While the saltwater gargle is more commonly used, gargling baking soda mixed with salt water can help relieve a sore throat as well. Gargling this solution can kill bacteria and prevent the growth of ...

Phenylephrine is a commonly used ingredient in cold and flu medications as a nasal and sinus decongestant. It is present in ...

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.

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If you're like me, winter can feel like a season to endure rather than enjoy. The dark days, cold weather, lingering sniffles ...

Post-nasal drip occurs when excess mucus accumulates in the back of the throat or nose, primarily due to allergies, ...

While there's still no real way to cure a cold, there are some things you can do to help ease your symptoms—and shorten the ...

Adopting simple habits can protect you from seasonal infections that affect the nose, ears, and throat. Good hygiene, proper ...

Flu activity is increasing in Minnesota, and state health officials say it’s not too late to get a flu shot. The flu season can last through April, so getting a flu vaccine now will provide protection ...

The most recent trends show that RSV levels rose and peaked in December and have started to decrease since January. Justman ...

Here's what parents need to know about the influenza vaccine for babies and children, plus why it's so important.