Dear Pharmacist,
I am hearing more about the Swine Flu and I’m getting nervous.  I wasn’t going to get the vaccine, but I’m reconsidering it. Can you help me make this decision?
–E.B. Boston, Massachusetts

Answer: Discussing vaccinations is like discussing religion and there are highly educated and caring people on both sides of the vaccine argument.  [...]

Dear Readers: With all the news about Swine Flu, I’d like to address the best ways to help keep your immune system strong. I’m not overjoyed at the prospect of millions of you getting shot with vaccinations that have been hurriedly tested, so I’d rather give you a list of natural ways to boost [...]

Dear Pharmacist,
Do you think it’s a good idea to take antioxidants during the cough/cold season? I am trying hard not to get sick this year.
V.C., Atlanta, Georgia

Answer: Yes. Anything you put into your body to improve your immune system is important, including good foods. Antioxidant’s are just the tip of the iceberg. There [...]