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- Emergency Contraception Request form is available. Although the emergency contraception is to be taken by a woman, a male or female student may request the medication.
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Coughs
Coughs can be categorized into two basic types: acute and chronic. An acute cough is one that is caused by a viral or bacterial infection of the respiratory system. Acute coughs caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotics. A chronic cough is usually associated with smoking or chronic respiratory problems like asthma.
If you have excessive coughing:
- Use an expectorant (for example, Robitussin) which thins and loosens secretions.
- Use a cough suppressant (for example, Robitussin DM) for a dry hacking cough.
- Increase fluid intake and humidify your environment (especially during winter).
- Use throat lozenges / cough drops.
- Seek medical attention if the cough is accompanied by wheezing, chest pain, shortness of breath, foul smelling or discolored mucus, fever, or if cough is getting worse or persists for more than 2 weeks.