Health News Archives

Health Tip: Having a Throat Culture?
Here's what to expect

Scientists Engineer Protein That Could Battle Strep
California team's discovery may lead to a vaccine that wards off infections

Health Tip: Symptoms of Strep Throat
A serious infection that mustn't be ignored

Health Tip: About Strep Throat
Don't treat it lightly

Group B Strep Infection Poses Fatal Risk to Newborns
But a simple test can alert doctors, mothers-to-be of potential problems

Beware Strep Infections
The bacteria behind them can cause life-threatening illnesses, doctors warn

Most Tonsillectomies Aren’t Worth It
Study finds 'watchful waiting' just as effective

Strep Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Trial
Confers immunity without serious side effects

Easing the Pain of Tonsillectomies
New radiofrequency technique spares kids long recovery times

Not Every Sore Throat Is Strep Throat
Diagnosing, treating condition can be daunting, experts say