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    Honey May be Best Cough Medicine  Nov 15, 2009
    Some people may be surprised if a healthcare provider recommends honey for relief of a cough related to an upper respiratory infection (URI) ... Studied 105 children (ages 2-18) with cough at night due to an upper respiratory infection (URI) ... The World Health Organization (WHO) also lists honey as a potential treatment for young children (not infants) with upper respiratory infections. (Suite101.com)

    Running down a state title  Nov 13, 2009
    Jordan-Elbridge's Cody Stanton has an upper respiratory infection that has been hampering him for a while and cost him a chance at a second consecutive state championship visit. But the Eagles will send Marrero to his second straight state championship meet after he finished fourth overall (16:57. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Weekly Update of H1N1 Influenza  Oct 29, 2009
    If your child is ill on Saturday or taking an antibiotic for upper respiratory infection, including ear infections, strep throat, bronchitis, or sinus infection will not be able to be vaccinated on Saturday, but can be vaccinated when they are off the antibiotics or are no longer sick. If your child is taking an antibiotic and you are unsure about whether they should take the nasal mist, contact your family doctor for their recommendation. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    Swine Flu Cases Overestimated?  Oct 22, 2009
    Health experts say its assumed the patients had some sort of cold or upper respiratory infection that is just not influenza. With most cases diagnosed solely on symptoms and risk factors, the H1N1 flu epidemic may seem worse than it is. (CBS News)

    When Asthma and H1N1 Intersect  Oct 21, 2009
    If their lungs are infected with any upper respiratory infection, such as H1N1, they are then more prone to pneumonia and asthma exacerbation, which can turn into more critical health issues, Ashton said. H1N1 Flu Information on the Web. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Micardis Given Wider Approval  Oct 21, 2009
    Micardis has possible side effects of its own, including upper respiratory infection, back pain, sinusitis and diarrhea. The drug shouldn't be used by pregnant women, Boehringer said. (MEDLINEplus)

    MedImmune to present data on RSV and influenza at 2009 AAP National Conference and Exhibition  Oct 17, 2009
    Common side effects may include fever, cold-like symptoms (upper respiratory infection) including runny nose and ear infection, and rash. Other possible side effects include skin reactions around the area where the shot was given (like redness, swelling, warmth or discomfort). (EurekAlert!)

    47 Dogs, 15 Cats Rescued From Home  Oct 10, 2009
    And one cat has an upper respiratory infection. "There was urine and feces throughout the whole house," said Scott Trebatoski, with Jacksonville's Animal Care and Protective Services. (News4Jax.com, FL)

    Boa constrictor captured at Fall River residence  Oct 10, 2009
    He has an upper respiratory infection, he said. He s in a 75-gallon aquarium in the quarantine room with heat lights, a clean water bowl, and antibiotics. (Boston Globe)

    Falling Stars  Oct 6, 2009
    The latest injury report includes Roger Federer, out with back issues; Andy Murray, out with a wrist issue; and Ana Ivanovic, out with an upper respiratory infection that has ended her season. If there's a silver lining, perhaps it's this: Players who were injured earlier in the year can recoup rankings points with so many ailing colleagues. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)

    Patients with chronic rhinosinusitis have increased incidence of other chronic illnesses  Oct 5, 2009
    The condition usually follows an allergic reaction or viral upper respiratory infection. The analysis showed a higher incidence of CRS in patients with other chronic diseases, especially asthma patients, who are more likely to also have nasal polyps. (EurekAlert!)

    West held out of James-O'Neal debut  Oct 4, 2009
    Ana Ivanovic withdrew from the China Open because of an upper respiratory infection. Horse racing Summer Bird wins Gold Cup at Belmont Summer Bird outdueled Quality Road in the stretch to win the $750,000 Jockey Club Gold Cup at Belmont Park for his third straight Grade 1 victory. (Boston Globe)

    Ivanovic pulls out of China Open with illness  Oct 4, 2009
    BEIJING -- has withdrawn from the China Open due to an upper respiratory infection, saying it seems like a fitting end to the season she's had. Ivanovic said in a statement Saturday that it has been a very disappointing season. (ESPN -- Tennis)

