Flu vs. Cold: How to Tell the Difference
The common cold and the flu are both illnesses that can make you feel bad, but they have different symptoms and severity.
How To Stop a Runny Nose
Waking up with a stuffed and runny nose can be an annoyance. Read our tips on what to do if your snot has taken control.
Which Over-the-Counter Medications Are Best for Common Cold and Flu Symptoms?
Antibiotics, which only treat illnesses caused by bacteria, will not treat either one of these viral infections.
Symptoms of a Cold
Colds may occur any time of the year but are more common in the fall and winter months. Healthy adults can expect to have a cold at least once a year. Children younger than 6 are at greater risk of catching a cold, especially if they are in a daycare setting.
How Do I Know When it's More Than the Common Cold?
Everyone gets a cold from time to time. Dr. Edward McCoul discusses when it's OK to stick with over-the-counter medications or when it might be something else.
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