11/8/2007
Do you have a cold, or is it something else? If you want to know the symptoms, just listen up. One to three days after catching a cold virus, symptoms will begin. It might start with a scratchy feeling in the throat. Other symptoms can include sneezing, a runny nose, headache, and the feeling of being tired and unwell. Usually there is no fever -- in fact, fever and more severe symptoms may indicate that you have the flu and not a cold. This is the season for colds, but if it doesn’t go away in 4 to 10 days, see a doctor.
If you’re a woman, then you’ve heard about protecting your bones and calcium consumption. But ignoring the signs can lead to a bigger problem. Osteoporosis affects 10 million Americans, mostly women, and 34 million more have low bone mass. A simple bone density test can tell you about your risks. St. John’s offers FREE bone density screenings, throughout the year. For more information, call St. John’s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.