The AAUCM has created this resource for patients to provide information about relevant and important health subjects.

 

Please select an item below:

• Giving Over-The-Counter Medicines to Children
• TYLENOL Dosing Information for Infants & Children
• MOTRIN Dosing Information for Infants & Children
• Seasonal Flu vs. Pandemic Flu
• Problem Prescriptions
• Flip-Flops and Bacteria
• Dealing With High Blood Pressure? Eat More Melons
• Hand Washing After Contact With Beach Sand May Prevent Stomach Aches
• Which Upper Respiratory Infections are Usually Caused by Viruses?
• Fluid in the Middle Ear - A Guide for Parents
• Sniffle or Sneeze? No Antibiotics Please
• Runny Nose - A Guide for Parents
• Goteo Nasal - Guia Para Padres
• Vulvovaginitis - What is it?
• Cold Sores

Snort, Sniffle, Sneeze: No Antibiotics Please (Video)

Beware of Fraudulent Flu Products, Says FDA

Fraudulent flu products are on the rise and many places have begun selling supposed cures and treatments for the flu which do not actually work. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently issued a warning to the public about online and retail shops that are selling such products, advising people to steer clear of them. Click here to read more.

FREE Urgent Care App from iTunes

Description: Urgent Care by GreatCall – Instant access to a nurse or doctor 24/7. Urgent Care lets you speak to a nurse who will triage your medical questions and if needed have a doctor call you back within 30 minutes. The doctor can give assessments, advice and diagnosis of a wide range of conditions over the phone as well as the ability to prescribe common medications. Plus, Urgent Care features the award winning A.D.A.M. medical dictionary and medical encyclopedia as well as an interactive symptom checker for additional health information.

• Access to a live, registered nurse who can escalate to a board-certified doctor around the clock
• Get assessments, advice and diagnosis of a wide range of conditions
• Doctors have ability to prescribe common medications
• Spanish translators available
• Interactive symptom checker
• Medical Dictionary and Medical Encyclopedia

Find Flu Shots Near You

Google® has a handy map tool that can help you find clinics near you that have the seasonal and H1N1 vaccinations available.

1. Go to google.com/flushot.
2. In the "Find flu shots near" box, type in your Zip code or address and and click "Go." You will see a map and list of locations where flu shots are available. Red icons depict seasonal shots, blue icons depict H1N1 shots, red and blue icons depict locations that have both shots available.
3. To get directions to a clinic, click on an icon and click "To here" and enter your address and click "Go."

Patient Education articles are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical advice because of information provided on the AAUCM site.