannonmom0f3

Wed Nov 4 10:57:06 EST 2009

my family

my name is shannon i am40 years old and i have panick disordor coused by a broken hip that never heeled. so i am a stay at home mom. the presurse of having 3 kids and the last year of our lives have been devistating, we lost our home in the only home tow Read More

jessw80 by jessw80

Wed Nov 4 10:18:15 EST 2009

Sexual desire, just not w/ current man

I am a 29 yr old single mom with a high sex drive. For the past yr I have been in a relationship w/ a man totally out of my norm. I thought maybe thats what I needed to do in order to find happiness, but I am beginning to think I was wrong. We sleep in Read More

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Natalie Vavricka

Natalie is Quality Health's Community Manager. An avid runner, she is extremely passionate about health, diet, and fitness and is committed to helping other members of the community find the resources and support for all of their healthcare needs.
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