Here are a few excerpts from the media on Oscillococcinum®:
"Getting sick when you're working long hours on a TV show can be an occupational hazard - especially during flu season. On the sets of Gossip Girl and Grey's Anatomy, the homeopathic flu fighter Oscillococcinum (Oscillo for short) is a go-to remedy for the cast. The FDA-regulated tablets - which are available in health-food stores and pharmacies - reportedly shorten the duration of the virus when taken at the onset of symptoms."
People.com
"The Fit 5: Tips to Feel (and Look) Like a Star!"
Tip #2: Fight the Flu Naturally
Feb. 5, 2009
By Maureen Harrington
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"In order to shine on the Oscars red carpet, Hollywood starlets need to prepare with top-notch trainers, expert stylists and the absolute best homeopathic product to fight the flu - Oscillococcinum! When celebs like Debra Messing and Felicity Huffman can't afford to miss an appearance, they turn to the ultra-popular Oscillo, and with winter sniffles spreading like wildfire, casts of hit shows like Grey's Anatomy, Gossip Girl, Entourage and Ugly Betty pass around the FDA-regulated product on set. Not only A-listers can use Oscillo - it works for the not-so-famous too, and can be picked up from Whole Foods Market or CVS."
InTouchWeekly.com
"Stars stay on top with Oscillo!"
Feb. 9, 2009
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"One of the most popular homeopathic combination remedies is the highly effective Oscillococcinum: Taken at the first signs of flu symptoms, it can ward off the illness."
Mothering magazine
“A Quiet Place”
Feb. 2009
By Peggy O’Mara, editor and publisher
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“I support homeopathic medicines over over-the-counter medicines. First of all, these don’t contain any of the active ingredients that are found in pediatric over-the-counter formulas that where cause for recall last year. These have active ingredients that are from natural substances which work with the body to help the body rebalance itself and heal itself.” (Boiron’s Oscillococcinum, Coldcalm and Chestal pictured.)
Good Morning America Now (cable)
“Germs in Class? I’ll Pass!”
Guest Carrie Plumley, Vitamin Shoppe
Sept. 5, 2008
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“I don’t like to support one brand over another. I don’t endorse products. But this is a one of a kind. There’s nothing like it on the market. This is a homeopathic preparation. It’s been on the market worldwide for 65 years. It’s a tough name to pronounce but it’s even tougher on your flu. And the key with this, and I can even show you, it comes in this little packets of three little vials. Inside the vile are these little white pellets. You pop some of those under your tongue. Let it dissolve in your mouth and the first sign of symptoms. That’s the biggest mistake people make. They let the virus take hold. If you get that at the first sign of symptoms: poof! There goes the flu.”
Good Day Tampa Bay
(WTVT-TV Channel 13 FOX)
“‘Winterize’ Your Body”
Guest Julie Brannon, owner of Bailey's Naturals
Dec. 29, 2008
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“Though I am the most skeptical person I know, I couldn’t believe that homeopathy worked, even when I saw it happening. The first encounter was with a simple flu remedy Oscillo. Bang! A flu hat had lasted for two weeks with my patients and colleagues was gone in 24 hours.”
Fitness.com
“My Journey in Homeopathy”
Jan. 15, 2009
By Dr. Thom Mamaya
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"Oscillo, also known as Oscillococcinum by Boiron, is a great example of this for colds and flu. It act's quick, it's economical and it's also kid friendly."
The View from the Bay
(KGO-TV Channel 7 ABC in San Francisco)
Winter Wellness Tips
Jan. 21, 2009
Guest Terra Wellington
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“The research is somewhat promising. Two separate authors reviewed 7 well-controlled studies that showed that it was able to reduce flu-like symptoms by about 7 hours. That doesn’t sound like a lot, but if you feel miserable, 7 hours can make a difference,” said Joy Bauer, New York City nutritionist and Today Show contributor.
“I use to take it when I felt a cold or something worse coming on. And I will tell you, I always still got the cold, but you know what, I think I got better a little bit quicker if I kept taking it,” said Matt Lauer.
The Today Show
“The Truth about Six Common Cold Remedies; Which Over-the-Counter Pills and Potions Can Really Help You Feel Better”
Feb. 13, 2007
Matt Lauer hosts
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“At the first sign of flu, a homeopathic medicine called Oscillococcinum can speed recovery, says a company that sells it. Several published studies back up the claim, but scientists say more rigorous research is needed.”
The Wall Street Journal
“A remedy to Help Duck a Long Bout of the Flu”
Jan. 27, 2009
By Laura Johannes
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“I have personally observed some homeopathic remedies to work well in some kids and teens, despite conflicting research… Examples include Oscillococcinum for flu and Coldcalm for colds.”
My Family Doctor magazine
“Drug-Free Solutions for Kids”
December 2008
By Robert A. Pendergrast, Jr., M.D.
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“Flu remedy Oscillococcinum and its cold-symptom companion, Coldcalm, both manufactured by homeopathic giant Boiron, fly off Healthy Solutions shelves all winter long…”
SteamboatPilot.com
“Homeopathic Healing”
Oct. 27, 2008
By Margaret Hair