    Rangers held to just one run by Mariners  Oct 4, 2009
    " Ken Griffey Jr. gave the Mariners a 1-0 lead with a home run to lead off the fourth inning. It was Griffey's 34th in his career against the Rangers. That ties him with George Brett for seventh-most by an opponent against the Rangers. In the fifth, Josh Wilson led off with a double and scored on singles by Ichiro Suzuki and Franklin Gutierrez. Hunter was pitching despite having an upper respiratory infection earlier this week and was pulled in the fifth. It's the second consecutive start he has... (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)

    Arena weight-loss trial disappoints investors  Sep 19, 2009
    Arena said the incidence of side effects, like upper respiratory infection and headache, was similar between the lorcaserin and placebo groups. The company also said lorcaserin was not associated with psychiatric side effects, such as depression and suicidal thoughts, or with heart valve problems. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)

    Hoosier horses banned from Kentucky tracks  Sep 19, 2009
    The move comes after two horses at Hoosier Park were diagnosed with a strangles, a highly contagious upper respiratory infection. Stout recommended that any horse that has been at Hoosier Park recently be isolated and closely monitored for at least 21 days. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Arena Pharmaceuticals Reports Positive, Highly Significant BLOSSOM Trial Results for Weight Management; NDA Submission on Track for December  Sep 18, 2009
    The most frequent adverse events and their rates for patients who took lorcaserin twice daily, lorcaserin once daily or placebo, respectively, were as follows: upper respiratory infection (12. 7%, 14. (PR Newswire)

    TOBACK: Battling a cold before it starts begins with daily practices  Sep 4, 2009
    Upon catching my third cold - or as Syracuse University Health Services likes to call it, "upper respiratory infection" - and before it was time to break out the winter coats, I realized I was going to need to see a real doctor outside of the University's boundaries ... After midterms there were a few pleasant upper respiratory infection-free weeks and then the bug struck again. (Daily Orange, NY)

    Exercise Induced Asthma  Aug 31, 2009
    Viral upper respiratory infection at the time of exercise. Environmental. (Suite101.com)

    Bama Takes Steps Against Flu  Aug 28, 2009
    We also have some guys that have some respiratory problems, upper respiratory infection; the difference being if a guy hasw a fever or doesnt have a fever and what his flue symptoms are. We immediately have a protocol of what we do relative to testing them for the type of flu they have. (BamaMag.com)

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    "Terrence hasn't been out there for two days. We've had a little bit of flu going around. We also have some guys that have just respiratory problems, upper respiratory infection, the difference being if a guy has a fever or doesn't have a fever, and what his flu symptoms are," Saban said. "We immediately have a protocol of what we do relative to testing them for the type of flu that they have. We also quarantine the players, we're doing a lot of hygiene and nutrition type stuff too, as... (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Health Tip: Avoid Swimming Injury  Aug 13, 2009
    Don't swim strenuously if you're sick with a fever, an upper respiratory infection or an ear infection. If diving, make sure the water is safe and deep enough. (MEDLINEplus)

    23 San Diego show horses poisoned with oleander  Aug 1, 2009
    "Equine Herpesvirus causes upper respiratory infection and can cause severe neurological disease in horses," said Wolff. "The quarantine was put in place to restrict the movement of horses from the stable and contain the virus.". (Fresno Bee -- State)

    At Florida center, visitors can see turtles, and learn, too  Jul 25, 2009
    Like many of the turtles afflicted with the strange illness, Morgan had an upper respiratory infection, but she also had an all too common problem she had eaten too much and was suffering from an intestinal blockage. Sea turtles often follow in the wake of shrimping boats as they cull their catch, indulging in a tempting, all-you-can-eat seafood buffet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)

     Orioles rally with five in ninth for win  Jul 10, 2009
    Orioles 2B Brian Roberts missed his second straight start with an upper respiratory infection but pinch hit in the ninth. SS Cesar Izturis (appendicitis), rehabbing with Double-A Bowie, is expected to be activated Friday. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    Roberts out with flu symptoms for Orioles  Jul 8, 2009
    The Orioles second baseman and leadoff man has been struggling for the past 10 days with what he confirmed to be flu-like symptoms and manager Dave Trembley called an upper respiratory infection. Roberts described the malady as, "Sinus, chest, everything.". (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)

