Nasal mucus alone isn’t typically used to diagnose disease, but it can be a helpful tool to determine what’s happening in your nasal passages. Here’s a quick look at just a few of the things the various possible shades of snot might mean for your health.
While nasal congestion can be easily treated with an over-the-counter nasal spray, using the spray is not as simple as it might seem.
Have you been under the impression that elderberry is a surefire way to knock out colds and the flu? Learn what the latest research has to say about elderberry extract products.
Having a fever is one of the key symptoms to tell the difference between a cold or allergies and something more serious.
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Should you really feed a cold and starve a fever? Our wellness expert explains what to eat when you’re feeling under the weather.
Not sure whether you’ve got a really bad cold or the flu? Discover when to call the doctor, when to head to the ER, and when to seek care online.
For many hallowed home remedies, there’s no scientific research to prove they do anything more than distract your mind from how you’re feeling.
Your child should never leave the house without a hat in bitterly cold weather. Children, especially younger children, can lose a third of their body heat through their heads when they’re outside, so make sure they are properly dressed.
From the common cold to bronchitis, find out how long it should last and when to see the doctor.
