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   <title>About.com Cold &amp; Flu: What's Hot Now</title>
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      <description>These articles that had the largest increase in popularity over the last week</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:05:37 +0000</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[School Health]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/prevention/tp/schoolhealth.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[When the kids are in school, it is important to know how to keep them healthy. School health is important and should be a top priority for every family. Follow these tips for good school health and protect your family. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Is RSV?]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/othercommonillnesses/a/rsv.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A common, but potentially very serious illness, RSV is something that affects many people every year. Find out the symptoms of RSV, how it is spread and how to prevent it. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What to Do for Itching]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/checkyoursymptoms/ss/checksymitch_4.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[If you are itching but do not want to use medication to treat it, these ideas may help. Learn how to treat an itch without medication.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Antibiotic Resistance]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/whentoseeadoctor/a/antibiotics.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Most people have taken antibiotics at least once in their lives. Antibiotics are extremely overprescribed and this misuse has led to a huge problem with antibiotic resistance. Taking antibiotics for viruses is a major contributor to antibiotic resistance. Learn more about the common cold and resistance to antibiotics.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bacterial Infections]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/glossary/g/bacterialinf.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What is a bacterial infection and what can be done about it? Find out what a bacterial infection is and what it means to you. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Treating a Kid&#039;s Cold]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/cold/tp/TreatKidCold.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know how to treat a kids cold? Now that medications for cold and cough have been taken off the market for kids under 4, treating your kids cold may become a little more difficult. Here you will find tips on treating your kids cold without cold medications.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[H1N1 Swine Flu]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/flu/qt/H1N1swineflu.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[H1N1 flu caused a pandemic starting in April of 2009 and was initially known as &quot;swine flu.&quot; Find out more about how H1N1 got the name swine flu and why it's not really accurate. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Is the FDA?]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/glossary/g/fda.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know what the FDA is? Even if you know what the letters stand for, do you know what the FDA really does? Find out about the FDA and what they do for you.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cold Medicine]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/medications/a/coldmedicine.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Cold medicine can be a help and a hindrance in our lives when we are sick. It can do great things to help improve your symptoms but cold medicine can also have side effects and be very confusing when trying to decide which one is for you. Learn more about what cold medicine is available and how to choose one. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Before You Buy Mucinex]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/medications/bb/mucinex.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mucinex is an over the counter cough medication that helps to break up chest congestion. Learn more about Mucinex including who should and should not take it and what the potential side effects are. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tonsillitis]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/othercommonillnesses/p/tonsillitis.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Swollen tonsils can be very painful. If you think you may have tonsillitis, find out the information you need to know about this illness.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Itchy Eye Treatments]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/checkyoursymptoms/qt/itchyeyetreat.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you suffering from itchy eyes? Itchy eyes are a common symptom of allergies. They can also occur occasionally if you have a cold or other illness. Here, we look at some common causes and treatments for itchy eyes. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Common Cold]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/cold/g/commoncold.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Definition of the common cold. What is the common cold and how does it affect you. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Evaluate Cough Symptoms]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/whentoseeadoctor/ss/checksymcough_3.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[There are two categories of cough medication that work in different ways. Find out which cough medication you should take and when.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Evaluate Sinus Congestion]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/whentoseeadoctor/ss/checksymcong_3.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Various options are available for treating congestion without medications. These vary depending on age and type of congestion. Learn about non medication options for treating your congestion.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tylenol Cold Nighttime]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/overthecountermedication/bb/tylenolcoldmsn.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime is a medication available to treat multiple symptoms of the cold and flu. Unlike it's competitor, NyQuil, it does contain a decongestant to help with nasal congestion. Find out more about Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Wash Your Hands]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/prevention/ht/handwashing.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Effective hand washing is the most important and easiest way to prevent the spread of illness. Knowing how to properly wash your hands is not as easy as many people think. Learn how to wash your hands and prevent the spread of illnesses. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Productive Cough]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/glossary/g/productivecough.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Easy to understand definition of the common medical term, productive cough. Including examples of what a productive cough is.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Acute Bronchitis]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/bronchitis/p/bronchitis.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What is acute bronchitis and what does it mean to you? Find out the symptoms, common treatments and what to expect if you or a loved one has acute bronchitis. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Exercise When Sick]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/faqaboutthecold/tp/exercisewhensick.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Regardless of how often you exercise, you might wonder at some point if you should exercise when sick. While this varies depending on the person &amp;#8211; you know your body better than anyone else &amp;#8211; there are some general guidelines to keep in mind when you are trying to decide if you should exercise when sick.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Antihistamines]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/medications/bb/antihistamines.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[You can't stop sneezing, but don't know what medication to take? You may need an antihistamine. Find out all you need to know about antihistamines before you buy.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Immunity]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/glossary/g/immunity.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[You hear the word immunity at your doctor's office a lot, but what does it mean? Find out the definition of immunity.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ibuprofen]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/medications/p/ibuprofen.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Ibuprofen is a very common medication that can be used for both pain relief and to bring down a fever. Find out if ibuprofen is right for you and your pain or fever. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Vomiting and Diarrhea]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/whentoseeadoctor/qt/seeadocnvd.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Vomiting and diarrhea are very unpleasant symptoms. Sometimes, you need to see a doctor for these problems. Find out when to see your doctor for your vomiting and diarrhea.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Aleve Sinus and Headache]]></title>
            <link>http://coldflu.about.com/od/overthecountermedication/bb/alevesinushead.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Aleve Sinus and Headache is a great option when you want a long lasting medication that will help treat your cold symptoms. Find out if Aleve Sinus and Headache is right for you and your symptoms.]]></description>
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