    Scott powers Orioles past Mariners 12-4  Jul 8, 2009
    Notes: 2B Brian Roberts was scratched from the Orioles lineup with an upper respiratory infection. This is something he has been fighting for a while," said Trembley. ... SS Cesar Izturis (appendicitis) began a rehab assignment Tuesday with Double-A Bowie. to make roster room for Bedard, the Mariners placed DH Mike Sweeney on the DL, retroactive to Monday. He's had a couple incidents with his back spasms," manager Don Wakamatsu said. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Dr. Jeff Hersh: Pertussis is on the rise  Jun 30, 2009
    Symptoms include congestion and an upper respiratory infection with a progressive cough, similar to the common cold and making the diagnosis difficult to make at this stage. - The paroxysmal stage then begins and can last 4 to 6 weeks. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    Aspirin Strongly Implicated in Reye...  Jun 29, 2009
    Most cases of Reye s occur in children ages 4 12, usually following an upper respiratory infection or feverish infection by about 1 week. User s Must Check Drug Labeling for Safety. (Suite101.com)

    QUEASY KITTY  Jun 21, 2009
    Cannoli had an upper respiratory infection, common in kittens, which have underdeveloped immune systems. It's a viral infection, so there wasn't much we could do other than keeping Cannoli eating and drinking. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    NURSE’S NOTES - Rare but serious blood disorder  Jun 17, 2009
    All persons who have a current diagnosed communicable illness or have symptoms of upper respiratory infection or diarrhea, should be discouraged from visiting the person with neutropenia. Other important hygiene measures include daily showers and lotion to prevent the drying of skin; using only electric razors, oral care three to four times a day; not going barefoot; and wearing gloves when washing dishes or gardening. (Missoulian, MT)

    Peavy sidelined at least one month  Jun 16, 2009
    That outing was cut short by an upper respiratory infection, not because of the ankle injury. Peavy's ankle responded to treatment, but would always start bothering him again when he pitched. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Up to a third of Victorians could have picked up swine flu: virologist's gut feeling  Jun 16, 2009
    "I would say about one-third of the population has some sort of upper respiratory infection right now, but I can't say how many of those have swine flu," he said. Dr Hemley said many GPs had been exposed to the virus while caring for patients because protective equipment released from the Federal Government's stockpile had not yet arrived. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Davis wins first in 5 weeks, D'Backs beat Padres  Jun 6, 2009
    Padres RHP Jake Peavy had his scheduled start on Sunday moved back to Monday to allow him extra time to recover from an upper respiratory infection. Peavy, who will face the Diamondbacks in the finale of San Diego's 10-game homestand, will be replaced on Sunday by rookie Josh Geer. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Peavy recovering  Jun 6, 2009
    SAN DIEGO -- 's next start has been moved back to Monday night so that the can allow their ace to recover from an upper respiratory infection. Peavy was scheduled to pitch Sunday against , but will now face the Diamondbacks on Monday night in the final game of San Diego's seven-game homestand. (ESPN -- Baseball)

    Draft preparations in high gear  Jun 6, 2009
    Jake Peavy's next start has been moved back to Monday night so that the Padres can allow their ace to recover from an upper respiratory infection. Rookie Josh Geer will move up to take Peavy's spot on Sunday. (AZCentral -- Sports)

    Gonzalez bashing his way to recognition  Jun 5, 2009
    Padres' ace righty battling upper respiratory infection. Padres outfielder staying positive following biceps injury. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Padres stung by Phillies team in stride  Jun 4, 2009
    The Official Site of the San Diego Padres. Defending World Series champs find form in San Diego. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Reshuffled Padres turn to Gaudin  Jun 4, 2009
    The Official Site of the San Diego Padres. San Diego (25-28) vs. Arizona (23-31), 7:05 p.m. PT. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Padres' Peavy remains shelved with virus  Jun 4, 2009
    Padres' ace righty battling upper respiratory infection ... Padres' ace righty battling upper respiratory infection. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Ibanez's 5 RBIs key Phillies' 10-5 win over Pads  Jun 3, 2009
    Peavy allowed four runs before leaving after one inning, the shortest outing of his career, due to a viral upper respiratory infection. The Phillies kept piling it on after Peavy was gone. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Peavy leaves after first inning with flu  Jun 3, 2009
    The team announced that it was a viral upper respiratory infection -- and not his troublesome right ankle -- that caused Peavy to leave his start at PETCO Park. Peavy, who threw 33 pitches in the first inning, left for the clubhouse after getting out of the inning. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Phils pinch-hitter Dobbs gets rare start  Jun 3, 2009
    It was announced that Peavy was diagnosed with a viral upper respiratory infection. Dobbs is seventh in Phillies history with 40 pinch-hits and needs just three more to tie Ricky Jordan for sixth place. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)

