Tanya Lewis: Hi, this is Your Health, Quickly, a Scientific American podcast series! Josh Fischman: We bring you the latest vital health news: Discoveries that affect your body and your mind. Lewis: ...

Strep throat is typically not considered dangerous, but it can be excruciating. By Dani Blum The list of potential culprits for a sore throat just seems to get longer — Covid-19, colds and now allergy ...

Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on quickly and may feel worse than a typical cold. While strep throat is most ...

Dear Dr. Donohue: What makes a strep throat something special? Is it more serious than other sore throats? How do you tell if it is strep throat? - L.W. A: Almost half of all sore throats are caused ...

There are several possible causes of red spots in the throat. These can range from common conditions that a doctor can treat easily, such as strep throat, to potentially severe conditions, such as ...