California is grappling with an unusually severe flu season this winter, with hospitalizations rising and concerns that the ...

Indiana is seeing "very high" rates of influenza activity in emergency rooms, urgent care centers and primary care offices ...

Cold and flu may seem alike, but knowing their key differences can prevent serious health risks. Learn how to recognize and ...

THE UK has been hit by a barrage of winter illnesses this year. Nasty winter bugs, including flu, COVID-19, RSV and norovirus ...

To reduce the odds of catching the flu and colds, experts say consider tried-and-true prevention methods like hand washing and mask wearing.

Says a pediatric infectious disease physician, “Our expectation is that we’re going to have several more weeks yet of a lot of people being sick.” ...

Doctor visits for flu symptoms are at a 15-year high. Why is this flu season so bad? Doctors discuss flu trends, symptoms and how to stay safe.

Washing hands, limiting exposure when ill and getting vaccinated can help kids stay in good shape before they head back to ...

According to Captain García, cold sufferers who fly are actually at risk of rupturing their eardrums. This is because a cold ...

Doctors swear this isn’t an old wives’ tale. “Salt water gargles relieve sore throats by reducing inflammation, loosening ...

Aches and pains. Pain (think: body aches and a sore throat) is also a tip off that you’re dealing with a virus like a cold.