This article explains how most healthy people can manage cold/flu symptoms at home using over-the-counter medicines and supportive care. It breaks down what helps specific symptoms—acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever and aches, decongestants for congestion (with cautions about blood pressure and rebound congestion), antihistamines for runny nose/sneezing, and cough suppressants or expectorants depending on the cough type—plus soothing options for sore throat like lozenges, warm liquids, saltwater gargles, and honey (for ages 1+). It warns against doubling up on the same active ingredients (especially acetaminophen in multi-symptom products like DayQuil/NyQuil) and encourages asking a pharmacist if unsure. It also lists emergency symptoms and high-risk groups who should seek medical advice, and emphasizes rest, fluids, humidifier use, and sleep as key to recovery.

Atracare’s new Rehoboth Beach location offers expanded Primary Care with Dr. Ted Kouzov and on-site specialists, open weekdays 8 AM–4:30 PM.

Use the internet to get oriented, not diagnosed. Skip the spiral and confirm with your doctor—Atracare turns questions into clear, personalized care.

Use the web to get oriented, not diagnosed. Atracare clinicians turn information into a plan that fits you—clear next steps, real answers, less worry.

All 4 providers are currently accepting new patients. Get seen in days, or weeks, not months. 

We’re proud to announce that four of our Primary Care providers are now accepting new patients. By opening up our schedules and leveraging innovative technology, Atracare is working hard to meet the needs of our community so you can get seen quickly.

Have you ever been frustrated waiting for an insurance company to approve a procedure, surgery, or even a prescription? You’re not alone — and Atracare is taking an active role in helping change that.

In a recent Public Service Announcement, Atracare’s own Will Albanese highlights an important patient advocacy effort happening right now in Delaware. The Medical Society of Delaware is working to reform the prior authorization process, which often delays care while insurance companies decide whether to approve medically necessary treatments.

These unnecessary delays can stretch from days to weeks, creating unnecessary stress and sometimes preventing timely care altogether. That’s why new legislation, supported by the Medical Society of Delaware, is so important. The proposed bill would require insurance companies to respond to prior authorization requests within hours, not days, helping patients get the care and medications they need without frustrating hold-ups.