The Medical Social Worker in a hospital or health clinic often works as part of a social work department. The Medical Social Worker is supervised by experienced Medical Social Workers who are supervisors or department directors. In hospitals and larger health care facilities, the director of the social work department is usually a member of the medical centerâs administrative team.
Most colds start with a sore throat, but a sore throat without other cold symptoms (such as a runny nose) can be strep throat, which does require antibiotics to halt the dangerous bacteria. To know for sure, you need a culture or rapid antigen test, which takes less than 20 minutes and can be done while you wait.
You try home treatment for your sore throat. You can: Gargle with salt water. Take over-the-counter medicine such as aspirin or ibuprofen to relieve pain. Drink extra fluids to soothe your throat. Get plenty of rest. If your sore throat is caused by a virus, it will likely go away on its own in 4 to 5 days.