Beyond getting vaccinated against the flu, you can take a number of simple precautions to reduce your chances of catching the ...

In wintertime, it can feel as if everyone is sick. From passengers coughing and sneezing on the bus to kids in daycare surrounded by multiple illnesses, the so-called common cold is a virus easily ...

After several years of avoiding illnesses, respiratory viruses are back in a big way. Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are through the roof, along with high levels of cases of the flu. COVID ...

Some surprising ways to keep germs at bay. Nov. 10, 2012— -- When it comes to colds, you know the drill. Once you have one, the best you can do is try to manage your symptoms, not cure it. So as ...

Consuming whole garlic is relatively safe. Do not consume garlic if you are allergic to it or its parts. Still, eating whole garlic may cause some side effects, such as breath and body odor, stomach ...

Alternative medicine experts say which herbs and tricks they use on sick days. Oct. 30, 2008 — -- A cold is the most common illness on the planet, and having a medical degree hardly makes you ...

Echinacea shows more consistent evidence for preventing colds compared to elderberry. While elderberry may modestly reduce the severity or duration of colds in some people, there is no evidence to ...

Hypothermia is often called the "silent killer" of winter. Awareness, preparation and compassion for vulnerable communities ...

Vitamin C may help shorten how long cold symptoms last and their severity when used before cold symptoms start, but not after a cold begins.

In wintertime, it can feel as if everyone is sick. From passengers coughing and sneezing on the bus to kids in daycare surrounded by multiple illnesses, the so-called common cold is a virus easily ...