    Padres looking for Young to work deep  Jun 3, 2009
    After losing Jake Peavy after one inning Tuesday to a viral upper respiratory infection, the Padres had to go with their bullpen over the final eight innings ... San Diego might also have to make some decision on Peavy, given that he's likely to start Saturday, unless the viral upper respiratory infection is so bad he can't make that start. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Peavy, Padres roughed up by Phillies  Jun 3, 2009
    Peavy, in the shortest start of his career, left the game after allowing four runs in the first inning with what the team termed as an viral upper respiratory infection. Peavy, who first showed signs of being ill Monday, was sent home during the game. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)

    Ibanez hits pair; Bastardo wins debut  Jun 3, 2009
    Peavy, the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner, left after the first with what was diagnosed as a viral upper respiratory infection. With Ibanez at his side, Bastardo was asked how he thought he did and whether he was nervous. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)

    PADRES: Peavy audition derailed by flu  Jun 3, 2009
    By then, the combination of a viral upper respiratory infection the ace pitcher was suffering from and the powerful Phillies offense was enough to knock him out for the shortest start of his career. But Philadelphia was only getting started on its way to a three-home run night in 10-5 victory over the Padres in front of 17,625 at Petco Park. (North County Times)

    Centocor Ortho Biotech Data to be Presented at American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting  May 29, 2009
    In studies, the most common side effects included fever (pyrexia), diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, swelling of hands or feet (edema), lack or loss of strength or weakness (asthenia, fatigue), shortness of breath, high blood pressure, headache, joint pain (arthralgias), abnormal skin sensations (as tingling or tickling or itching or burning; paresthesia), rash, constipation and upper respiratory infection. Please visit for the full Prescribing Information, including the Boxed WARNINGS, and for the... (PR Newswire)

    Health Tip: Why Is My Nose Bleeding?  May 23, 2009
    Frequent sneezing or having an upper respiratory infection. Use of nasal spray or a blood-thinning drug, such as aspirin. (MEDLINEplus)

    Votto diagnosed with inner ear infection  May 22, 2009
    "The only thing that came back irregular was the audiology tests that indicated he had an inner ear infection that was secondary to the upper respiratory infection he had 10 days ago, which I get from Dr. Cleves, is a common occurrence." ... "He flew after the sickness and upper respiratory infection from Cincinnati to Phoenix," Mann said. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)

    Coastside beaches get failing safety score  May 21, 2009
    Potential illnesses include stomach flu, ear infection, upper respiratory infection and major skin rash. The two Coastside beaches singled out in the study received failing grades only for wet-weather conditions. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)

    Schering-Plough Announces Changes to its Global Collaboration with Novartis to Develop Combination Therapies for Asthma and COPD  May 19, 2009
    The most common side effects with ASMANEX in patients 12 years of age and older include headache, allergic rhinitis, sore throat, and upper respiratory infection ... In COPD clinical trials, the most common adverse events reported with FORADIL AEROLIZER were upper respiratory infection, back pain, and sore throat. (PR Newswire)

    UCB's CIMZIA(R) (certolizumab pegol) Approved by the U.S. FDA for Adult Patients Suffering From Moderate to Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis  May 14, 2009
    In controlled Crohn's clinical trials, the most common adverse events that occurred in greater than or equal to 5% of CIMZIA patients (n=620) and more frequently than with placebo (n=614) were upper respiratory infection (20% CIMZIA, 13% placebo), urinary tract infection (7% CIMZIA, 6% placebo), and arthralgia (6% CIMZIA, 4% placebo). The proportion of patients who discontinued treatment due to adverse reactions in the controlled clinical studies was 8% for CIMZIA and 7% for placebo. (PR Newswire)

