What is a Cold and How Can You Get Rid of it? The common cold is a viral infection that causes the nose, throat, and sinuses to become congested. It can also cause fever, headache, fatigue, and a sore throat. There are many misunderstood facts about...
Baraclude is a new antiviral prescription drug used for chronic infection with the hepatitis B virus (HBV) in adults who also have active liver damage. What is Hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver caused by the Hepatitis z virus (HBV), a member of...
Famvir targets the DNA of genital herpes to interrupt its life cycle, so outbreaks are shorter, helping you manage them easier. It is an oral antiviral medication that is used for: Treatment of recurrent genital herpes Suppression of recurrent genital herpes Treatment of recurrent herpes...
Rather than just covering up the symptoms, Relenza is a medicine used to treat influenza at its source. Relenza attacks the flu virus and prevents it from spreading inside your body. Who can take Relenza? If flu symptoms have appeared within the last day or two, you...
Avian Influenza - What is it? Avian influenza is an infection caused by bird flu viruses. Occurring naturally amongst birds (domesticated and wild), the virus is carried in their intestines. Avian influenza is very contagious among birds and can make domesticated birds like chickens, ducks,...
Unlike bacterial illnesses, viral illnesses are not living organisms. Viral illnesses attack living cells and reproduce themselves, at the expense of the host cell. Antiviral medications inhibit the replication of viral DNA needed for a viral illness to reproduce. Virally infected cells absorb more acyclovir...
According to newspapers and television programs, the threat of a global pandemic is becoming more and more real. While viruses like bird flu (also known as the avian flu, or the H5N1 virus) are real threats, they aren't necessarily the disaster type movie scenarios you...
Every year, the common cold and the influenza virus spread through office buildings. There are several ways in which you can prevent the spread of these viruses, including: Spray disinfectant on doorknobs, countertops, and appliance handles on a daily basis - Viruses can jump from...
On October 23rd, members of the CIPA, IPABC and MIPA met with members of Health Canada in Ottawa to discuss with the implementation of legislation and regulation that will affect the future of IPS practice. This meeting corresponded with the recent media focus on the...
Is my family safe? Currently, the number one health issue in the media is the possible Avian (commonly referred to as the Bird Flu) influenza pandemic. With all the worst-case scenarios and varying sources being quoted, it is hard to be sure if the facts you...
