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Sore Throat Prevention
Prevention of a sore throat include:
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Avoid exposure to others who have a sore throat.
- Avoid crowded areas during cold and flu season.
- Do not smoke.
- Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
- Keep vaccinations up to date:
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Last Updated: Jan 4, 2011 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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PubMed Sore Throat References
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