Don't Rely on Supplements Instead of Antivirals to Treat Influenza

March 2018

Elderberry and Oscillococcinum for the flu are flying off shelves.

The harsh flu season has patients trying natural health products.

Tell patients not to rely on elderberry (Sambucol, etc)...with or without Oscillococcinum...to treat or prevent the flu.

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Table of Contents

Obesity & Weight Loss Help Patients With Med Adjustments After Weight Loss Surgery
Influenza Don't Rely on Supplements Instead of Antivirals to Treat Influenza
Med Adherence Partner With Patients to Improve Med Adherence
Vaccines Explain That Trumenba and Bexsero Only Protect Against Meningitis B
Hyperglycemia Assist Diabetes Patients With Glucose Bumps Due to Short-Course Steroids
Pregnancy Weigh Pros and Cons of Antibiotic Options for UTI in Pregnancy
Practice Always Shred When Disposing of Patient Info to Avoid Privacy Violations
Ophthalmics Think of Xiidra as an Alternative to Restasis for Dry Eye Disease
Multiple Sclerosis Suggest Mavenclad as a Second-Line Option for Multiple Sclerosis
Poison Prevention Be Ready With Tips to Help Prevent and Manage Poisonings