FDA flags fluoroquinolones risks amid needing alternatives
The FDA warns fluoroquinolones pose risks such as tendon injury CNS effects and heart rhythm changes, urging use only for serious infections. For bronchitis UTIs and sinusitis milder cases or viral infections may not require antibiotics. Alternatives emphasize nondrug therapies and safer antibiotics when infection is confirmed. The American Academy guidance for sinusitis highlights cautious use and evaluating alternatives.
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Health tips from AAFP and Dr Oz show
Saline nasal irrigation steam decongestants and OTC analgesics help sinus pain. AAFP advises simple UTIs antibiotics fosfomycin nitrofurantoin trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole. For acute bronchitis rest cough medicine for dry cough and nonsteroidal anti inflammatory ibuprofen. Dr Oz hosts The Dr Oz Show and Mike Roizen is Cleveland Clinic wellness chief.
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Wondering about extreme body odor and aging men
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Creative wedding gift hints from Heloise
Readers are urged to tailor themed wedding gifts to the couple and season. Suggestions cover champagne sets, a toolbox of practical items, foodie gadgets, family friendly games, outdoor gear, and cleaners, plus instructions and a pamphlet offer with a stamped self address envelope for ordering and a website link.
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