Cold and Flu

In the fall and winter, you may become more vulnerable to colds, flu, and other infections. Use these tips to...

If you do come down with the flu, these are the things that doctors recommend.

Here's how to tell the difference between a cold, or upper respiratory infection, and bronchitis, the flu, or even pneumonia.

When the cold and flu strikes, the last thing you want to do is schlep to the store in search...

Your sniffles and coughs are more complicated than you thought.

A runny nose is a sure tell-tale sign that a cold is imminent, but there are also many less obvious...

It can also help prevent some more serious flu-related complications, like pneumonia.

It definitely feels like every sniffling, sneezing, aching moment of the flu or cold lasts forever. Here's what you need...

Even with all the hand-washing in the world, you may still catch the flu this winter. Here's how long you're...

If you're reading this with a tissue in hand while you nurse a cup of warm tea, know that you're...

Colds can really ruin your week. But if you give one to your whole office, that's just plain rude.

Head colds are painful and can mess up your busy schedule. Try these home remedies to get yourself back on...

If you pay attention to the subtle signals your body is sending, you can actually help stave off a cold...

Science suggests that when it's cold outside your chances of catching a cold may indeed increase.

When flu season comes around, eating foods high in zinc may help protect against the cold and flu. Here's how...

Whether you're a frequent neti pot user or it's your first time, these tips will ensure your sinuses are cleared...

Boosting your immunity could be as simple as drinking this popular hot beverage daily.

These ulcers on your tongue, gums or inside your lips or cheeks have a host of possible causes—allergies, injury, infection,...

Feeling irritable, moody, and unable to concentrate when you have a cold? It's not you being a grump—it's your body's...

Got a nagging cough? Before you reach for a drugstore suppressant, try one of these home remedies for soothing cough...

No one wants to get sick, but somehow we always do. Here's what you could be doing better to stave...

Top manners experts offer their tips on how to handle those excruciatingly uncomfortable (and germy) moments that pop up during...

Look in your cabinets for some potential cold sore relief—and possibly ways to prevent future breakouts, too

When you're feeling congested, a steaming hot bowl of Thai curry or some delicious Indian vindaloo might just help you...

Let's talk about germs on your favorite beauty products. Do you really need to throw out that prized, discontinued lipstick?

Turn your kitchen cabinet into a medicine cabinet with these home remedies for colds that feature herbs, spices, and other...

Here, the immunity-boosting tips you need to stop from getting sick this cold and flu season.

Constantly blowing your nose could leave you with a chapped nose. Here's how to prevent dryness and redness

A good smooch is a nice thing with the right someone, but should you still pucker up if they're under...