The Good Doctor's Guide to Colds and Flu

Showing how to avoid illness, boost immunity, and combat congestion, fever, and discomfort when cold, flu, and other respiratory infections strike, this book explains ten treatment plans for the most common respiratory infections; four stages of a cold, and one of the best ways to avoid catching one; how to protect yourself from SARS; and more. The latest and most effective information on preventing and treating colds and flu Under the weather? Eminent lung specialist Neil Schachter, M.D., arms you with the knowledge you need to boost immunity and avoid illness. And when colds, flu, and other respiratory infections do strike, you'll know exactly how to relieve uncomfortable symptoms like congestion and fever. In this book you'll find: Treatment plans for the most common respiratory infections, including colds, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, and strep throat The right way to use vitamin C and zinc to combat a cold The important difference between a head cold and chest cold The five best ways to quiet a cough Three signs that indicate if it's a cold or flu Three symptoms that signal it's time to call a doctor Why humming five seconds a day can reduce risk of sinus problems The surprising reason why women catch more colds And much more With Dr. Schachter's guidance, you'll stay one step ahead of colds and flu. A book no one can afford to be without -for everyone who has ever been laid low by cold, flu and other respiratory ailments. Leading pulmonologist Neil Schachter, M.D., shows how to avoid illness, boost immunity, and combat congestion, fever, and discomfort when cold, flu, and other respiratory infections strike. Among other things, he explains: 10 treatment plans for the most common respiratory infections: colds, flu, acute bronchitis, viral pneumonia, "walking pneumonia," chronic sinusitis, and strep throat; 4 stages of a cold, and one of the best ways to avoid catching one; right way to use Vitamin C and Zinc to combat a cold; 4 types of pneumonias, and the single step that cuts your pneumonia risk in half; how to protect yourself and your family if SARS appears in your community...and much more.