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Doctors Report Rise in Bacterial and Viral Throat Infections
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By יונתן דושניצקי
First reported by Mako · 7 hours ago
What happened
Israeli pediatric and family clinics are experiencing a surge in bacterial and viral throat infections, particularly after children returned to school. Doctors are treating symptoms with pain relief for viral cases and antibiotics for bacterial infections, while also advising on preventative measures like flu shots and hygiene.
- 01Clinics report increased bacterial and viral throat infections post-school return.
- 02Infections spread easily within families, affecting all age groups.
- 03Viral infections are treated symptomatically; bacterial infections require antibiotics.
- 04Doctors advise flu vaccinations and seeking medical help for severe symptoms.
- 05Allergies can also cause sore throat symptoms.
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