Health Tip: Easing Sore Throat Pain

If you're fighting throat pain as you read this, the American Academy of Family Physicians advises:

  • Using over-the-counter naproxen or acetaminophen. Never give aspirin to children.
  • Using a mixture of 1 teaspoon of salt to one cup of warm water to make a soothing gargle solution.
  • Sucking on a cold treat (such as a Popsicle), hard candy or throat lozenge.
  • Drinking plenty of fluids.
  • Running a humidifier.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Check Your Pantry, Lay's Classic Potato Chips Recalled Due to Milk Allergy Risk

    There's Still Confusion on How to Spot, Treat Severe Allergic Reactions

    Tools You Can Use to Control Winter Asthma, Allergy Symptoms

    Athletes Can Expect High Ozone, Pollen Counts for Paris Olympics

    How to Treat Spring Allergies: A Graduated Approach

    Birth Control Pill Increases Risk Of Asthma Attacks In Young Women

    Cities Contribute To Asthma, Researchers Argue

    Babies Who Got Only Breast Milk in Hospital Have Lower Asthma Rates

    Antibiotics Might Increase Risk of Childhood Asthma, Allergies

    Late-Life Menopause Linked to Higher Asthma Risk

    U.S. Government to Pay Moderna $176 Million to Develop mRNA Flu Vaccine

    Bird Flu Virus Stays Active on Cow Milking Equipment for at Least One Hour

    CDC Urges Faster Testing for Bird Flu Amid Growing Outbreak

    Severe Infections Double Risk of Heart Failure

    CDC Reports Potentially Troublesome Mutations in Bird Flu Found in Louisiana Patient