If you get sick with a cold during the summer, it might catch you by surprise. It turns out those rays of sunshine can’t protect you from the pesky viruses that cause the common cold. And while it’s ...

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Experts recommend staying hydrated and eating healthy foods — at least when your stomach will allow it — to support your body when you’re sick.

Antihistamines are primarily used to treat allergy symptoms, but can also help with cold symptoms. Using a nasal spray and drinking plenty of fluids can help thin mucus to relieve congestion.

Many of us have heard the warning: “Don’t go outside without a coat; you’ll catch a cold.” That’s not exactly true. As with many things, the reality is more complicated. Here’s the distinction: Being ...

The slightest sniffle can send you spinning, especially when it's the season for cold (and flu, COVID, RSV....). However, understanding how a trip to the kitchen for delicious foods with cold-fighting ...

It's unfortunate but true: It's totally normal for adults to get colds multiple times a year. And each of those colds will tend to follow a similar three-stage pattern, says Dr. Shiv Sudhakar, ...

Most colds clear up in about 7-10 days, but a high fever, chest pain, or worsening symptoms could mean it’s getting worse. Other red flags include worsening congestion, facial pain, ear pressure, or ...

First things first: This will not cure your cold (or flu, or sore throat, or consumption, or whatever else this nasty weather is throwing at you). This recipe is simply meant as a salve to calm its ...