The Good Doctor's Guide to Colds and Flu [Updated Edition] : How to Prevent and Treat Colds, Flu, Sinusitis, Bronchitis, Strep Throat, and Pneumonia at Any Age

From cold and flu to pneumonia and bronchitis; from tonsillitis and sinusitis to SARS and COVID-19: eminent Mount Sinai lung specialist and leading pulmonologist Neil Schacter, M.D., explains how to treat and prevent these illnesses. In The Good Doctor's Guide to Colds and Flu , he describes how to avoid illness, boost immunity, and combat congestion, fever, and discomfort when cold, flu, and other respiratory infections strike. This updated edition includes: A new chapter that offers practical strategies on how to prevent, treat, and recover from COVID-19 Prevention and treatment plans for the 6 most common respiratory infections: colds, influenza, sinusitis, bronchitis, tonsillitis, and pneumonia The four stages of a cold, and one of the best ways to avoid catching one The latest research on well-known cold remedies such as Vitamin C, Zinc, and Echinacea The four major types of pneumonias, and the prevention technique that can eliminate more than 80 organisms that cause it Why humming five seconds a day can reduce risk of sinus problems The surprising reason why women catch more colds Advice for people with diabetes, asthma, allergies, and more! An updated edition of the essential guide to dealing with common respiratory illness, featuring a new chapter offering practical strategies on how to prevent, treat, and recover from Covid-19. From cold and flu to pneumonia and bronchitis; from tonsillitis and sinusitis to SARS, eminent pulmonologist Neil Schachter, M.D., explains how to treat and prevent common respiratory illnesses and protect yourself from Covid-19. The Good Doctor's Guide to Colds and Flu shows how to avoid illness, boost immunity, and combat congestion, fever, and discomfort when cold, flu, and other infections strike. Dr. Schachter provides the latest and most effective information and advice to help you protect your health including: Six prevention and treatment plans for the six most common respiratory infections: colds, influenza, sinusitis, bronchitis, tonsillitis, and pneumonia ; The four stages of a cold, and one of the best ways to avoid catching one ; Conflicting research on well-known cold remedies such as Vitamin C, Zinc, and Echinacea ; The four major types of pneumonias, and the prevention technique that can eliminate more than 80 organisms that cause it ; Why humming five seconds a day can reduce risk of sinus problems ; The surprising reason why women catch more colds ; The five best ways to conquer a cough ; The five best ways to conquer a cough ; And much more" -- provided by the publisher. 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 throatThe right way to use vitamin C and zinc to combat a coldThe important difference between a head cold and chest coldThe five best ways to quiet a coughThree signs that indicate if it's a cold or fluThree symptoms that signal it's time to call a doctorWhy humming five seconds a day can reduce risk of sinus problemsThe surprising reason why women catch more coldsAnd much moreWith Dr. Schachter's guidance, you'll stay one step ahead of colds and flu. Featuring a new chapter that offers practical strategies on how to prevent, treat, and recover from COVID-19. From cold and flu to pneumonia and bronchitis; from tonsillitis and sinusitis to SARS: an eminent Mt. Sinai lung specialist explains how to treat and prevent these illnesses 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: • Six prevention and treatment plans for the six most common respiratory infections: colds, influenza, sinusitis, bronchitis, tonsillitis, and pneumonia • The four stages of a cold, and one of the best ways to avoid catching one • Conflicting research on well-known cold remedies such as Vitamin C, Zinc, and Echinacea • The four major types af pneumonias, and the prevention technique that can eliminate... Cover Title Page Dedication Medical Disclaimer Chapter 1: Welcome to the Cold Wars Chapter 2: The Scene of the Crime Chapter 3: Treatment—The Right Choice at the Right Time Chapter 4: Colds 101 Chapter 5: Sinusitis—The Cold That Lingers Chapter 6: Bronchitis—When a Cough is More Than a Cough Chapter 7: Strep Throat—When It Even Hurts to Swallow Chapter 8: Pneumonia—When a Cold Turns Serious Chapter 9: Influenza—The Cold’s Evil Twin Chapter 10: The Sneezing Years—Colds and Flu in Childhood Chapter 11: Individual Needs, Individual Solutions Chapter 12: Common Questions and Answers Acknowledgments Searchable Terms About the Author Copyright About the Publisher From cold and flu to pneumonia, bronchitis and COVID-19, explains how to treat and prevent these illnesses that cause misery, cost millions, and can sometimes kill