    India reports three suspected H1N1 cases  May 2, 2009
    All three were suffering from cough, cold, fever and upper respiratory infection, said the report. Doctors at the Indira Gandhi International Airport sent Paramjit Kaur and Jagjivaan Singh, who flew in Friday night from Chicago by an American airline flight, and Ashwini, who arrived Saturday morning from London, to the hospital, said the report. (Xinhuanet, China)

    Parents Concerned About Spread of Swine Flu Among Kids  Apr 30, 2009
    He says, by far, most children who have a cough and fever do not have swine flu, they most likely have upper respiratory infection or regular flu. He does say parents should be more vigilant with babies who are especially susceptible to influenza. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)

    Braves hope to minimize strain on bullpen  Apr 14, 2009
    He battled an upper respiratory infection and a strained side. He appeared in only 14 games in 2008 while making three trips to the disabled list before the season-ending surgery. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Closing in on home court  Apr 9, 2009
    They knocked off Minnesota and Charlotte in a three-day span, Feb. 4-6, without Johnson, who missed the trip with an upper respiratory infection that dogged him for almost a month. Faced with a double-digit hole to dig out of for the second straight night in the second half, the Hawks went to work in the third quarter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Whooping cough cases reported  Apr 8, 2009
    It involves runny eyes, runny nose and an upper respiratory infection. The next stage involves a cough, which can last for two weeks to three months. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    Schafer's fate TBD this weekend  Apr 3, 2009
    Soriano reported to camp with an upper respiratory infection that affected his breathing for more than a month. Then, during a March 24 appearance against the Pirates, he felt some slight discomfort in his right side. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Health, help key to bullpen  Apr 2, 2009
    Of the three, Soriano has given the Braves most cause for worry this spring, battling an upper respiratory infection and then a strained side. Soriano pitched only 14 innings last year before undergoing ulnar-nerve transposition surgery. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Braves' Soriano hopes he'll be ready  Mar 28, 2009
    When Soriano labored while recording three strikeouts and allowing two runs against the Pirates on Tuesday, it was originally thought that he was battling some of the breathing problems that have been present since he overcame an upper respiratory infection that bothered him at the beginning of camp. Soriano made just 14 appearances last year while battling elbow discomfort that was relieved when his ulnar nerve was transposed in August. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Bonifacio Drives in Five in Marlins' 11-6 Win  Mar 27, 2009
    Notes: Orioles 2B Brian Roberts was scratched from the starting lineup and sent home with an upper respiratory infection. He's been fighting persistent symptoms since arriving in Los Angeles with Team USA for the World Baseball Classic semifinals. (W-USA News, DC)

    Braves expect relievers to be ready  Mar 26, 2009
    Initially, there was reason to believe his laborsome outing, during which his fastball maxed out at 90 mph, was a product of the breathing problems that he's encountered since reporting to camp with an upper respiratory infection. But just before the Braves were leaving for Viera on Wednesday afternoon, he informed head athletic trainer Jeff Porter that he was feeling some discomfort in his left side. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Vazquez continues lights-out spring  Mar 25, 2009
    Soriano reported to camp with an upper respiratory infection and experienced limited action during the final two weeks of February. He didn't make his Grapefruit League debut until March 10, and Tuesday marked just his fourth appearance of the year. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Pangilinan's multi-homer day powers Escalon  Mar 19, 2009
    TURLOCK CHR. 3, WATERFORD 1, at Turlock Despite an upper respiratory infection she battled all week, senior Emily MacLaren scored three goals in the second half to lift Eagles. Waterford led 1-0 at halftime on Jessica Andrade's goal. (Modesto Bee, CA)

    Hale teacher’s aide dies of meningitis  Mar 18, 2009
    According to Benjamin, the symptoms of meningitis are common to those of an upper respiratory infection. The signs and symptoms of meningitis in children over 2 and adults are high fever, headache and a stiff neck, so stiff in some cases that one cannot bend the neck to the chest. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)

