News tagged with strep bacteria

Don't be quick to toss your toothbrush after a sore throat

Word on the street has it you should replace your toothbrush after suffering from a cold, the flu or a bout of strep throat. That may not be necessary—at least when it comes to sore throats, according to a study to be presented ...

Pediatrics May 04, 2013 | 4.5 / 5 (2) | 1

CDC: Doctors prescribing fewer antibiotics to kids

(AP) -- The push to get pediatricians to stop prescribing antibiotics for the wrong illnesses is paying off a bit, a new government report found.

Medications Sep 01, 2011 | not rated yet | 1