Cold & Flu Stories
After 80,000 deaths took place during last year's flu season, it is important to be aware of the risk factors and protective measures to prepare for the upcoming season.
While kids attending daycare are prone to runny noses, coughs, and sore throats which can spread infections, hand sanitizer may be the key to reducing this.
From good hand washing technique to getting your vaccine on time (before the end of October!), here are some easy tips to avoid getting the flu this season.
A cure for the common cold finally on the horizon? Scientists developed a new molecule that blocks a key protein which is "hijacked" by the cold virus.
From curing a cold to avoiding frozen forms, here are some of the myths and misconceptions that have been related to fruit consumption.
The risks of heart attack and stroke rise in the week after a flu infection, particularly among older people and those with pre-existing heart conditions.
Jet lag, bacterial infections, and blood clots are just a few of the possible health risks of air travel. Here are some effective steps you can take to prevent them.
The Food and Drug Administration announced new safety labels for codeine and hydrocodone this week.
A new study indicates gut microbes paired with flavonoids could prevent lung damage from the flu.
A new, Band-aid like patch showed promise in protecting against the seasonal flu.
Researchers discovered a rare genetic mutation that makes some people get the common cold more often than others.
A new study finds that cells in your nose could be used to help create a vaccine against the flu.