    O'Brien's blog  Mar 16, 2009
    His lingering upper respiratory infection, or whatever he had, has been better since they gave him some sort of inhaler, which he showed me and tossed into his locker. Gold Glove at first base. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Cox encouraged by Moylan and Soriano's progress  Mar 16, 2009
    Soriano was slowed in the early weeks of camp by what was termed an upper respiratory infection, and he took a cautious approach after he resumed throwing. Asked Sunday morning if he believed he d be ready for opening day, Soriano said, Yeah, I think so. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Braves' Soriano, Moylan reassuring Cox  Mar 16, 2009
    Soriano, whose fastball was regularly touching 94 mph during Sunday's perfect sixth inning against Houston, hasn't had any problems since enduring an upper respiratory infection at the beginning of camp. His right elbow, which was repaired when his ulnar nerve was transposed in August, appears to be as healthy. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Bacteria-killing Enzyme Cures Mice With Fatal Pneumonia  Mar 12, 2009
    If the immune system doesn t keep these bacteria in check or an upper respiratory infection occurs, they can start to multiply and travel to different organs such as the lungs (causing pneumonia), brain (meningitis) or ears (otitis media), with sometimes fatal consequences. The prognosis is particularly bad in children and the elderly: In 2004 alone, 40 percent of children and older adults who developed pneumonia due to S. pneumoniae died of the disease. (Science Daily)

    Bobby Cox pleased with reliever Soriano  Mar 12, 2009
    Soriano s first outing was delayed after he came down with an upper respiratory infection the first week of camp. He still has nearly a month to get ready for the season and plans to be ready by Opening Day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Roundup: Lowell sees first action since surgery  Mar 11, 2009
    Atlanta reliever made his first appearance of the spring after starting camp with an upper respiratory infection. The 29-year-old ended last season on the disabled list after surgery on his right elbow in August. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)

    Jurrjens sharp in spring outing  Mar 8, 2009
    Soriano got a late start this spring because of an upper respiratory infection the first week of camp. He s coming off ulnar-nerve-transposition surgery. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Rogers' blog  Mar 6, 2009
    He has yet to pitch in a game after dealing with a pretty serious upper respiratory infection the first week of camp. Soriano said he threw a bullpen yesterday, and it felt good. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Respiratory illnesses finally make way to area  Feb 26, 2009
    BLOOMINGTON -- Like late, unwelcome guests at a winter party, influenza, strep throat and other upper respiratory infections have blown into Central Illinois ... But in the past couple of weeks, doctors and nurses began seeing patients with influenza and other upper respiratory infections ... Meanwhile, PromptCare is averaging more than 10 cases each day of strep throat, in addition to gastroenteritis and other upper respiratory infections, Tyler said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Cox reveals Braves' spring rotation  Feb 23, 2009
    The right-handed reliever has been battling an upper respiratory infection over the past week. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Bullpen could be X-factor for Braves  Feb 22, 2009
    " After beginning 2008 as Cox's closer, Soriano began feeling increased right elbow discomfort and went on the disabled list during the season's second week. Now he'll be expected to team with Moylan as the club's top setup men. While Moylan seems to be making great strides in his attempt to return from Tommy John surgery, Soriano will remain questionable until he proves that he's willing and capable to regain the dominant form he displayed in 2007. Soriano, who underwent ulnar nerve... (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Kawakami creates buzz at Braves camp  Feb 16, 2009
    But he didn't participate in Sunday's workout because of an upper respiratory infection. Boone Logan and Eric O'Flaherty, two left-handed relievers acquired this offseason, produced solid first impressions during the workout. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)

    Healthy stars rekindle hot matchup  Feb 16, 2009
    MSU's Morgan has missed the past three games because of mononucleosis, but has been hampered since Jan. 17 by the flu, an upper respiratory infection and walking pneumonia. The Spartans had the weekend off. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)

    VU wins third straight  Feb 8, 2009
    He said his right foot feels good finally after plantar fasciitis slowed him down along with an upper respiratory infection that still has him hoarse. This last week s definitely helped us especially with our confidence. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)

    HIV & AIDS  Feb 7, 2009
    Dozens of types of bacteria can cause bacterial pneumonia, which may develop on its own or after you've had an upper respiratory infection such as a cold or the flu. Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC). (CNN -- Health)

    Common Asthma Treatments Don't Work for Virus-Induced Wheeze  Feb 7, 2009
    In this study, the children were given the medication or placebo at the onset of any upper respiratory infection and asked to continue the medication for a maximum of 10 days. They did this over a period of six to 12 months. (MEDLINEplus)


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