Cold And Flu

Colds and the flu are two common illnesses. It can be tricky to tell which one you're suffering from because they share many of the same symptoms.

Body aches, fever, and nausea are common side effects of the flu shot that also resemble symptoms of the flu virus — but you can't get the flu from the shot.

While most cold symptoms are pretty mild, nobody enjoys having them. But new scientific research suggests that colds may actually predate humanity itself.

Cold sores and canker sores are both painful lesions that can occur in or around the mouth, but what's the real difference between them? Read on to learn more.

Although uncomfortable, most people will likely get a cold sore at some point in their lives. The good news is that there are ways to relieve cold sore pain.

When your stomach is upset, your focus may simply be on what to do to feel better. But it's helpful to pinpoint what's causing the symptoms first.

Cold process soap has become a popular and creative replacement to commercial cleansers: It keeps the natural and beneficial ingredients.

Tooth sensitivity is fairly common, being experienced by approximately one in eight adults. But what makes cold food on our teeth so particularly painful?

Is Emergen-C really as supportive for health as it's perceived to be? And where did the fizzy drink come from in the first place? In this article, we explain.

A new study out of Sweden, where everyone should be cold, says the difference in whether or not we feel cold is due to a gene mutation.

A number of remedies exist to treat cold sores with varying levels of success, including the recommendation to put toothpaste on a fever blister to treat it.

Though it is rare, it is possible to be allergic to the cold. In fact, you might be allergic to cold weather if this happens.

For years, studies have suggested that vitamin D, while important for healthy bones, is also relevant for fighting viruses.

The stomach flu is an infection of the intestines that can be caused by a variety of germs. How long are you contagious if you have it?

Although the flu affects up to 8 percent of the United States population each year, there's still plenty of myths circulating about this illness.

Even at normal temperatures, your hands may get uncomfortably frigid when you've been typing for a long time — but what causes this?

Approximately 50 to 80 percent of American adults are affected by herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV), the virus responsible for cold sores. This is what really causes cold sores and how to prevent and treat any outbreaks.

On the day you get a flu shot, you could rightfully pick up a pizza, drive home, and set up camp on your couch for the evening. If you'd rather head to the gym for your favorite spin class, but you're concerned since you have just received a vaccination, then you can breathe a sigh of relief.

Congratulations! You've just finished your cardio and strength routines, and you're feeling good. Your body feels tired but strong all at once. You're humming the last song on your playlist. The sweat is still pouring — but for some reason, your feet are cold. Here could be the reasons why.

If you've ever wondered why your arm hurts after getting a flu shot, look no further. Soreness or pain in the arm and shoulder area is caused by inflammation. Why does this happen?

It's hard enough dealing with the discomfort and pain caused by illness. And it's even worse when you're not sure what kind of sickness you have. Is it the common cold — or is it a sinus infection, which might require a trip to the doctor for treatment?

Your cold symptoms are finally gone, and it appears the time has come to re-enter society as the healthy human you are. But before you dive in, press pause on those plans to resume daily life and consider others around you.

You may have swiped on a little lipstick and mascara to achieve the 'fake it until you make it' vibe during the time you were unwell, and we don't blame you. But now that your cold has passed, does that mean the germs you spread to your makeup have guaranteed them a visit to your garbage can?

When we're just children, we're taught to layer up against the cold when going outside in the fall and winter months. In addition to comfort, the idea is that we're better protected against colds and viruses by keeping warm. Why does it work that way?

Even for those lucky early birds who have their morning routines down to a synchronized dance, the tempo can get away from them sometimes, leaving no time to dry their hair — but you'll want to think twice before you leave the house with wet strands on the chillier days.

Women are generally colder than men, and the hub's insistence on keeping the temperature at an arctic below 70 degrees is grounds for... well, a second glass of wine!

An annual flu vaccine is the best way to reduce your chances of contracting influenza and spreading it to others, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet some people remain nervous about getting the flu shot. Can the flu shot actually give you the flu?