6/22/2007
The next time you get a sore throat, keep this in mind. Most sore throats are caused by viral infections that do not respond to antibiotic treatment. In fact, the only common cause of sore throats requiring antibiotics is strep throat. So if you’re battling a sore throat–from a cold, the flu or other causes–you might try slippery elm. Available as a tea or in lozenges at health food stores, slippery elm stimulates the mucus membranes, such as those lining the throat, to produce mucus and alleviate pain.
We’ve all heard about the obesity epidemic in this country. Americans are fat and it‘s time to do something about it. If you want to learn more, mark this on your calendar. St. John’s will be holding a health talk to discuss obesity on Tuesday, July 10th at 5:30 p.m. The talk will be held at our Health Connection location inside Northpark Mall. Registration is required, so call St. John`s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.
