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1 in 5 antibiotic prescriptions 'inappropriate'
New research estimates that at least 20% of primary care prescriptions for antibiotics in England are 'inappropriate'.
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Common cold symptoms: What’s normal, what’s not
Your nose is constantly running. You're coughing. But are these the symptoms of a common cold? Perhaps you have flu or allergy symptoms instead.
If you understand common cold symptoms, what you may feel with a cold, you can take action, such as getting more rest and fluids early in the illness, when these measures may be most effective. Let's look at some common cold symptoms.