With many viruses now on the rise, it can be hard to know which illness you have and how to handle it. A doctor helps you to ...

Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections like human metapneumovirus (HMPV). HMPV affects the respiratory system, ...

Lewis First, MD, Chief of Pediatrics at The University of Vermont, shares concerns about strep throat in children.

December is the start of the "high" season for strep throat, according to the CDC. Here's what to know about symptoms and treatment.

Strep throat is one of the infections caused by group A Streptococcus, group A strep, disease. It can be treated with antibiotics. Other infections from group A strep include mild ones like ...

An expert revealed that a sore throat is one potential symptom of Covid. However, it could easily be linked to another illness such as strep throat or tonsillitis. Phil Day, superintendent ...

tonsillitis (throat infection) and impetigo (skin infection). "While most of these are usually mild illnesses that can be easily treated with antibiotics, the bacteria is highly infectious.

A leading paediatric consultant has issued advice on how to spot the signs and symptoms of RSV and Strep ... (throat infection) and impetigo (skin infection). "While most of these are usually mild ...

“Obviously with strep throat, that usually needs to be treated with an antibiotic,” said Griessel. “You may have some GI upset because it can affect the GI tract and you can run a feve ...

"It's important to recognise that unlike a viral sore throat, strep throat requires antibiotics to prevent complications like rheumatic fever," he explained. "This means a GP consultation is ...