In winter, when the weather is cold and dry, the number of infections increases, requiring caution from infants and toddlers.

ANSWER: Both colds and influenza (the “flu”) are respiratory illnesses that are caused by viruses. Influenza is caused specifically by the influenza viruses, which come in two main types (A and B).

Kentucky is experiencing a surge in whooping cough, with state officials confirming 566 cases so far this season — the most ...

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, has claimed the life of another infant in the state, marking the third such ...

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Queensland University of Technology; Joy Lee, Monash University Queensland, Nov 11 (The Conversation) You’ve been through winter lurgies and escaped the start of spring free of hay fever. Now you wake ...

Jonathan B. Jassey, DO, is a private pediatrician at Bellmore Merrick Medical. Dr. Jassey also specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, autism and other mental health issues. Post-nasal ...

Over-the-counter medications can help ease sinus symptoms like headaches, runny nose, and congestion. Decongestants should only be used short-term and may not be safe for everyone. See a healthcare ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A group of six longtime friends planned a get-together at my house including snacks and games. One friend showed up very clearly ill, with a red, runny nose and a pack of tissues, ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...