Cold And Flu

This time of year is notorious for all types of illnesses, including the flu. But could the end of the U.S. flu surge be just around the corner?

Many parents are trying to care for their kids during the peak of cold and flu season but are struggling to find medications. Here's what experts recommend.

There are ways to treat a cough naturally if you prefer not to take medication. Here's what the most popular remedies are according to a recent survey.

Many experts are talking about the tridemic, which may concern you about holiday travel. Here are tips to stay healthy this holiday season.

As the holiday season approaches, health officials are advising that Americans mask up. Discover the reason why experts suggest donning the mask again.

This year's flu season, combined with COVID and RSV, has hit families hard with illness. Discover why there's now a drug shortage at pharmacies as well.

Health experts are predicting a high number of flu cases even as we're still battling COVID-19. But what happens to your body if you get the two simultaneously?

Getting the cold can be a real bummer. Now, scientists may have identified a new factor in why we get them, suggesting they don't call it a cold for no reason.

Experts continue to express concern over medication shortages as we move further into cold and flu season, particularly when it comes to children.

Since cold and flu season is upon us, we wanted to know what people's go-to medicine was for easing a cough. Here's what our audience voted for.

There are many reasons why you may have a sore throat, including illness and allergies. Find out if licorice root can provide some much-needed relief.

With cold and flu season upon us, many are reaching for their favorite products and remedies. Read on to find out our readers' preferred brand of cough drops.

If you have a sore throat, you're usually looking for a quick way to find some relief. Find out if garlic can help to relieve a sore throat.

Catching the flu can be miserable and even deadly for some. But, this year may be slightly different regarding the flu vaccine for those over 65 years old.

To figure out which OTC flu medicine is preferred by readers of Health Digest, we asked 610 readers to choose their go-to product. Here's what they had to say.

While sore throats are a common health complaint, there are plenty of at-home remedies to try. You may have tried honey or hot tea -- but what about hot sauce?

Over 128 million flu vaccines have already been administered across the U.S. But it may take time for experts to determine their efficacy.

Having the flu can feel like you've been hit by a truck. If you start showing flu-like symptoms, here are some of the things you should do (and avoid doing).

It's important to treat your body right when you're recovering from the flu, not only to ease your way out of it, but also to avoid prolonging your illness.

The flu vaccine reduces the likelihood of having to see the doctor for the flu by up to 60%. Here's what you should know about the flu vaccine.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Karla Huntsman, MSN, RN, explains the nature of the flu virus and shares her tips for staying healthy this year.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Barbara Bawer, a family medicine physician, talks about how to know if you have COVID-19, a cold, or the flu.

With flu season approaching, doctors are urging Americans not to skip their annual flu shots this fall, especially those who are over the age of 65. Here's why.

It's the time of year when viruses abound. Fortunately, there are many over-the-counter medicines to take. Here are the ones our readers reach for most often.

Newborns don't manage colds like adults. Typically, an infant's immune system doesn't mature until they reach about two to three months old.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Michael Blaivas, the chief medical officer at Anavasi Diagnostics, explains when COVID-19 is likely to spread.

The AAP urges that all children over 6 months should receive their annual flu shot by the end of October. However, some children may need to get more than one.