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Show 12 Oct. 28, 1993 Hilltop Times defenses in the membranes of the lungs, thus lowering the resistance to possible complications. If symptoms persist for more than five to seven days, consult a physician. Other therapies may be in order, to include the use of antibiotics, if a com- As winter rolls into Utah, it brings with it not only cold weather, but also the cold and flu season. With the colder, wet weather comes more indoor activities and the increased potential to spread and catch common cold weather diseases. Influenza is one such disease. It usually begins suddenly with a fever; frequently recurring, but brief shaking chills; headache; pain behind the eyes, especially upon eye movement; a hacking, irritating cough, which does not produce phlegm; and severe muscle plicating bacterial infection is suspected. In addition to influenza, cold weather and indoor activities can result in a streptoccal sore throat (strep throat). This is usually accompanied by a fever, tonsillitis or pharyngitis and tender glands in the neck. An earache may also accompany the sore aches. In 75 percent of exposed individuals, symptoms will occur within four days of exposure. Most cases are mild; however, some are severe enough to take two to four weeks before resolving. throat. Don't delay treatment until you see Vaccination is the best way to minimize, if not prevent, influenza. However, unlike protection against polio, smallpox or any other stable virus, influenza vaccines have to be continually changed to match each new strain circulating at the time. In the majority of patients.'vaccina-tior- i will prevent the disease. In others, it will usually change a possibly severe bout to one which is milder than it would have been without the vaccination. If you are one of those unfortunate individuals to come down with influenza this season, its basic treatment is simple and can be initiated without seeing a physician: fl Get plenty of rest, preferably in bed. This should be continued for as long as you have a fever, and feel tired Q I and weak. B Inexpensive and easily obtained drugs can be useful to combat the flu symptoms. They can be purchased at your local drug store, convenience store or supermarket. These include: Aspirin, or an aspirin substitute (acetaminophen) to help control fever and general body aches. Aspirin should not be given to a child unless directed by a pediatrician. Take note that drenching sweats may accompa over-the-count- er a physician. Take aspirin or a substitute to relieve the body aches and lower temperature. Decongestants work wonders for that stuffy feeling. Have a cough? Use a cough medicine. Remember to drink plenty of fluids and rest. Basic health practices can help decrease the chances of coming down with these and other common cold weather illnesses this season. norfall in B Cover coughs and sneezes and is the This temperature. ny mal and should not be cause for concern. wash your hands afterward. B Throw used tissues out; don't Cough syrups, usually taken in the evening, can help you get a decent leave them lying around for others to night's sleep. pick up. Other things to consider are: B Don't share eating utensils, glassD Drink plenty of fluids. Warm lies or cups with someone who is ill. B Get plenty of rest and eat quids will help you feel more comfortable. properly. D Use humidification to help relieve B Dress appropriately for the the dry, hacking cough. weather and activity level. B Stop smoking for the period you (Majority of article courtesy of are ill. Smoking affects the natural Skywrighter.) AFFORDABLE DAILY RENTAL "The Barber Shop" 3872 Washington Blvd. SOUTH OGDEN Hair cut the way you want $T.oo Dennis Vail XAslc for Plan OWNER (Appointment or Walk-in- A-I- X ) Hertz HERTZ LAYTON 1 57 No. Main CAR RENTAL 773-630- 0 THERE IS ONLY v& nu aa Clo9-O- $89 255-500- 6 OPEN BEST 1 563 W. 8020 So. 566-164- 8 1 1 :00 A.M. Bureer REAL Fries Exotic Sandwiches J Talk About V a Dinner! 6 P.M. ON 'Mm (Pricii'good thru on hand) West Jordan E. The ut (limittd to stock Prktt good thru 11193 Sandy -- ! Winter Coat Unlined Jackets 931 4 So. 700 SHIRTS Price OFF Regular with ad Orem 573 No. 226-102- 3 State 1 Layton 1 720 W. 1 000 544-546- 8 Steaks Baked Potatoes Salad Special DELUXE Desserts 1193) Ogden No. Every Evening 41 05 Rverdale Rd 621-545- CO GO 7 GIRLS Strut Their Stuff! U LEW American Heart nn AMociation S MONICO'S 776-346- 3 V 1 T TV DOWNTOWN ROY Corner of Riverdale & Harmon Croc. |